Powermatic M-1791257 Saw User Manual


 
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Blade Selection Guide
Identify the material and thickness of your workpiece. The chart will show the recommended PITCH, blade
TYPE, and FEED RATE.
Key: H – Hook L – Low
S – Skip M – Medium
R – Regular H – High
Example: 10/H/M means 10 teeth per inch / Hook Type Blade / Medium Feed
For Radius Cutting
Study the part drawing or prototype, or actually
measure the smallest cutting radius required, and
locate this radius (in inches) on the chart at the right.
Follow the curve to where the approximate blade
width is specified. If a radius falls between two of the
curves, select the widest blade that will saw this
radius.
This procedure should be used for making initial
blade selections. These recommendations can, of
course, be adjusted to meet specific requirements of
a cutting job. Compromises may be necessary if you
cannot find all needed specifications in a single
blade.