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GrahamLumber.com is one of Kentucky's leading online dealers of saw blades and power tool accessories. When selecting a saw blade, it's essential to consider factors like the material you'll be cutting, the desired cut quality, and the type of saw in use. Furthermore, it's crucial to adhere to the manufacturer's instructions for blade installation and maintenance. AW Graham Lumber offers an extensive range of high-quality saw blades from trusted brands, including Dewalt, Diablo, Irwin, Forney, Norton, Marathon, Milwaukee, Rockwell, and many more.

Key Blade Terminology and Types - Understanding these factors is essential for selecting a blade that maximizes both speed and finish quality:

• What are the three types of saw blades? The three primary saw blade types, classified by their common power tool use, are Circular Blades (used on table, miter, and circular saws), Reciprocating Blades (used on reciprocating and saber saws), and Jigsaw Blades (used for intricate curve cutting).
  
  
• Tooth Count (TPI): TPI stands for Teeth Per Inch. This is the single most important factor when choosing a blade for finish quality. Fewer teeth (low TPI, e.g., 24-40 teeth on a circular saw blade) mean faster cutting and are best for rough cuts and thicker materials (like framing lumber). More teeth (high TPI, e.g., 60-80 teeth) mean a smoother, slower cut and are essential for finish work, plywood, and trim.
  
  
• Kerf: The kerf is the width of the groove the blade creates as it cuts through the material. A thinner kerf requires less material removal and less power from the saw, which is ideal for battery-powered tools and expensive hardwoods. However, a wide kerf blade is often more stable and less prone to wobbling.
  
  

Types of Saw Blades and Cutting Accessories: - We offer various types of saw blades, each designed for a specific purpose:

• Circular Saw Blades: Used for cutting wood, plastic, and other materials.
  
  
• Combination Circular Saw Blades: Versatile blades designed to cut through a variety of materials.
  
  
• Reciprocating Saw Blades: Used for demolition, cutting wood, metal, and other materials.
  
  
• Jigsaw Blades: Designed for cutting curves and intricate shapes in wood, plastic, and other materials.
  
  
  • What type of saw blade for wood? For cutting wood with a jigsaw, you generally need a blade with a lower TPI (typically 6-10 TPI) for speed and rough cuts, or a medium TPI (around 10-14 TPI) for general purpose and clean wood cuts.
    
    
  • Metal Blades: Have a higher tooth count (14-24 TPI) for slower, cleaner cuts in metal. Is 18 or 24 TPI better for metal? A 24 TPI blade is generally better for cutting thin metal (like sheet metal) because the higher tooth count ensures at least three teeth are always in contact with the material, preventing snagging and improving cut quality. An 18 TPI blade is typically better for cutting thicker metals (like steel pipe or plate).
    
    
  
  
• Cutoff Wheel: A specialized abrasive disc used with angle grinders or chop saws for cutting through steel, concrete, and tile.
  
  

Blade Maintenance for Longevity - Proper care of your saw blades is critical to maintaining a clean cut and ensuring tool safety:

• Cleaning: Resins and sap buildup on the teeth (especially when cutting softwoods or plywood) can cause friction, overheating, and slow the cut. Regularly clean the blade using a dedicated pitch remover or degreaser.
  
  
• Sharpness: A dull blade forces the saw to work harder, draining batteries faster and increasing the risk of kickback. Replace or professionally sharpen blades as soon as you notice resistance or burning marks on the wood.
  
  
• Storage: Store blades vertically or in their original packaging to protect the delicate carbide tips from chips and damage.
  
  

If you're searching for saw blades for your woodworking and home building projects, you are in the right place. For ensuring precise cuts and efficient power tool operation, AW Graham Lumber (GrahamLumber.com), your local lumber store and one-stop shop, offers a wide selection of high-quality saw blades, all available at dirt cheap prices! As a comprehensive local building supplies provider, our home improvement store inventory features a diverse range of cutting tools for every application, including essential circular saw blades, robust cutting wheels, specialty jig saw and coping saw blades, versatile oscillating tool accessories, and aggressive reciprocating saw blades, plus many more cutting solutions. Conveniently located at the junction of Highway 57 North and Maddox Pike in Flemingsburg, Kentucky, USA, this premier lumberyard proudly serves contractors and homeowners across Kentucky and the surrounding nearby regions, including Ohio, West Virginia, and Indiana; feel free to contact us for expert advice.