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Definition
The correct tooth pitch is crucial for precise and efficient cutting results. It is defined by the number of teeth per inch (tpi) and has a direct effect on the cutting quality. A higher tooth pitch ensures a finer tooth pitch, while a lower tooth pitch enables a coarser cut.
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Basic rules for correct tooth selection
- Larger workpieces require a coarser tooth pitch (e.g. 4/6, 3/4 or 2/3 tooth pitch).
- Smaller workpieces should be machined with a finer tooth pitch (e.g. 10/14, 8/11 or 8/12 tooth pitch).
- Medium workpieces benefit from a medium tooth pitch (e.g. 5/7, 5/8 or 6/10 tooth pitch).
- For hard materials, a finer tooth pitch should be selected, whereby the chip removal is distributed over several teeth.
- For soft materials, a coarser tooth pitch should be selected, as the larger chip space offers more capacity for the long sawdust.
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