Ironton 7 1/2 " metal cutting chop saw modifications

Ironton 7 1/2 " metal cutting chop saw---- handle modification. made from steel.
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Ironton 7 1/2 " metal cutting chop saw---- Jaw Modification. Made from cold rolled steel.
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Ironton 7 1/2 " metal cutting chop saw---- Material stop foot. Made from square tube and rod cold rolled steel.
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Ironton 7 1/2 " metal cutting chop saw---- Hold down foot. Made from angle iron.
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Ironton 7 1/2 " metal cutting chop saw---- Lock down pin. Made from aluminum and steel rod.
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Ironton 7 1/2 " metal cutting chop saw----Metal shavings containment pan.
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The only way to truly contain those nasty chips is to put a tent over it! lol

In fact, I did something similar. I have an Evolution saw and use it outside only because my metal shop shares duty with 3 of my antique cars. A few times it was raining and I REALLY needed to use it so I put a small tarp over it just as I pulled the trigger and made the cut. It did the job! No old Chevy's harmed and I got the metal cut.

I was thinking of maybe putting something together more permanent and made of clear vinyl or plastic. Just another idea I have floating around in my head... :D

Very useful for cutting multiple small parts! Did mine a little while back. Should probably be part of these saws. :D

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What about building a "directing shield/guard/intake port behind the blade and connect it to some sort of suction source via a cyclone separator? In theory, it would cause most of the larger particles to drop out and a filter of some sort could be installed prior to the actual suction inlet to the "fan" in order to protect it. I know it sounds bulky and somewhat complicated, but if you select the appropriate components, the size can always be reduced, for a cost of course...