310mm saw blades

**Horaldic** · 25th June 2010, 01:20 AM

I need to order blades for my saw which is arriving in the later half of this year. It doesn't come with any and my old blades are smaller. In the past I've kept a universal blade in the machine and had a rip blade and a fine tooth blade for specialist work.

I largely work with solid timber and in hardwood but there will be the inevitable cutting of ply for some panels. I opted not to have a scoring unit fitted to my new machine largely because I prefer not to work with melamime so that isn't on my agenda.

The new machine will have dado capability too, which is a real plus so I'll need a dado set.

So the question is: what do folks recommend in terms of blades? By this I mean both in terms of manufacturers and different tooth configurations and styles.

Edit: I'm not writing straight: I should mention I've got a couple of Freud blades (amongst others) at the moment and have been happy with them. Although they only 10" so not useful in the new setup.

**elanjacobs** · 25th June 2010, 01:53 PM

Triple-chip shape is the best for laminates and veneers without a scorer, almost as good as a scorer. A 96-tooth triple-chip should get you through almost anything in solid timber as well - rips clean enough to glue and glassy-smooth cross cuts.

As for a dedicated rip blade, I'd go ATB about 42 teeth. ATB is a bit more universal than flat-top and will cross-cut acceptably as well.

Manufacturers I'd recommend are the usual suspects - Leitz, Leuco and Dimar for industrial grade. I haven't had much experience with other companies but I hear that Freud and CMT are up there.

Well, that's my bit. Your local saw doctor should be able to help with selection as well.

Enjoy the new machine, may I ask what it is?

**Horaldic** · 25th June 2010, 02:10 PM

Thanks for the reply. I'll investigate these blades. It's been so long since I've had to buy any I've forgotten everything I learned before.

The new machine is a Hammer which is a very substantial upgrade. I still have a nervous feeling about the cost which I doubt will disappear until it arrives and I see the difference in output.

I've always bought the best tools I could afford. Even way back when I was a student I bought the top of the line Makita saw to go in my Triton, which many people couldn't understand. I still use that same saw today. However, when it comes to the new tools I have coming there was more than just me to consider. I would never have made the plunge unless my wife had given full encouragement.

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