Am I mad ripping thin aluminium extrusions on my new kf700sp? (Machine coming next week) It's only about 1.6mm thick and I use to do 100's of metres on my old $1000 cabinet saw and didn't think twice about it, worked great with an aluminium cutting blade. However I'm just really concerned about the aluminium shavings getting into the slider mechanism and into places aluminium shouldn't go in this machine. Love some advice.

Also, I have the same question regarding the shaper. Once again, only working with thin 1.6mm aluminium. Taking small amounts off slowly. Will the metal shavings/swarf do any damage down there? I have the electronic up and down movement on spindle. Would hate for the metal shaving to damage that.

The aluminium is just basic 6063.

Thanks,
Chris.

The normal saws have the option "73 Spraying unit to assist in processing light metals or plastics", so I think the saw itself is fine for cutting light aluminum.? However, this option is not on the saw-shapers.? There may be a specific reason why that isn't offered by Felder, but I'm not one to ask.? The metal shavings could cause problems with the shaper portion of the machine.? I would reach out to Felder technical support on this.

-Aaron

No problem cutting aluminum, will not harm the machine at all other than possibly the dust collection hoses. Hot aluminum chips will most likely melt the hoses, been there, done that. I've cut a lot of aluminum on my machine over the years, never an issue. I do generally disconnect the hose and then just vacuum out the inside of the machine when done.

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The only thing I can say is make sure you use proper lubricant and damn good clamps. Make sure use -0 to negative rake on your carbide saw blade.