Blade Nomenclature

Tom Posch · December 14, 2018, 06:00:41 PM

What does 4* or 9* blade refer to? I need to order blades and know nothing about them. I am going to be cutting oak.

terrifictimbersllc · December 14, 2018, 06:06:26 PM

It is the angle, from vertical, of the face of the tooth. 4 degrees is 4 degrees from vertical. 9 degrees is 9 degrees from vertical.

Magicman · December 14, 2018, 06:48:28 PM

And when you are typing a reply, look at the line of "tools" above that Jeff has provided. Now look left of the ¼ and click on the DEG°. The ° symbol magically appears wherever your cursor is blinking. ;) All of those other tools do stuff too.

Dana Stanley · December 14, 2018, 07:14:17 PM

This may help
http://www.usabandsawblades.com/content/blade_anatomy.pdf

Tom Posch · December 14, 2018, 07:45:37 PM

I have a handle on that now, thanks. What angle tooth do I want and does it make a big difference" I also see "double hard". What does that mean?

Southside · December 14, 2018, 07:50:26 PM

What are you running for an engine? Yes angle / profile makes a world of difference. Double Hard is a trade name that Wood Mizer uses for the line of "standard use" bands, very good quality, I use them for most everything including White Oak and Hickory. The Bi-Metals do stay sharp longer, but they hurt more in the pocket book when you hit metal or otherwise damage one so unless you are 100% sure on your logs you will be money ahead in the long run with Double Hard bands.