# Metal cutting with either maslows
**URL:** https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/metal-cutting-with-either-maslows/8796
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**Created:** [February 13, 2019, 2:14pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/metal-cutting-with-either-maslows/8796 "2019-02-13T14:14:07Z")
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### Author:  [@inspiredfotos](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/inspiredfotos)
#### Post date: [February 13, 2019, 2:14pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/metal-cutting-with-either-maslows/8796/1 "2019-02-13T14:14:07Z")
I am interested in purchasing the Maslow but had a question. I was wondering if you can use the maslow to cut metal. Doing the same as you would with wood but with metal? Or, if I were to purchase the Meta Maslow would i be able to use it one wood as well as the metal?
Thanks. I hope that make sense.
Kristine
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### Author:  [@Gero](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/Gero)
#### Post date: [February 13, 2019, 2:20pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/metal-cutting-with-either-maslows/8796/2 "2019-02-13T14:20:35Z")
Welcome to the Forum!
Aluminium I’ve seen in the Forum cut with the Maslow, steel is not possible without mounting a plasma cutter or a water-jet cutter to it. Both options have not been realized till date, perhaps because of the challenge how to route a thick cable or a water pipe. Hope that helps.
Regards, Gero
> [@Aluminum Generator Panel](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/aluminum-generator-panel/1571):
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> So I got my first payed job with the Maslow. My brother and I are rebuilding a generator back panel that got smashed by a negligent driver. I was tasked with making the cut-outs in the 0.040" aluminum sheets, which meant I got to try my hand at machining aluminum on a router. I’m rather pleased with the results: Still needs a little work to finish it up. We already took the edges to a break to make flanges and roll the corners. The cut-outs are for a control panel and ac…
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### Author:  [@MartinJ](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/MartinJ)
#### Post date: [February 13, 2019, 2:55pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/metal-cutting-with-either-maslows/8796/3 "2019-02-13T14:55:41Z")
Both versions of the Maslow are intended to cut things that you can use a standard router with (it’s all down to the bits you chuck in as well as making sure the material can support the slow movements). The difference between the two is really the material that the sled is made from. The Metal Maslow comes with a metal sled. The MakerMade version does not come with a pre-cut sled. You are expected to cut one out (most people used wood since it is easier to work with).
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### Author:  [@TheMerryYeoman](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/TheMerryYeoman)
#### Post date: [February 13, 2019, 3:16pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/metal-cutting-with-either-maslows/8796/4 "2019-02-13T15:16:57Z")
The development of the Maslow is in our hands as daring individuals and especially as a community! This is why there are different versions. It is also why you can ask yourself/the community (within reason) “How do I/we make the Maslow [fill in the blank]?” I’m telling you this so that you can assess everything from here on out with the creative perspective that I didn’t view from when I first encountered Maslow! 😁 Welcome to the community!
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### Author:  [@KingOfScolboa](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/KingOfScolboa)
#### Post date: [February 13, 2019, 3:34pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/metal-cutting-with-either-maslows/8796/5 "2019-02-13T15:34:42Z")
this was by @MeticulousMaynard a while back.
I’ve cut some tin and copper sheets and had decent results.
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### Author:  [@inspiredfotos](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/inspiredfotos)
#### Post date: [February 14, 2019, 1:19pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/metal-cutting-with-either-maslows/8796/7 "2019-02-14T13:19:43Z")
Was the aluminium cut with the original maslow or the meta maslow?
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### Author:  [@Gero](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/Gero)
#### Post date: [February 14, 2019, 2:13pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/metal-cutting-with-either-maslows/8796/8 "2019-02-14T14:13:45Z")
It was cut with the original. The ‘Metal Maslow’ is only called that because of the steel sled. None can cut steel.
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### Author:  [@MeticulousMaynard](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/MeticulousMaynard)
#### Post date: [February 14, 2019, 2:24pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/metal-cutting-with-either-maslows/8796/9 "2019-02-14T14:24:57Z")
> [@KingOfScolboa](#):
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> this was by @aluminumwelder a while back.
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> I’ve cut some tin and copper sheets and had decent results.
Not trying to be a jerk here, but that was my work. The video you linked is from my YouTube channel. It’s the same project that @Gero posted a link to earlier. Please credit accurately.
> [@inspiredfotos](#):
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> Was the aluminium cut with the original maslow or the meta maslow?
It was cut with the original Maslow kit, albeit with a non-standard steel frame. I welded it from 1 1/2" x 1 1/2" steel box tubing and angle iron.
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### Author:  [@KingOfScolboa](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/KingOfScolboa)
#### Post date: [February 14, 2019, 2:51pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/metal-cutting-with-either-maslows/8796/10 "2019-02-14T14:51:00Z")
Sorry, updated, i think i confused the username, should have double checked. I also just noticed I duplicated the thread link and have removed that.
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### Author:  [@inspiredfotos](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/inspiredfotos)
#### Post date: [February 14, 2019, 3:48pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/metal-cutting-with-either-maslows/8796/11 "2019-02-14T15:48:24Z")
Did you do anything different other than the frame in order to do that?
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### Author:  [@MeticulousMaynard](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/MeticulousMaynard)
#### Post date: [February 14, 2019, 3:58pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/metal-cutting-with-either-maslows/8796/12 "2019-02-14T15:58:47Z")
No other changes were made to the machine to be able to do that. It works quite well, although it definitely is a bit slow. I was machining 0.040" aluminum with a 1/4" single flute bit at 400mm/min and 0.5mm step-downs. Cutting fluid is definitely recommended. I used WD-40, but that isn’t the greatest fluid to use. Something like [this](https://www.mscdirect.com/product/details/09413436) is much better. If you’re going to do a lot of metal cutting, it would be worth adding a mister setup like [this](https://www.mscdirect.com/product/details/09418021).
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### Author:  [@inspiredfotos](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/inspiredfotos)
#### Post date: [February 14, 2019, 4:15pm UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/metal-cutting-with-either-maslows/8796/13 "2019-02-14T16:15:37Z")
Great! Thank you so much!
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### Author:  [@Bee](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/u/Bee)
#### Post date: [February 15, 2019, 3:23am UTC](https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/metal-cutting-with-either-maslows/8796/14 "2019-02-15T03:23:55Z")
It is possible to rout metal. It has considerations and you have to weigh the cost vs return. It might be more effective to develop a waterjet head depending on your definition of Metal. You probably need a lubricating system.
Thank you