Saw blades generally fall into two categories- full kerf (FK) and thin kerf (TK). On a 10” saw blade, almost all thin kerf blades will be 3/32”, and full kerf blades will be 1/. You might say to yourself that 1/32” is not that much of a difference between the two. It might not look like that much, but a full kerf blade is 33% thicker than a thin kerf. Keep in mind that there are no industry standards for thin kerf and fu could be almost as wide as a full kerf from another. But most major manufacturer’s follow 3/32″ for TK and 1/8″ for FK. There are also ultra-thin kerf blades (UTK) primarily used in industrial settings. You’re probably not going to see these in most places outside of a woodworking factory. See full list on A thinner kerf cuts through material more efficiently than full kerf, and it uses less power to do so.If your saw is on the lower end of the power spectrum, it bes beneficial to use a thin kerf blade. However, when using a low-powered saw and a full kerf blade, you can make the cut slower topensate for the larger and heavier blade of a full kerf. But youeased friction and longer time the blade is in contact with the workpiece. Thin kerf blades are more prone to deflect when making cuts versus a full kerf flection is when the blade bends while passing through a material. A knot in the middle of a piece of wood could cause deflectiont. Deflection will cause your cut to not be perfectly straight even though it might look straight to the naked eye. The round metal plate on a thin kerf blade is thinner than its full kerf counterpart, making it more prone to bend deflection. It’s not something to be overly concerned about if you’re... See full list on A full kerf blade will be more stable than a thin e circular metal plate is thicker, giving it more meased mass makes it more difficult for the saw to spin due to its heavier weight. This makes it better suited for a high-powered saw. A full kerf blade will also be less affected by heat when making a cut. It can disperse heat more efficiently due of its thicker metal plate. The thicker plate makes it less likely to bend while passing through the material, decreasing the chances of blade deflection. Full kerf will also produce more sawdust while removing more material than a thin kerf. Removing 1/32” more material is probably not a big deal for you. Although, that tiny amount can add up to a good sum of money when cutting expensive woods. See full list on It’s not possible to say one is better than the other. Thin kerf and full kerfblades each have their pros and cons. Choosing which one to use will depend on different factors- the saw, the material being cut, the type of cut being made, etc. Is your saw blade not cutting like it used to? Prefer a cleaner cut over a rough one? Check your blade for sharpness and read some tips on how to prevent tearouton your cuts. See full list on
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