10" saw blade

[jim burchett]

Looking at Result med grit 0.04 kerf or MK med grit 0.032 kerf looking to cut pattern bars up to 2" thick. Any experience would be appreciated thanks

[Brad Walker]

We've had good experience with the MK, but you may need a blade stiffener. It's really thin and has a tendency to wobble if you go too fast.

Many people also swear by the Result blade and we've used it with no problems, but usually buy the MK.

[jim burchett]

Thanks Brad

[jim burchett]

Any idea where to get stiffener? HIS doesn't sell them

[Brad Walker]

Any idea where to get stiffener? HIS doesn't sell them

Use an old 7" blade or anything stiff metal with a hole the right size. Just put it on the shaft right next to the 10" blade.

[DonMcClennen]

you won't be able to use a 7" blade as a stiffener on your 10" when you cut 2" material!

[Brad Walker]

you won't be able to use a 7" blade as a stiffener on your 10" when you cut 2" material!

Good point! Have to be smaller, 5" or so. Something like this would probably work: https://www.amazon.com/CMT-299-102-00-B ... B000P4NTRW

As I recall, HIS used to carry them, but I guess there wasn't enough demand.

[Marty]

Set up a stop, set saw to cut 1.25", cut groove and flip to finish.
I'm finding a lot of drag on the thicker pieces (10" Result blade with 5" stiffeners, plenty of water) otherwise.

[jim burchett]

Went with a new MK...OMG what a difference. The old blade must be almost shot..the new one is like night and day...