The charts below will help you determine the best TPI to use for the cutting application.

If you are looking for a universal blade for your machine please visit our Cutting for Beginners page.

 

TPI Selector For Standard Cutting

  • Determine size and shape of material to be cut
  • Identify chart to be used (square solids, round solids, or tubing/structural)
  • Read teeth per inch next to material size.
Bandsaw Blade Support
Bandsaw Blade Support
Bandsaw Blade Support
Bandsaw Blade Support

Specific Metal Cutting TPI Selector

The following charts are designed for specific types of materials.

Solid Cutting Only

  • Determine size and shape of material to be cut
  • Identify chart to be used (square solids, round solids, or rectangles)
  • Read teeth per inch next to material size.
Bandsaw Blade Support
Bandsaw Blade Support

Structural Cutting Only

  • Determine size and shape of material to be cut
  • Identify chart to be used (tubing/structurals)
  • Read teeth per inch next to material size.
Bandsaw Blade Support
Bandsaw Blade Support
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