{"id":15635,"date":"2021-01-13T16:59:46","date_gmt":"2021-01-13T16:59:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cooksongold.com\/blog\/learn\/auto-draft\/"},"modified":"2022-08-16T11:48:01","modified_gmt":"2022-08-16T10:48:01","slug":"tips-and-tools-for-sawing-sheet-metal-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cooksongold.com\/blog\/learn\/tips-and-tools-for-sawing-sheet-metal-2\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Cut Sheet Metal"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Within this blog we\u2019ll tell you how to cut metal sheets for jewellery making and metal cutting tips for using a\u202fjeweller\u2019s saw frame<\/a>\u202fto ensure the best results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Cutting sheet metal: The basics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Cutting sheet metal is an essential part of working with precious metal, so getting to grips with a jeweler’s saw means that you will have all the skills you need to cut out intricate shapes from sheet metal<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Saw Blades<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As a beginner, it\u2019s good to know that your saw blades will break \u2013 it happens to the most experienced of jewellers. Mastering the technique can help you to prevent this from happening as frequently but remember to not let this ruin your concentration when cutting sheet metal. Even the most expensive of saw blades will break if too much tension or pressure is put on them. <\/p>\n\n\n

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Technique<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Practice really does make perfect when it comes cutting sheet metal with a saw. Try to keep the piece you\u2019re cutting stable in a vice. If that\u2019s not possible, make sure it\u2019s secure by using your bench peg for support, and loosen the grip of your saw \u2013 a tight grip will only put more pressure on as you\u2019re cutting, increasing the risk of snapping the blade. Work on a steady sawing motion that comes from your elbow and not your wrist \u2013 this will help you keep a steady hand and a straight cut. <\/p>\n\n\n

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How to insert blades into a jeweller\u2019s saw frame<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Inserting your blade into your jeweller\u2019s saw frame properly will give you a much better starting point when it comes to cutting sheet metal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Firstly, make sure that the teeth of the saw are pointing towards your handle, as each cut you make will be on the downward stroke of the saw. The upward stroke is merely a way of repositioning the saw for the next cutting stroke. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now loosen the screws on the saw frame and insert the blade into the end of the frame closest to the handle. At this point you can place the top end of the saw frame against a stable surface so that it bows slightly, helping you to feed the other end of the saw blade into the frame, before tightening the screws. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once in place, carefully pluck the blade like a harp string. If you hear a high \u2018ping\u2019 your blade is tightly secured and your jewellery metal cutting saw is ready to use. <\/p>\n\n\n

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Our top metal cutting tips<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before you get started trying out these new methods with your sheet metal cutter, read through our top tips below. <\/p>\n\n\n\n