{"product_id":"pnw-lapidary-5-trim-saw","title":"PNW Lapidary 5\" Trim Saw","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTake your first step into cutting rocks with the PNW Rockhounding 3d Printed 5\" Trim Saw ! Designed and assembled in the US, it is the perfect machine for a beginner looking to get into cutting open small stones and trimming slabs for shaping.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat’s included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3d printed 5\" trim saw\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThin 5\" Diamond notched saw blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3V-12V adjustable power supply\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilicon anti-slip mat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3V - 12V power at 2 A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp to 3500 RPM speed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI supply a screw and a few washers to make sure this machine is compatible with different saw blades. Usually, 1 washer works perfectly fine, but experiment with the amount to find the perfect balance. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBe careful when using this machine - it is able to grind rock so if not used carefully it can grind your skin as well!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlways use water when cutting rocks, or the rock can overheat and dust will rise into the air. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis machine is designed to be compatible with many different saw blades, but it is not able to fit with each and every type of blade. This must be taken into account when purchasing lapidary supplies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo screw the blade on, make sure it fits perfectly onto the arbor and press down while screwing so it does not slip off. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis saw is not designed to cut open large rocks. It is capable of cutting open small rocks, but it is mainly designed for trimming slabs. If you press too hard while cutting, the blade might slow down, so try to press gently enough that the rock can slide through smoothly. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration-line: underline; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eKeep in mind, this machine is 3d-printed, which means care must be taken when working with it. This machine is designed to get people started with lapidary and hone their stone polishing skills. Do not leave it in the sun or near a source of heat. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEmail me at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:pnw.rockhounding@gmail.com\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003epnw.rockhounding@gmail.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for any further questions. I will try to get back to you within 3 business days.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PNW Lapidary Machines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54352709878076,"sku":null,"price":219.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/1043\/8716\/files\/PXL_20250915_170432460.jpg?v=1788751060","url":"https:\/\/pnwlapidary.com\/products\/pnw-lapidary-5-trim-saw","provider":"PNW Lapidary Machines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}