Arkans Posted January 7, 2023 Share Posted January 7, 2023 Okay I bought a metal cutting bandsaw and have been looking for new blades. The on on it is so worn out it is not much more than a smooth metal band, all of the teeth are worn out on it. So what is a good tooth pitch for general purpose? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frosty Posted January 7, 2023 Share Posted January 7, 2023 Depends on what you plan on cutting. Thickness the blade is working is most important, the rule of thumb is 3 teeth on the work at all times. More teeth is NOT better as they're less able to clear cuttings and ore likely to gall, jam and break. The newer variable pitch blades make galling less a problem so you don't usually see very coarse blade. If you plan on cutting a lot of high carbon stock "Bimetal" teeth and low down pressure work maybe even carbides blades but those tend to chip the carbide if you let them chatter and are expensive. Frosty The Lucky. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimw3326 Posted January 7, 2023 Share Posted January 7, 2023 I use a 14 for most cuts on mild steel. If you're cutting thin stock like 16 ga. a 24 would be better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arkans Posted January 8, 2023 Author Share Posted January 8, 2023 Thanks for the information, I guess changing the blades for various types of steel is common so I guess I will be buying more than one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anvil Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 another guide is to go to the hardware store and look at hacksaw blades. On the package is the suggested stock size. This applies to tooth count in general, so it works for bandsaw blades as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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