Saw Blades from Greensboro Show?

[JohnsonMBrandon]

Have any of you guys that picked up the cheap miter saw blades from the Greensboro show had a chance to test them out yet? I was curious as I am in need of a new miter saw blade.

 

[woodguy1975]

I haven't tried mine yet.

 

[junquecol]

Didn't buy any blades at GSO. But the very best inexpensive blade I have found is the Freud Diablo 10"- 40 tooth that HD sells for $29.95. The teeth are ground on face top, and SIDES. If you aren't happy, I think they offer a satisfaction gaurentee. Bought a new Dewalt 703 to do a job and added this blade. I also have same blade on jobsite table saw. This blade represents one of the best values that I have seen. You can spend a lot more and not get a better blade.

 

[JohnsonMBrandon]

Cool thanks for the info. If there is anyone else that has tried theirs out yet just let me know.

 

[michaelgarner]

same here on the diablo,,,good blade for the money,,awesome on the 12in miter

 

[JohnsonMBrandon]

OK Cool deal. I may give one of those a shot on my 12" miter saw. The other company isn't to far from where i live that sold the blades at the Greensboro show. It think the blades from the show were 80 teeth carbide tipped blades, and about the same price or cheaper.

 

[Travis Porter]

I don't have these, but I was using the Freud thin kerf blades. When DaveO came over he showed me how I had deflection and the cut was beveled on the front and back. I bought a thick blade and it now cuts beautifully. My only recommendation is if you have a 12" (which you say you do) don't buy thin kerf blades if you make critical cuts with the miter saw.

 

[JohnsonMBrandon]

Yep I have a 12". I was wondering why I see some guys with such thick blades, but now that you explained that it all makes perfect sense. Thanks for the great info.

 

[Charles M]

Travis,

With all due respect to DaveO, Freud TK blades are extremely stiff and deflection not typical. One potential cause for this is using a blade with too many teeth for the application. Could you elaborate on the material, size, the type of cut, which blades, etc?

 

[JohnsonMBrandon]

Charles,

So it sounds like the think kerf blades would possibly still be an option though, or would you reccommend a different blade for the miter saw anyway?

 

[woodguy1975]

Travis,

With all due respect to DaveO, Freud TK blades are extremely stiff and deflection not typical. One potential cause for this is using a blade with too many teeth for the application. Could you elaborate on the material, size, the type of cut, which blades, etc?

I agree it can be a problem of too many teeth for the given application. A 96 tooth blade should only be used on 3/4" stock and thinner where an 80 tooth is good up to 2" depending on the materal.

That being said I've gone through a few miter saw blades as well. It isn't the kerf that can give you problems, its the plate thickness and plate tensioning that determines if you get a true cut or not. Some cheaper blades have thinner plates that are poorly tensioned. With sharp carbide a thin kerf blade and thick kerf blade with the same plate will cut pretty much the same.

Thanks,

John

 

[Charles M]

Brandon,

Thin Kerf blades are ideal for miter saws since they typically are underpowered. If you let me know what saw you have and what you intend to cut I can specify blades that will work well.

 

[JohnsonMBrandon]

Charles,


I have the 12" Hitachi LCH (With the Laser and LCD). Its not the slider. I would like to be able to cut up to 8/4 stock (Oak, Walnut, Hard Maple). What are the options?

 

[woodguy1975]

Charles,


I have the 12" Hitachi LCH (With the Laser and LCD). Its not the slider. I would like to be able to cut up to 8/4 stock (Oak, Walnut, Hard Maple). What are the options?

You want to look for an 80 tooth blade. Whatever manufacturer you prefer.

 

[Charles M]

I agree with John on the tooth quantity if choosing a thin kerf blade. The Diablo D1280X is an excellent choice and will give a great cut without overtaxing the saw. Now to muddy the waters, for the very best cut but with more load on the motor you can opt for 96 teeth in a full kerf blade and the best choice would be the LU85R012. This is our very best cutoff blade and will make glass smooth cuts.

 

[JohnsonMBrandon]

Cool thanks for the info guys.

 

[McRabbet]

Brandon,

I posted a thread on the Blade I bought in Greensboro several weeks ago here. I'm still happy with it, but agree that the Freud blades are very hard to beat. BTW, are you happy with your Hitachi mitersaw? I've looked at that one, but I'm not happy with the way the laser beam disappears as you lower the blade. I've also looked at the newer 12" Delta dual compound with 2 lasers that shine down each side of the blade at Lowe's for $279 (Model 36-322L). I've got a 10" and want a bigger unit.

Rob

 

[NCPete]

Rob, I have the predecessor to the current Delta twin laser, the 36-255L, and I have been very happy with it. Only a little bit of tuning out of the box to set the lasers to my liking, and BAM! cutting all the short pieces of wood out long pieces i like!

 

[SteveColes]

I agree with John on the tooth quantity if choosing a thin kerf blade. The Diablo D1280X is an excellent choice and will give a great cut without overtaxing the saw. Now to muddy the waters, for the very best cut but with more load on the motor you can opt for 96 teeth in a full kerf blade and the best choice would be the LU85R012. This is our very best cutoff blade and will make glass smooth cuts.

Would the LU85r012 be Ok with a slider?

 

[Charles M]

Would the LU85r012 be Ok with a slider?

The LU85 works well with sliding saws although it is a little more aggressive than typically recommended.