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I have traditionally bought 1/2" wide 3 TPI blades (premium brand) to resaw with. I have been somewhat disappointed in speed and life. On a whim, I used a 3/16" x 3tpi blade which was in the saw the other day and got more pleasing results.
I am considering trying a 3/8 blade instead of the 1/2"?
Comments?
Tom
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It is probably the result of higher tension being applied to the thinner band. I like the 1/2" blade because at least in theory it can't deviate from the cut line as quickly due to the band width. However if the saw doesn't tension it properly then it will tend to bow and wander in the middle of the cut.
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I think Lee has the answer. What saw are you using?
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I've hear of many people using a 3/8", or even a 1/4" to resaw, with good results. Whatever works, eh?
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Grizzly 14" G0457. Can y'all comment on how to properly tension the blade? I realize the scale on the saw is probably not that accurate.Originally Posted by Van Huskey
Tom
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Lee's got it.
If the saw is tuned and the blade tensioned properly, the width of the blade isn't an issue for quality of cut.
I know one Creeker that uses a 3/8" blade on a 36" Yates, and that monster could tension just about any blade properly.
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On my 14" Delta there are graduated marks on the spring for tension for various sized bands. What I've found works best for me on this saw is to tension one mark higher than the size of the band.
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I use a tension meter placed on the blade. Do not use the one on the machine at all.
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The gauge is a reference point, at best.
I use the flutter method, then mark the gauge for the blade.
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I assume the "flutter method" is the one that Timberwolf (Suffolk Machine) advocates?
Tom
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