Spiral size for stacking? - Scroll Saw Woodworking & Crafts Message Board

Capt Weasel · 08-23-2006, 10:51 PM

I've using a FD-NS 2/0 to stack cut 1/8" BB x 2 with great results. The control is great and it doesn't cut to fast or to slow and it doesn't wer the blades out quick. I'm wanting to up production and cut 1/8" x 3 or 4 for a total of 3/8" and 1/2" cuts. What size spiral will be best for those size cuts? Should I go up and use a #1 and #3 respectively?

ozarkhillbilly · 08-24-2006, 01:06 AM

The 2/0 spiral should work just fine even with a 1/2" stack, it will go a little slower but that should be it. If you do go with the #1 spiral you will notice it to be a little more aggressive, there really should be no need for a #3 unless your doing say some viening and that is the size you need.

I pretty much just use 2/0 spirals for my projects and on occasion a #1. I bought half a gross of #5 spirals almost a year ago when I first started, and I have yet to use even a dozen.....

lucky788scroller · 08-24-2006, 02:52 AM

stick with that 2/0 it will be fine!Dale

Capt Weasel · 08-24-2006, 11:00 AM

I think I tried a 2/0 on a 3/8" piece and felt like I was pushing it size wise and that's why I backed up to stacking only 2 pieces. I might be wrong though. If I use a 2/0 on 3/8" or 1/2" should I speed it up some? I normally run my 788 on 5 or 5 1/2 speed all the time for the portraits and hardwood stuff.

ozarkhillbilly · 08-24-2006, 01:11 PM

I too have a 788 and I cut with my saw on it's fastest setting, especially when stack cutting, but do what feels most comfortable to you, and still allow you to maintain good control.

08-24-2006, 01:06 AM	#2
ozarkhillbilly Moderator Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Missouri Posts: 1,227	The 2/0 spiral should work just fine even with a 1/2" stack, it will go a little slower but that should be it. If you do go with the #1 spiral you will notice it to be a little more aggressive, there really should be no need for a #3 unless your doing say some viening and that is the size you need. I pretty much just use 2/0 spirals for my projects and on occasion a #1. I bought half a gross of #5 spirals almost a year ago when I first started, and I have yet to use even a dozen..... __________________ Bill DeWalt 788 A positive attitude may not solve all your problems, but it will annoy enough people to make it worth the effort. aut viam inveniam aut faciam

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08-23-2006, 10:51 PM	#1
Capt Weasel Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: South Carolina Posts: 249	Spiral size for stacking? I've using a FD-NS 2/0 to stack cut 1/8" BB x 2 with great results. The control is great and it doesn't cut to fast or to slow and it doesn't wer the blades out quick. I'm wanting to up production and cut 1/8" x 3 or 4 for a total of 3/8" and 1/2" cuts. What size spiral will be best for those size cuts? Should I go up and use a #1 and #3 respectively?

08-24-2006, 02:52 AM	#3
lucky788scroller Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: wisconsin Posts: 6,338	stick with that 2/0 it will be fine!Dale

08-24-2006, 11:00 AM	#4
Capt Weasel Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: South Carolina Posts: 249	I think I tried a 2/0 on a 3/8" piece and felt like I was pushing it size wise and that's why I backed up to stacking only 2 pieces. I might be wrong though. If I use a 2/0 on 3/8" or 1/2" should I speed it up some? I normally run my 788 on 5 or 5 1/2 speed all the time for the portraits and hardwood stuff.

08-24-2006, 01:11 PM	#5
ozarkhillbilly Moderator Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Missouri Posts: 1,227	I too have a 788 and I cut with my saw on it's fastest setting, especially when stack cutting, but do what feels most comfortable to you, and still allow you to maintain good control. __________________ Bill DeWalt 788 A positive attitude may not solve all your problems, but it will annoy enough people to make it worth the effort. aut viam inveniam aut faciam