SCM mini max S45n blade recommendations

[JMHjoiner]

I'm looking for a ripping blade, bimetal 3-4tpi for my S45n for hardwood but can't seem to determine what length I need to order. Conflicting answers. Some say 144" (3657mm) but others say between 3690mm and 3742mm. Could someone please help me out on this so I can get one ordered. Thank you!

 

[mike*]

I might be tempted to drop Ian at Tuffsaws a line. I don't have address at hand at moment, but Goggle should find them.

I believe Ian keeps records of past supply to other customers - make / model of saw and blade types / lengths supplied. Sure he could sort you out with good advice. And the blades he supplies are great quality.

Mike

 

[Cabinetman]

Well this is what the manufacturer says.

 

[deema]

I’m aware of two variants / old / new model of the saw which I believe take different blade lengths.

With the blade removed take off all tension, run a string around and measure the length. That’s a good starter for the blade length.

 

[J-G]

If you can easily measure the distance between the wheels (450mm Dia) then the blade length will be 1414mm + twice that.

ie. assume that there is 700mm between the wheel centres then the blade length will be 2814mm. (700 * 2 + 1414)

 

[mindthatwhatouch]

My S45 takes 3660mm but as others have said its simple enough to measure.
Thoroughly recommend tuffsaws.

 

[Gary B]

+1 for Tuffsaws