Jeweller's Saw Blade Guidelines.
Use this table as a guideline for Jeweller's Saw blades. All measurements refer to inches, which is still how they are measured.
|
Saw Blade Size |
Gauge To Use |
Blade Thickness |
Blade Depth |
Teeth per Inch |
|
4/0 |
22 gauge |
.0086'' |
.0175'' |
66.0 |
|
3/0 |
22 gauge |
.0095'' |
.0190'' |
61.0 |
|
2/0 |
20-22 gauge |
.0103'' |
.0204'' |
56.0 |
|
1/0 |
18-22 gauge |
.0110'' |
.0220'' |
53.5 |
|
1 |
18-20 gauge |
.0120'' |
.0240'' |
51.0 |
|
2 |
16-18 gauge |
.0134'' |
.0276'' |
43.0 |
|
3 |
16-18 gauge |
.0140'' |
.0290'' |
40.5 |
|
4 |
16-18 gauge |
.0150'' |
.0307'' |
38.0 |
|
5 |
16 gauge |
.0158'' |
.0331'' |
35.5 |
|
6 |
14 gauge |
.0173'' |
.0370'' |
33.0 |
Things to remember when using a Jeweller's saw.
- The teeth of the blade should be facing down towards the handle.
- Aftler placing one end into the clamp, squeeze the saw frame together then install and tighten the other end of the blade.
- A properly fitting blade should be very tight and "sing" when gently plucked.
- Never apply pressure to the saw blade when cutting. You will only break the blade.
- Beeswax is a great lubricant for the saw blades. It allows for a smoother sawing action.
- Always take your time.