Introduction: Getting Started With the Cold Saw

About: Autodesk Technology Center San Francisco is a hub for research, development, and demonstration of new manufacturing technologies and workflows relating to configurable microfactories.

Step 1: Approved Materials for the Coldsaw

Allowed Materials

  • Most metal
  • Most plastics

Banned Materials

  • Wood
  • PVC
  • Carbon fiber and composites

If at Pier 9, see Shop Staff first before using these materials:

  • All other materials

If you are working from another studio or workshop, refer to the tool's instruction manual to see if your desired material is suitable for tool use.

Step 2:

Our most important safety callouts are highlighted in yellow throughout this course.