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Unread 06-11-2011, 13:34
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Re: Band saw parts
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Originally Posted by DonRotolo View Post
I have also seen suggestions to use a very low-tooth-count blade for aluminum, since the teeth will not get clogged. I can't cite any experts, but some research for the cost of a blade might be valuable. Something like a 4-6 TPI skip-tooth blade was mentioned for aluminum.
I have used a 6 TPI blade for cutting 1" round bar stock, on my 14" Delta bandsaw which is intended for wood. It did seem to work fine. Finer teeth (higher TPI) for thinner stuff, larger teeth (fewer TPI) for thick stuff.

Any sort of lubricant seems to hep when cutting aluminum. WD40, A9, or blade wax stick.
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