scott spencer
03-10-2006, 11:44 AM
I'm beginning to understand some of the science of modern saw blade technology, but I do have a question that I'm not sure about that maybe some of you blade experts or engineers can explain.
My question pertains to the differences in performance between a 7-1/4" blade and a 10" blade. I know the distance between the teeth is different, the cutting height capacity is different, and that the blade speed is different. I know the radius of the smaller blade is tighter and presents a different attack angle for the teeth, but have no idea what impact that may have. Assuming as many identical variables as possible, how differently does a comparable 10" blade perform from a 7-1/4" when mounted on the same saw cutting a similar piece of wood?
My question pertains to the differences in performance between a 7-1/4" blade and a 10" blade. I know the distance between the teeth is different, the cutting height capacity is different, and that the blade speed is different. I know the radius of the smaller blade is tighter and presents a different attack angle for the teeth, but have no idea what impact that may have. Assuming as many identical variables as possible, how differently does a comparable 10" blade perform from a 7-1/4" when mounted on the same saw cutting a similar piece of wood?