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Why does saw kerf matter?
One way you improve your cutting efficiency is by using the right saw kerf for the material you are cutting. By selecting the correct saw kerf, you can optimize your cutting times and achieve better results.
For soft sheet materials, a thin saw kerf provides faster cutting speeds and a smoother finish. While a thicker saw kerf may be necessary for harder sheet materials to provide strength and durability.
General Saw Kerf Guidelines
As a general guideline, consider using saw blades with the following kerf sizes:
Softwoods such as pine or poplar: a saw kerf of 0.1-0.25 inches (2.5 mm-6.3 mm) is generally sufficient.
Hardwoods such as oak or maple: a saw kerf of 0.3-0.5 inches (7.6 mm-13 mm) is recommended.
Composite boards such as MDF: a saw kerf of 0.1-0.2 inches (2.5 mm-5 mm) is usually sufficient.
Whether cutting delicate inlays or thick countertops, the right saw kerf can make all the difference in speed and accuracy.
How does MaxCut handle different saw kerfs?
In the Community Edition of MaxCut, you can only use a single saw kerf for all materials. This means you cannot customize the kerf for different materials or saws in a single job.
In Business Edition, you can specify different saw kerfs for different sheet materials. This means you can cater for cutting various sheet materials on different saws in a single job.
For example, you can easily set MaxCut up to handle the following scenario in your workshop: One table saw with a durable saw blade for cutting hardwoods, then a different table saw with a suitable saw blade for cutting melamine and composite boards.
Handling different saw kerfs in a single job is just one example where the customization options offered by the Business Edition give you the edge.
MaxCut is more than a powerful panel optimiser. By utilising advanced algorithms, in a matter of seconds, it works out precisely the amount of materials, the cost analysis, job breakdown and produces all the paperwork you need to successfully make and sell your job. Subscribe now to the Business Edition to get the most for your cabinetry business!