band saw blades ?

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used my last 6-10 tpi all i had was a 5-8 and a 8-12 tpi used the 5-8on this job (it takes 10 days to get new blades)what is the best tpi for cuts like this (pic) Attached Images
Reply:I am far from being an xpert but 5 / 8 seems a tad course for 1/8 stock what is the rule 2 teeth, or 3 teeth in contact??-- fredLincoln 180C MIG
Reply:3 teeth in contact at the thinnest point.
Reply:I would have tried the 8-12 blade.Miller Auto Invision 456 + S-62 wire feederC6240B1 Gap bed lathe16 ft3 air compressor16 speed pedestal drillHafco BS-912 Bandsaw
Reply:For interrupted cuts, I like to use a straight 18T Starrett blade.  I know that I sound like a broken record recommending them (Starrett) all the time, but I really do notice a significant quality difference.  I choose the high tooth count to keep the material from going too far in the gullet on the tip of the cut.  I suppose you could go with a coarser tooth and be careful at the start and end of the cut, too.