Summary:
In this video, host of Training Hands Academy discusses different types of table saw blades and what you need to know before buying one.
The video starts with going over three main types of blades: FTG, ATB, and ATBR.
FTG blades are designed for ripping, which is cutting with the grain. They have a flat top grind and a fast feed rate. A good option is Freud, which costs around $40-$50.
ATB blades are designed for cross-cutting, which is cutting across the grain. They have an alternate top bevel and a slower feed rate than FTG blades. A good option is Diablo at $43, which can also be used on a miter saw. Another option is Forest blade, which is a higher quality blade but costs around $160.
ATBR blades are a combination of ATB and FTG blades. They have a 50-tooth option and are great for both ripping and cross-cutting. They cost around $55.
Besides the three main types of blades, there are four options that almost every blade has: number of teeth, kerf size, hook angle, and bevel angle.
More teeth means slower and cleaner cuts, fewer teeth mean faster and rougher cuts.
Thin kerf blades are designed for underpowered saws or cutting a lot of thick stock. They remove 25% less material than a standard blade.
Hook angle is the pitch of each tooth, which can range from -5 to 20 degrees. Higher angle means more aggressive cut.
Bevel angle is how much each tooth bevels to the right or left, which can range from 15 to 30 degrees. Higher angle means better cut quality and stays sharper longer.
In conclusion, the host recommends the following blades:
50-tooth ATBR combination blade
60-tooth ATB cross cut blade
FTG ripping blade
These blades are all made to fit a 5/8 arbor, which is the shaft that holds the blade to the motor.
