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Article Surfing ArchiveChoosing The Right Circular Saw Blade - Articles SurfingYou can have a top of the line circular saw but without a good blade it doesn't amount to much. Having the right blade for the job you are doing is critical to making a clean cut and making the cut safely. Depending on the material you are cutting and the results you are looking for you have to choose a blade for your circular saw accordingly. Generally the blade will be a standard 7-1/4' in diameter. You can get general purpose blades for under $10 but to get a high quality blade you can expect to pay $50, $75 or more. When choosing a blade I prefer to have a thin-kerf blade since it is easier to make a cut (kerf refers to the width of the cutting teeth). I also inspect the blade to make sure there are no chips in the carbide teeth. Running your finger nail along the edge of the blade will reveal any pits that you cannot see. The blade and teeth should have no rust and be smooth and shiny. A dirty blade requires more force to make a cut which will result in a rough cut or cause an injury. Any dirty blades should be cleaned by using an industrial cleaner. This will dissolve any pitch or gummy substances left from cutting wood. Different circular saw blades and their uses Masonry Blade Plywood Blade Chisel Tooth Blades Trim Blades Decking Blades Remodeling Blades General Purpose Blade Cutting with a circular saw is one of the most common ways to rip and cross-cut lumber and plywood. However there is always a risk of kick-back. Set the depth of the blade so it is just slightly deeper then the thickness of your stock. This will reduce the risk of kick-back and other injuries.
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