How do I know what size bandsaw blade I need?

Hold the blade steady so that the mark remains at the floor, and make a finishing mark there on another piece of tape. Measure the distance between the marks made on the two pieces of tape. That’s the length of your bandsaw blade!

How many teeth per inch should a bandsaw blade have?

The number of teeth per inch (TPI) is important in obtaining the finish desired and the proper feed rate. A coarse tooth blade (2, 3 TPI) should be used for resawing wood and cutting thicker stock up to 8″. A fine toothed blade (18 to 32 TPI) should be used for thinner metals and plastics under 1/4″.

Should you lubricate a bandsaw blade?

Using an incorrect lubricant in your application has the potential to harm your blade, damage the material being cut and clog the machinery. Band saw blade lubricant is important, too, to getting smooth cuts. A reduction in friction means reduced vibration, smoother operation of the blade and a more consistent cut.

What width bandsaw blade is best?

Bandsaw Blade Education

WHEEL DIAMETER	RECOMMENDED BLADE THICKNESS
18-24 Inches	.032″
24-30 Inches	.035″
30 Inches and Over	.042″, .050″, .063″
These are the recommended sizes for optimal blade use. If your blade is too thick for your wheel diameter, it will crack.

How thick should my bandsaw blade be?

Use coarse tooth blades (2 or 3 TPI) for re-sawing and cutting thicker materials. For general wood cutting duties in typical 3/4″ material, use a 4 TPI blade for coarse, fast cutting and a 14 TPI blade for slower, smoother cutting. A blade in the 6 to 8 TPI range provides good general-purpose performance.

Why does my bandsaw blade keep breaking?

Machine Defects Even the best blades can fail if there is something else wrong with your bandsaw, and even a small misalignment of bearings or guides can put a twist in the blade as it goes around. Resulting in tension being applied in all the wrong ways which will lead to early breakage.

Is a wider bandsaw blade better?

The wider blades are stiffer overall (more metal) and tend to track better on the band wheels than narrow blades. When cutting thicker material, the wider blade has less ability to deviate because the back end, when in the cut, helps steer the front of the blade, especially if the side clearance is not excessive.

What is a good general purpose bandsaw blade?

Something in the 6-8 range is a good general-purpose blade. Also, hook tooth blades have a deeper gullet/larger tooth and a positive ‘rake angle’ which helps the blade to feed into the material more aggressively. The other blade that I use on my 14″ bandsaw is the 1/2″ 3 TPI hook tooth blade.

How big is a Harbor Freight band saw?

1 HP 7 In. x 12 In. Hydraulic Feed Metal Cutting Band Saw 1 HP 7 In. x 12 In. Hydraulic Feed Metal Cutting Band Saw Make precision cuts with a Harbor Freight band saw or scroll saw. We have band saws for wood working or metal, at prices that can’t be matched. See our popular band saws from Central Machinery and Bauer.

How many HP is a hydraulic feed metal cutting band saw?

Hydraulic Feed Metal Cutting Band Saw 1 HP 7 In. x 12 In. Hydraulic Feed Metal Cutting Band Saw Make precision cuts with a Harbor Freight band saw or scroll saw.

What size band saw do I need for metal cutting?

1 HP 7 In. x 12 In. Hydraulic Feed Metal Cutting Band Saw Make precision cuts with a Harbor Freight band saw or scroll saw. We have band saws for wood working or metal, at prices that can’t be matched. See our popular band saws from Central Machinery and Bauer.

How big is a 14 TPI band saw blade?

93 in. x 1/2 in. 14 TPI Band Saw Blade (95)Write a Review Cut smoothly with this band saw blade $1299 Compare to DELTA 28-060 at $24.99 Save 48% Add to Cart + Add to My List Check Inventory For This Product At a Store Near You Submit Product Overview This band saw blade is an ideal replacement blade.