On the subject of blades, I tried the Olsen PGT #5RG blade on 3/4 pine and within about 4 linear inches of cutting the blade came out of the holder, kinked up and the blade had turned blue (burnt looking). I tried another one and the second one came out but wasn't as blue. What would cause the blade to heat up so much in such a short period of time? I went back to the Olsen #5R and finished the piece with no problem.
I am a newbie and wanted to try something different. I do use blue tape and attach the design with spray adhesive.
Thanks
BarryK