woodworks Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 I am looking for a good 8" Dado Blade Set that won't break the bank. Also I'm not sure of what type to purchase, stacked dado blades or adjustable, any suggestions? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulMarcel Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 If you get an adjustable dado like Dial-A-Dado, make sure it will work on your saw's arbor; the dial takes up space and can limit the width of the set. I know I've seen charts for that particular dado stack that show the maximum width for each saw. I have an Infinity Dadonator and really like it. I think once you get to that price range, they have similar quality (like Forrest's offering, etc.). Depending on the power of your saw, you might want to consider chippers with fewer teeth. Each tooth adds another arm on the chipper blade adding weight. A smaller saw won't like the added weight and load of the cut. That's actually why 6" are popular, too and there are 6" Dadonators. There'll be lots of opinions to consider! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PMR Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 I went with this one based on another wood workers recommendation, it's the only one I have used but I am very happy with the performance, used it for a couple of small projects and five wall cabinets. It cuts flat bottoms, comes with 4 tooth chippers and a good storage case included. Currently $90.00 Pat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick LoDico Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 I am looking for a good 8" Dado Blade Set that won't break the bank. Also I'm not sure of what type to purchase, stacked dado blades or adjustable, any suggestions? I have the 8" Forrest Dado King. In ten years I've needed the full height just one time. If I ever need another one it will be a 6" and I'd probably consider the Ridge Carbide. The company was started by former Forrest employees and their quality is comparable. http://ridgecarbidetool.com/saws-and-dados/dado-masters.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeanJackson Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 I like the Oshlun set I have; works just fine. I am looking for a good 8" Dado Blade Set that won't break the bank. Also I'm not sure of what type to purchase, stacked dado blades or adjustable, any suggestions? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeteJr Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 8" Forrest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knotscott Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 The best I've used to date is the Infinity Dadonator, but I haven't tried them all. It makes cleaner cuts than my previous Freud SD208, DeWalt/Delta 7670, and Systimatic Superfine, which were all very good sets. Hard to imagine any set outperforming the Infinity. The DW7670 is a great bang for the buck at ~ $100. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulMarcel Posted August 21, 2010 Report Share Posted August 21, 2010 I actually chose the Infinity Dadonator because of Knottscott's recommendation way back on Forum 1.0. If I'm wondering about a blade, I'll look at reviews on Amazon and he's usually there Worth the read. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben H Posted August 21, 2010 Report Share Posted August 21, 2010 I have the 8" Forrest Dado King. In ten years I've needed the full height just one time. If I ever need another one it will be a 6" and I'd probably consider the Ridge Carbide. The company was started by former Forrest employees and their quality is comparable. http://ridgecarbidetool.com/saws-and-dados/dado-masters.html I'm with Rick. I've had my 8" Freud set for a good 8-10 years, and I have never used it full height. 6" blades will be easier on the saw, and less $$$. The next set I buy will be a high end 6". It seems to me, most dado cuts are normally 1/2 or less. Unless you've got some $$$ burning a hole in your pocket, you'll likely never or very seldom use the 8 beyond what a 6 could do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cosmocyb Posted August 21, 2010 Report Share Posted August 21, 2010 Only have ever had a 6" Amana set. Never saw the need to go to an 8" set. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodworks Posted August 22, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 22, 2010 Has anyone had any experience with a Freud SD206 6-Inch Professional Dado? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rutabagared Posted August 22, 2010 Report Share Posted August 22, 2010 Has anyone had any experience with a Freud SD206 6-Inch Professional Dado? Jeff, I do. I purchased it a while ago when I had a contractor's saw. It's served me well. Joe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmykx250 Posted August 22, 2010 Report Share Posted August 22, 2010 Check e-bay. You can save some money there- especially on a high end set. People who buy high end stuff tend to take care of it. I bought a nice 6" cmt set for a steel. It's worth your time to shop. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knotscott Posted August 22, 2010 Report Share Posted August 22, 2010 Has anyone had any experience with a Freud SD206 6-Inch Professional Dado? The SD206 is a 6" version of the popular SD208/DD208. It's good....possibly "good nuff", but has half as many teeth as the better sets, and didn't cut quite as cleanly as my DW7670, Systimatic, or Infinity sets. It also has the anti-kickback fingers, which add a fair amount of mass, which partially offsets the benefits of using a smaller set. The 8" 7670 isn't much more money ($90 plus $13 s/h from Grizzly), and has twice as many teeth....it's also made with the bulk of it's mass near the arbor (like the Forrest Dado King), which makes it fairly easy to spin. Diameter isn't the only factor...sets like the Oshlun and Systimatic not only have 6 teeth per chipper (which can help with a clean cut), but also have nearly full diameter solid body chippers that are heavy...whereas some sets have the teeth mounted to tapered fingers. I've rarely needed more depth than a 6" dado sets provides, but because there are more 8" sets to choose from, the 8" sets tend to increase your odds of finding a great deal, so I wouldn't rule them out. FWIW, all of my saws, including a small Delta 36-600 compact saw have spun 8" dado sets without issue...my 36-600 spun a heavy SD208 pretty well. Oshlun & DW7670: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeteJr Posted September 14, 2010 Report Share Posted September 14, 2010 I have both and I prefer the stacked. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nlwoodworker Posted September 14, 2010 Report Share Posted September 14, 2010 I have had the 8" Freud Pro Dado Set for over a year now and have had great success with it. Cost me about $95 CDN. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacob Mac Posted September 14, 2010 Report Share Posted September 14, 2010 I have the Ridge Carbide and it is great. Presently, I am in between table saws, so it is not seeing any use, but the set is as good as anything I have ever used. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JerrySats Posted September 15, 2010 Report Share Posted September 15, 2010 I'm with Rick. I've had my 8" Freud set for a good 8-10 years, and I have never used it full height. 6" blades will be easier on the saw, and less $$$. The next set I buy will be a high end 6". It seems to me, most dado cuts are normally 1/2 or less. Unless you've got some $$$ burning a hole in your pocket, you'll likely never or very seldom use the 8 beyond what a 6 could do. I have the 6" Freud Stack dado set , picked it up used (BN) for $50 . Check some of the other woodworking forums classifies , I see 6" and 8" sets a lot . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reepss Posted October 5, 2010 Report Share Posted October 5, 2010 In my opinion, the advantage of an 8" over the 6" is the rotational speed of the blade. I have had a 6" set and have found that I had to significantly slow my feed rates due to the slower rotational speed. Just my 2 cents. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rgraham888 Posted October 5, 2010 Report Share Posted October 5, 2010 I like the Oshlun set I have; works just fine. And the Oshlun set is on sale at Rockler for $60 this month. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beechwood Chip Posted October 5, 2010 Report Share Posted October 5, 2010 And the Oshlun set is on sale at Rockler for $60 this month. $64.97 + Eligible for free shipping with Amazon Prime, which might be cheaper than $60 + $10 shipping from Rockler. Plus Marc gets a cut from Amazon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rgraham888 Posted October 5, 2010 Report Share Posted October 5, 2010 $64.97 + Eligible for free shipping with Amazon Prime, which might be cheaper than $60 + $10 shipping from Rockler. Plus Marc gets a cut from Amazon. Good find - Sounds like the Rockler sale's not so special. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beechwood Chip Posted October 5, 2010 Report Share Posted October 5, 2010 Good find - Sounds like the Rockler sale's not so special. Thanks for the tip. I think it's a good price. I only looked at Amazon because I was curious to see what the non-sale price was, and it turned out to be on sale at Amazon, too (as a non-advertised price). Just a few days ago it was over $90 at Rockler. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eaneal Posted October 5, 2010 Report Share Posted October 5, 2010 I also have the Oshlun and am very happy with it. The only negative is the cardboard case. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simocco Posted October 21, 2010 Report Share Posted October 21, 2010 At least you can use a stacked cutter set! i believe that they are illegal in the UK or there are safety concerns with them! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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