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Another thread motivates me to give bandsaw boxes a go.
Do you folks use 1/4" or do you go even thinner? Thanks.
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I've done a number of them. Always used 3/16" 10 TPI.
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01-28-2018, 02:20 PM
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Is any particular brand favored for this? Or just generic blades like Olsen, who makes a 3/16" x 10 tpi in an 80" length that fits my old Craftsman?
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(01-28-2018, 08:57 AM)Lucky Irish Wrote: 3/16 10tpi
I have been using Timberwolf. Obviously not for bandsaw boxes, but for other stuff. I have found less cleanup (less time on the planer or sander) with the Timberwolf. I will be using a 3/8" Timberwolf when I make my attempt at boxes also.
I also use the Carter blade stabilizer when using narrow blades. I am hoping it works as well for something a bit taller, like a box, as it does for thinner work.
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So when would you guys us or ever use a 1/8" blade?
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(01-28-2018, 02:56 PM)Cecil Wrote: I have been using Timberwolf. Obviously not for bandsaw boxes, but for other stuff. I have found less cleanup (less time on the planer or sander) with the Timberwolf. I will be using a 3/8" Timberwolf when I make my attempt at boxes also.
I also use the Carter blade stabilizer when using narrow blades. I am hoping it works as well for something a bit taller, like a box, as it does for thinner work.
I started with Olsen, and switched to Viking (formerly Timberwolf), for the same reasons you've stated.
I've used the Carter stabilizer for making boxes, and it seems to work well on them, but I eventually left it off due to the time it takes to switch over and reset guides. If I had a second bandsaw I'd leave the stabilizer on one of them permanently.
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I have used a 1/8” for tighter curves on certain boxes.
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I recommend to the Timber Wolf Bandsaw Blade 3/16" x 105", 10 TPI
Features:
1. Made with High silicon and low carbide steel
2. It is Ideal for resawing thick stock
3. Runs cooler and lasts longer
4. It Runs under low tension which requires less horsepower
