Official Luthiers Forum! http://w-ww.luthiersforum.com/forum/ |
|
FYI blade cleaning tip http://w-ww.luthiersforum.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=10101&t=54478 |
Page 1 of 1 |
Author: | Ernie Kleinman [ Thu Oct 14, 2021 10:09 am ] |
Post subject: | FYI blade cleaning tip |
I tried cleaning my gunked up freud radial arm saw blade with a 50/50 solution of liquid laundry detergent (costco) an water . Let it soak for 1/2hr in a shallow cookie sheet clean with a plastic brush . Works. |
Author: | Chris Pile [ Thu Oct 14, 2021 11:10 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: FYI blade cleaning tip |
Clever. |
Author: | Michaeldc [ Thu Oct 14, 2021 11:12 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: FYI blade cleaning tip |
I've been using Castrol Super clean for years. Apply, wait for 5 minutes, light scrub with fine brass bristle brush, then rinse and dry. Downside: It will quickly erase your fingerprints - Gloves are recommended M |
Author: | ThomLuth [ Thu Oct 14, 2021 11:24 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: FYI blade cleaning tip |
Ernie Kleinman wrote: I tried cleaning my gunked up freud radial arm saw blade with a 50/50 solution of liquid laundry detergent (costco) an water . Let it soak for 1/2hr in a shallow cookie sheet clean with a plastic brush . Works. I read in, I believe, Fine Woodworking, that Easy Off oven cleaner spray does a good job as well. I haven't tried it though. |
Author: | Pegasusguitars [ Thu Oct 14, 2021 12:29 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: FYI blade cleaning tip |
Easy Off and a brass brush is the go to cleaner for many. Works great. Very messy.-Bob |
Author: | Gasawdust [ Thu Oct 14, 2021 2:47 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: FYI blade cleaning tip |
I have used Esay Off for years and it quickly does the trick. Be careful to protect your eyes when brushing…..very caustic. |
Author: | Ernie Kleinman [ Thu Oct 14, 2021 2:53 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: FYI blade cleaning tip |
liquid laundry detergent s safe, cheap, an eco friendly, no fumes. Plastic toothbruhes can be recycled. Cookie sheets / alum pans etc readily available. |
Author: | Chris Pile [ Thu Oct 14, 2021 3:16 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: FYI blade cleaning tip |
Quote: I've been using Castrol Super clean for years. That stuff is like military grade flesh dissolver. My fingers were slimy for days after touching that stuff. Creepy. |
Author: | Tom G [ Thu Oct 14, 2021 6:10 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: FYI blade cleaning tip |
Isn't there a rumour that the oven cleaner or something of that nature can cause corrosion in-between the carbide tips and the sawplate? I haven't had to clean mine yet, but think I will opt for elbow grease solution first. Tom |
Author: | Clay S. [ Thu Oct 14, 2021 6:38 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: FYI blade cleaning tip |
I've used oven cleaner, and it works well - rinse and dry the blade after. I've also used dish detergent and liquid laundry soap and they work as well as the oven cleaner, and are less messy as Ernie said. Dish detergent will also remove the oils from the surface of cocobolo. |
Author: | Darrel Friesen [ Thu Oct 14, 2021 8:24 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: FYI blade cleaning tip |
Dawn Powerwash sprayed on and overnight and rinse. Up there with the best! |
Author: | Woodie G [ Fri Oct 15, 2021 7:50 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: FYI blade cleaning tip |
Simple Green HD Pro or Aviation... as aggressive as oven cleaner, but without the admittedly slight potential for damage to the brazing on carbide blades if done at higher temp/longer duration. Standard Simple Green does pull both aluminum and cobalt out of alloys and binders with prolonged use (days...), but we still used it for cleaning disposable blades such as the small Diablo 1/16" kerf 40 tooth from Freud. |
Author: | Ernie Kleinman [ Fri Oct 15, 2021 8:12 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: FYI blade cleaning tip |
Everyone seems to have a favorite way to clean their blades. Being frugal, I used to use the dollar store oven cleaner. But it stunk up the shop., made a mess. and was a total PITA to clean up. My resaw king bs blade used to get the oven cleaner treatment followed by , another great dollar store item. Coconut cream. in a spray can I use it to lubricate the BS blades All 5 . Another useful item is the spray lubricating fluid sold at the dollar store. It is used to free frozen bearings / an clean them and. lubricate moving parts. It can also be used to lubricate oil sharpening stones. Feel free to chime in |
Author: | banjopicks [ Fri Oct 15, 2021 8:26 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: FYI blade cleaning tip |
Woodie G wrote: Simple Green HD Pro or Aviation... as aggressive as oven cleaner, but without the admittedly slight potential for damage to the brazing on carbide blades if done at higher temp/longer duration. Standard Simple Green does pull both aluminum and cobalt out of alloys and binders with prolonged use (days...), but we still used it for cleaning disposable blades I feel so out of my element when I read your comments. I feel like we have a rocket scientist or at the very least and English teacher or something I can't even think of. Like musicians, it's better to play with better musicians because it forces us to up our game. Half the time, I'm just trying to figure out what you said. You're not the only one, there are a few others here that I admire for there writing skills and extreme knowledge of everything as well. This is my idea of a lengthy post |
Author: | Woodie G [ Fri Oct 15, 2021 12:48 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: FYI blade cleaning tip |
banjopicks wrote: I feel so out of my element when I read your comments. I feel like we have a rocket scientist or at the very least and English teacher or something I can't even think of. Like musicians, it's better to play with better musicians because it forces us to up our game. Half the time, I'm just trying to figure out what you said. You're not the only one, there are a few others here that I admire for there writing skills and extreme knowledge of everything as well. This is my idea of a lengthy post And yet here I sit in an upscale New Orleans watering hole for lunch having just noticed that my socks do not match and I've had someone's streetcar ticket stuck to my... well, my clothing since 9 AM (and I am trying not to think too much about the nature of the adhesive). Complete collapse in personal grooming standards or my sister having some fun at my expense? Thought-provoking. Sweet Baby James tomorrow evening, but time to return to touristic pursuits right now. My thank-you for brightening my day. |
Page 1 of 1 | All times are UTC - 5 hours |
Powered by phpBB® Forum Software © phpBB Group http://www.phpbb.com/ |