What blade comes with Makita track saw?
The blade that comes with the saw is a 48 tooth cross cut blade and I’ve been very impressed with it, especially for a stock blade. I was so impressed with it that I actually bought a second stock blade to switch out for sharpenings. Makita generally does a very good job with stock blades.
What size blade does a Makita skill saw take?
5‑3/8″ 16T Carbide‑Tipped Circular Saw Blade, General Purpose. The Makita 5-3/8″ Carbide-Tipped Circular Saw Blade has an efficient 16 tooth design.
Do all circular saw blades fit all saws?
Each type of circular saw blade is designed to cut different materials and work with specific power saws. Be certain the blade you choose is suitable for the material you need to cut and that it fits your saw. There are several specifications you need to consider.
What size is a Makita plunge saw blade?
165 x 20mm
Makita TCT Plunge Saw Blade 165 x 20mm 48T (9914R)
How deep can a Makita track saw cut?
On the side below the trigger housing, there is a green button that when depressed only allows the saw to cut 2 to 3 mm deep (~1/16-inch).
Can I use different brand circular saw blades?
What is this? Not every circular saw is adequate for each material, which means that the blades are made according to whether you need them to cut wood, metal or concrete. Along with that, it is a fact that a single circular saw may need different special blades that aren’t universal or interchangeable.
How do I choose a circular saw blade?
Generally, blades with more teeth will provide a smoother, finer cut whereas blades with fewer teeth will provide a rougher cut. The benefit of fewer teeth is faster cutting and a lower price. For most construction work, a 24-tooth general use blade is sufficient.
What direction do the teeth on a table saw blade need to be pointing?
downward
When installing a new blade, make sure the teeth are pointing downward to enable a clean cut through the workpiece. Upward-facing teeth can cause a severe injury to the operator. Table saw: Table saws are typically the best choice for making rip cuts or when preparing a large volume of identically sized pieces.
What is a plunge saw blade?
A plunge saw has a different design which removes the need for a conventional retractable blade guard, as the blade is enclosed within the machine. The blade can be plunged at any point into the material you are cutting. An enclosed blade is safer and significantly improves dust extraction efficiency.
Is the Makita MLT 100 a good table saw?
With the MLT 100, Makita has given the little guy a more achievable way of owning one of the big hitter brands when it comes to table saws. For its price, you are unlikely to find anything better but unfortunately, you get what you pay for.
What kind of blade does a Makita table saw have?
The Makita MLT 100 gets supplied already assembled with a 255mm Makita brand TCT blade and includes a rip fence, miter gauge, two wrenches for changing the blade, a push stick, a removable blade guard, and a removable riving knife.
Can a miter gauge be used on a Makita table saw?
In the case where it is required to push the stock through the blade with the gauge itself, the clamp can’t be used. Unfortunately, the miter gauge does not fit snugly in the slots on the saw bed as the slots are slightly wider than the gauge rail. This won’t hinder quick cuts where deadly precision is not the main concern.
How big are the slots on a Makita table?
The wear an tear becomes abvious after a couple cuts with the mitre gauge. The table comes with 2 slots for runners. The slots are 12,54mm (1/2 inch) wide and 6mm (1/4 inch) deep. A little small for stable runners especially when you look and slots addes to the side to guide the mitre gauge.