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Slitting saw info

trlvn

Ultra Member
Just wanted to share a helpful resource on slitting saws:


Pages 13 and 14 have a bunch of good information including a table of recommended rpms based on the blade diameter and material to be cut. They also suggest that the feed rate can be up to 2 thous per _tooth_! Not sure I'll ever push things that hard. I keep a copy of this page with my blades.

YMMV,

Craig
 
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So from 2.8 to 28 ipm on a 3 inch 56 tooth in mild with cutting oil. Saw loses temper when it turns blue lol. I'd be trying like 5 to start.
 
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