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Milwaukee Metal Cutting Circular Saw, 8in., 13 Amp, Model# 6370-21

Item# M0480
"Milwaukee Metal Cutting Circular Saw, 8in., 13 Amp, Model# 6370-21"
Milwaukee Metal Cutting Circular Saw, 8in., 13 Amp, Model# 6370-21

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Milwaukee Metal Cutting Circular Saw, 8in., 13 Amp, Model# 6370-21

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  • Dry-cut technology provides faster, cleaner, more affordable metal cutting
  • Durable blade shield with integral chiptank deflects/collects hot chips and sparks
  • Plunge lever for fast, effective plunge cuts
  • Exclusive quick-release shield latch for fast waste disposal and blade changes
  • 2-9/16 in. cut depth for one-pass cuts through most common materials

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Product Summary

This Milwaukee 8in. Metal Cutting Circular Saw delivers faster, cooler, cleaner metal cutting. Forget the showers of hot metal chips and sparks that were once an aerial threat on the job. This saw shears with a virtually spark-free wake and cool, burr and scorch-free edges that don't require post-cut finishing. Metal shavings are effectively contained with a durable magnesium blade shield and channeled into the saw's integral chip tank. It makes tough cuts: up to 10-Gauge sheets and 1/4in. steel plate cuts all day, every day. Even more extreme cuts, up to 3/4in. steel plates, are possible. Specially formulated cermet tip metallurgy and tooth geometry ensure these incredible blades cut faster, stay sharp longer and resist more impact, resulting in less blade changes.

What's Included

    (1) 8" Metal Cutting Saw Kit (6370-21) (1) Blade Wrench (1) Circular Saw Blade (1) Carrying Case

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Features + Benefits

  • Dry-cut technology provides faster, cleaner, more affordable metal cutting
  • Durable blade shield with integral chiptank deflects/collects hot chips and sparks
  • Plunge lever for fast, effective plunge cuts
  • Exclusive quick-release shield latch for fast waste disposal and blade changes
  • 2-9/16 in. cut depth for one-pass cuts through most common materials
  • Powerful 15.0 amp, 3,700 rpm motor
  • Premium cermet-tipped blades cut faster, cleaner, and longer than other carbide-tipped or friction blades

Key Specs

AttributeSpecification

item#

M0480

Brand

Milwaukee

Manufacturer's Warranty

5 year limited warranty

Ship Weight

25.6 LB

Blade Diameter

8 in

Amps

13

Volts

120

Max. Speed

3,700 rpm

Cordless

No
AttributeSpecification

Cuts Through

Most common materials

Arbor Size

5/8 in

Blade Location

Right

Blade Included

Yes

Max. Cut Depth at 90 Degrees

2.563 in

Power Cord Length

15 ft

Storage Type

Plastic Case

Tool Weight

13.3 lb

Horsepower

1.75 HP

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Questions & Answers

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  1. can you cut 3/8" thick mild steel sheet metal with this saw?

    1. Yes we have used this saw on 3/8" x 6" flat stock.

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    2. Manual says you can cut up to 3/4" material. Page 10. Limitations stated are 25 seconds cutting time maximum, 5 inches of travel maximum before allowing cooling down time.

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    3. yes just follow the directions in manual

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    4. As long as you follow the cool-down instructions in the manual you should be able to cut anything you want. I've used mine for 1" plate steel for 16" runs. Made shooting targets from the 16"x16" squares and a piece of angle iron. It'll cut 3/8" and way more if you take care of the motor temps.

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    5. This Milwaukee circular saw is capable of cutting 3/8" thick steel sheet metal. For material that thick it will have a maximum cutting time of 30 - 45 seconds and maximum cutting length of 15 feet.

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  2. Can this saw cut square holes in metal?

    I need to cut large openings (16' x 20") in galvanized sheet metal and aluminum sheet (1/8") Can you stab the blade down to start a straight cut? We need to cut about 30 of these holes. I figure a Saws All or similar would not cut very straight. Thanks

    1. Yes we have used saw to make plunge cuts.

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    2. I would think that a "plunge cut" would not be a problem. We do it on metal deck and sheet metal around 1/8 thick without a problem.

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    3. This Milwaukee (Corded) Metal Cutting Circular Saw cannot be used for that application. It is not recommended that you stab the blade down to start a straight cut.

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    4. We do not recommend that you stab the blade down to start a cut.

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  3. Does the Milwaukee model #6370-21 metal saw create sparks?

    We're looking for a metal saw that won't create heat or sparks that would damage galvalume roofing panels, and capable of cutting heavier/thicker metals also.

    1. It does throw sparks. I’ve cut 1/2 inch I-beam and it even went through the “I” with no problem.

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    2. Any blade other than a wet saw is going to create sparks.

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    3. If the blade is new out the box - for the first few cuts there are no sparks,
      even after using it for a while, the amount of sparks is really minimal, must of them get fought in the chick catcher tray on the side of the saw anyways ....

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    4. This saw will create sparks when cutting metal. Northern Tool does not carry a metal cutting saw that does not create sparks.

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  4. can carbide tipped metal blades be used on 6370-21?

    1. yes

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    2. I used a carbide blade and it worked fine

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    3. Carbide tipped blades can be used with this saw. Item #46986 (shown below) is an example.

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  5. What is the difference in the two saw packages? Model# 6370-21 and Model# 6370-20.

    The cheaper of the two packages Model# 6370-21 comes with a case, is there any difference in the saws?

    1. No, but saw case is very nice to have!

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    2. -20 is just the saw.
      -21 is the saw + case.
      Just bought the -21 so I know first hand the difference.
      Enjoy your new saw man.

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    3. The only difference between saw model 6370-20 and 6370-21, is that 6370-21 has a carrying case.

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  6. How long should a blade last in normal, according to the instructions, use?

    1. That would depend on type and thickness of material being cut. We use this saw to cut metal decking and bar grating. The grating us usually 3/16 thick where the deck is around 1 /32 thick. We have been very happy with the life of the blades.

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    2. Milwaukee does not specify an average amount of cuts a blade should complete before replacing. There are too many variables including the type of material being cut and material thickness to state an expected blade life.

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  7. will the saw cut at a 45

    1. It will only cut straight up/down, it doesn't have a bevel adjustment on it.

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    2. This saw will not cut at a 45.

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  8. Can u use a 71/4 wood cutting blade in it

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    1. The Milwaukee Metal Cutting Circular Saw (Model 6370-21) is specifically designed for metal cutting and uses an 8-inch blade. Using a 7 1/4-inch wood cutting blade is not recommended.

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  9. I need to cut a lot of 1/2” mild steel. 40’ at a time. How long will the blade hold up and will the machine do it without overheating?

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    1. The saw will cut most materials up to 2 9/16" maximum depth in a single pass. The length of time that the blade will last is undetermined. There are many variations and types of blades used. The saw will have an overload protector. This will automatically shut down the saw when the motor has been overloaded.

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  10. Will it cut thru   aluminum   stock 1/4 inch or less? 

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    1. With the correct blade used for aluminum, the saw will cut through 1/4" or less aluminum.

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Warranty

Manufacturer's Warranty

5 year limited warranty