Saw Blade Selection Guide
- Rip cuts (24-30 teeth): Fewer teeth, aggressive chip removal, fast cutting along the grain
- Cross cuts (60-80 teeth): More teeth for smooth, clean cuts across the grain
- Combination (40-50 teeth): General purpose for both rip and cross cuts
- Plywood (80+ teeth): High tooth count minimizes splintering on veneered surfaces
Kerf Types
- Full kerf (1/8"): Standard, more rigid, better for heavy use
- Thin kerf (3/32"): Less waste, easier on underpowered saws