Model G0899 (Mfd. Since 10/20)
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Blade Requirements
When choosing a main blade, make sure the
blade size meets the requirements listed below.
The thickness of the blade body and teeth can be
measured with calipers or any precision measur-
ing device.
Blade Size Requirements:
• Body Thickness: 0.063"–0.094" (1.8-2.4mm)
• Kerf (Tooth) Thickness: 0.102"–0.126"
(2.6-3.2mm)
• Riving Knife Thickness: 0.1" (2.5mm)
• Blade Size Required for Riving Knife: 10"
Blade Selection
Figure 41. Ripping blade.
This section on blade selection is by no means
comprehensive. Always follow the saw blade
manufacturer's recommendations to ensure safe
and efficient operation of your table saw.
Ripping Blade Features:
• Best for cutting with the grain
• 20-40 teeth
• Flat-top ground tooth profile
• Large gullets for large chip removal
Flat
Top
Blade
Through Cuts
Figure 40. Example of a through cut (blade
guard not shown for illustrative clarity).
A through cut is a sawing operation in which the
workpiece is completely sawn through, as shown
in the
Figure below
. Examples of through cuts are
rip cuts, cross cuts, miter cuts, and beveled cuts.
The blade guard assembly MUST be used when
performing through cuts.
Figure 42. Crosscutting blade.
Crosscut Blade Features:
• Best for cutting across the grain
• 60-80 teeth
• Alternate top bevel tooth profile
• Small hook angle and a shallow gullet
Alternate
Top
Bevel
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