Harry Barton Posted June 22, 2019 Report Posted June 22, 2019 I see 2/0, 3/0 etc. mentioned. Is there a breakdown of the terminology? OCtoolguy 1 Quote
JTTHECLOCKMAN Posted June 22, 2019 Report Posted June 22, 2019 (edited) 1 hour ago, Harry Barton said: I see 2/0, 3/0 etc. mentioned. Is there a breakdown of the terminology? Blades are usually the same from one vendor to the next when it comes to size. The differences come in manufacturing techniques and materials used. But basically blades numbers starting with #1 going to #12 graduate larger in size with the number going up correspondently. In reverse when numbers go from #0 down to #00000 (and beyond) These are refered to as (aught #2/0 two-aught) The more zeros the smaller the blade size is. Edited June 22, 2019 by JTTHECLOCKMAN OCtoolguy 1 Quote
Scrappile Posted June 22, 2019 Report Posted June 22, 2019 (edited) Sorta: https://mikesworkshop.com/pages/choosing-a-blade The larger the number the bigger the blade except for numbers 0 - 12. Smaller than #0 you go the other way, 2/0 is larger than a 3/0.... so below "0" the numbers start going the size versa numbers starts going the other way.... The only blade that I know of for scroll saw in the 3/0 size is a spiral, (my favorite spiral) but I could be wrong on that. I know blades for jewelry work get smaller than the 3/0. and I see JT beat me to it. Edited June 22, 2019 by Scrappile OCtoolguy 1 Quote
Solution dgman Posted June 22, 2019 Solution Report Posted June 22, 2019 The larger the number the larger the blade. If you start with say a .number 3, a #2 and #1 are smaller. A#0 is smaller. A#2/0 means it is actually a #00 and a # 3/0 means it is a # 000. Keep in mind that different manufacturers sizes may not be the same as other manufacturers. Then you have different blade configurations. It can be very confusing for a beginner. My recommendation would be to try different blade sizes and types from different manufacturers to get an idea what to use. As a scroll saw instructor, I start my students off with Olson #5 skip tooth blades cutting 3/4” pine. Tell us what you want to cut and you’ll get recommendations of what to try. OCtoolguy 1 Quote
Harry Barton Posted June 22, 2019 Author Report Posted June 22, 2019 Thank you all very much. I've just ordered a set of Olson blades from Amazon, and when they arrive I'll seek further advice. I picked Olson because of a positive review, but any guidance as to which manufacturers are respected (and which to avoid) will be appreciated. OCtoolguy 1 Quote
Scrappile Posted June 22, 2019 Report Posted June 22, 2019 Olsons are good, probably the two most popular brands are Flying Dutchman and Pegas. OCtoolguy and Harry Barton 1 1 Quote
loftyhermes Posted June 22, 2019 Report Posted June 22, 2019 (edited) 1 hour ago, Harry Barton said: Thank you all very much. I've just ordered a set of Olson blades from Amazon, and when they arrive I'll seek further advice. I picked Olson because of a positive review, but any guidance as to which manufacturers are respected (and which to avoid) will be appreciated. Harry, here in the UK Niqua are very good blades, (they make the Flying Dutchman blades) and are available from many suppliers including Hegner UK, Hobbies and Original Marquetry to name but three, I have used these three suppliers. They are also sold on Amazon and ebay. Edited June 22, 2019 by loftyhermes OCtoolguy, Harry Barton, Foxfold and 1 other 3 1 Quote
Harry Barton Posted June 23, 2019 Author Report Posted June 23, 2019 My blades arrived: Olson skip tooth, 12 each of No. 2, 20TPI, No. 5, 12.5TPI and No. 7, 11.5TPI. They're still in the packet, as I've been busy with another project today. I think it will be essential to have a storage system to keep the blades separate and identified. What do people do? OCtoolguy 1 Quote
teachnlearn Posted June 23, 2019 Report Posted June 23, 2019 (edited) Starting out a simple project is a blade holder. Its nice to have the blades organized and in reach to change sizes or replace when one breaks. As to what holder to make, your going to get a bunch of different designs here. I think there was a post on some of them. Not sure how to search to forum. If you get a large batch of blades two organizers help. One to store the blades in gross and another to restock near the saw with some of each size you work with. If you need to drill holes for a blade holder, here are a few drill guides. Having moved and lived in apartments and military bases I couldn't get a drill press. Have had one of these 'presses' for years and I've used it for small and large projects with no problem. They are portable, cheaper than a drill press and can create multiple straight holes with no problem. Will work for your scroll projects and around the place. RJF https://www.amazon.com/s?k=portable+drill+press&ascsubtag=1ba00-01000-org00-win10-dsk00-nomod-us000-gatwy-feature-SEARC&tag=amz-mkt-catch-us-20 Edited June 23, 2019 by teachnlearn OCtoolguy 1 Quote
LarryEA Posted July 11, 2019 Report Posted July 11, 2019 (edited) My Wife used to buy the little plastic bottles of 'Ensure' Very good size for storing blades. I screwed the caps to a shelf board and labeled each .... What is your cats name ?????????? I saw one today named 'Batman' . Edited July 11, 2019 by LarryEA Quote
teachnlearn Posted July 11, 2019 Report Posted July 11, 2019 4 minutes ago, LarryEA said: My Wife used to buy the little plastic bottles of 'Ensure' Very good size for storing blades. I screwed the caps to a shelf board and labeled each .... What is your cats name ?????????? I saw one today named 'Batman' I've seen so many baby food jars screwed to shelves. I'm surprised the baby food company didn't pre-drill a hole in the top for ready mount. RJF LarryEA 1 Quote
Rolf Posted July 13, 2019 Report Posted July 13, 2019 Actually blade numbering is not all of the information that you need. A 2/0 reference is only part of the information you also need to look at the the number of teeth per inch (TPI) My Olson 2/0 has 28 TPI and the Pegas 2/0 Modified geometry blade has 15 TPI. The Pegas is a much more aggressive blade. Go online and down load the blade information for what ever blades you are looking at. For storage I use baby soda bottles. Harry Barton 1 Quote
teachnlearn Posted July 13, 2019 Report Posted July 13, 2019 7 hours ago, Rolf said: Actually blade numbering is not all of the information that you need. A 2/0 reference is only part of the information you also need to look at the the number of teeth per inch (TPI) My Olson 2/0 has 28 TPI and the Pegas 2/0 Modified geometry blade has 15 TPI. The Pegas is a much more aggressive blade. Go online and down load the blade information for what ever blades you are looking at. For storage I use baby soda bottles. I didn't know baby's drank soda. Isn't it bad for their little teeth? RJF Harry Barton and Rolf 1 1 Quote
Harry Barton Posted July 14, 2019 Author Report Posted July 14, 2019 On 7/11/2019 at 11:45 PM, LarryEA said: My Wife used to buy the little plastic bottles of 'Ensure' Very good size for storing blades. I screwed the caps to a shelf board and labeled each .... What is your cats name ?????????? I saw one today named 'Batman' . Nice idea, thanks. The cat's called Duncan, but after naming him, it turned out he's a female! The name stuck though. Quote
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