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  1. 13th August 2013, 04:05 PM #1
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    Default Which Bandsaw Blade?

    Hi WWF,

    I recently picked up a Hafo 17" bandsaw (BP430).


    i am now trying to work out what blades I need for a variety of different tasks I will be using it for.

    Firstly for cutting patterns in 19mm timber I am thinking a 6mm blade with 6tpi should do the trick. Thoughts?

    Then for ripping and cutting tenons I am thinking of a bit of a compromise and that is a 1" 4tpi blade. I know 3tpi or less is preferred for ripping however I am trying to limit cost here.

    Any help and guidance greatly appreciated.
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    Red face You maybe surprised....................

    You maybe surprised, but I only have two blades in my workshop. They are both TC tipped blades one is 25mm, the other 10mm. They have been my main stay for years. I know that they are expensive compared to the standard type of blade used by most people but hey, they are fantastic and I only need them sharpened once or twice a year. Ok I am a pro and my workshop is a very busy one, so the cost for me is off set by their quality and how they give a fantastic cut, but, I would still recommend them to you, as I doubt very much if you would ever need to sharpen them.

    Remember a sharp blade is a safe blade!!
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  4. 26th August 2013, 09:16 AM #3
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    Default Thanks Kph

    Thanks Kph

    Before your post I had actually decide on 2 blades. A 27mm 3TPI and a 6mm 8TPI.

    I suspect I will never need anything more
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