The optimal material for cutting galvanized sheet metal depends on the specific application and cutting method. For manual cutting, carbon steel blades are cost-effective, while tool steel is recommended for higher durability. If mechanized cutting is planned, carbide-coated steel blades are ideal for continuous operations, especially in production settings. The design of the cutting tool must also consider the hinge topology to ensure efficient metal handling.
PREREQUISITESEngineers, machine designers, and metalworkers involved in the cutting and processing of galvanized sheet metal will benefit from this discussion.
I was thinking of a factory where sheet metal comes off a roll. Cutting wheels trim the width continuously, while a cutting bar cycles to cut it to the right length. But if you are cutting by hand, it can never be continuous.eng_taha_a said:what you mean by continuous or cyclic ?
you are rightanorlunda said:I was thinking of a factory where sheet metal comes off a roll. Cutting wheels trim the width continuously, while a cutting bar cycles to cut it to the right length. But if you are cutting by hand, it can never be continuous.
If It will be automated later, then I assume that manual means a hand-held power tool.
eng_taha_a said:what you meant by continuous cutting ?
thanks anorlundaanorlunda said:I meant something like trimming the edges of the sheet as it comes off the roll. One continuous cut from the beginning of the roll to the end.
It sounds like you have many more questions than just the material of the blade. Why don't you begin by describing what you are trying to do? Perhaps the engineers here can give you good advice.