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What determines the number of teeth to use on a hacksaw blade?
The blade chosen is based on the thickness of the material being cut, with a minimum of three teeth in the material. As hacksaw teeth are so small, they are set in a “wave” set.
How many teeth per inch are used on a hacksaw blade for cutting hard metal?
How to cut metal with a hacksaw
| Tpi (teeth per inch / 25mm of blade) | Suggested usage |
|---|---|
| 14 | Large profiles, aluminium, softer metals |
| 18 | General workshop projects |
| 24 | Steel plate up to 5/6mm thickness |
| 32 | Hollow sections and steel tubing |
What should be used to cut conduit?
You should use a powered handsaw when you have a good deal of conduit to cut or many cuts to make. This keeps you from tiring out and helps you hold the blade at a 90-degree angle with the pipe.
How many teeth per inch does a 16 point hacksaw blade have?
8 Teeth
Technical Details
| Manufacturer | Fein |
|---|---|
| Size | 16-Inch, 8 Teeth/Inch |
| Material | High Speed Steel |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Included Components | Unit^Instruction Guide |
What is 24 TPI for cutting?
Blades 12-18 TPI are typically used for metal and denser materials as well as finish cuts in wood. The 18-24 TPI range is almost always used for metal cutting. Pro Tip: Always keep 3 teeth in contact with the material being cut.
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What is 18 TPI for cutting?
For heavy-duty cutting jobs like steel reinforcing rod or pipe, an 18-teeth per inch blade would be the best choice. For a job that requires medium-duty cutting, like a thin wall electrical conduit, a 24-teeth per inch blade would do a better job.
How do you calculate teeth per inch?
How to Measure the Teeth Per Inch (TPI) of a Bandsaw Blade
- Always begin the TPI measurement in the center of the gullet.
- Measure left to right one inch along blade, from the center of the gullet.
- Count the number of teeth in that one-inch space. That number of teeth is the blade’s TPI.