Which dado set?

[triker]

Which is the best bang for the buck for a stacked ,carbide dado set for under $100? I searched the forum here and didn't find anything on this. I did search web and are so many choices that I need some help from some experts here. Also, 6in. or 8in? How deep will 6in. cut? I am running a Ridgid TS3660 saw. BTW a very fine saw for the price compared to my OLD craftsman. Kind of looking at Freud SD208 set that HD evidently sells for around $94. Good reviews on Amazon. Any suggestions on blade sets? Thanks triker

[harrison2119]

The freud is a good set but unless you are going to make very deep cuts the 6 is fine and is a little easier on the saw.

[hewood]

The Freud SD208 (http://www.epinions.com/review/Stack_Dado_Saw_Blade_Set/content_409966644868) is a decent entry level set, but after switching from the SD208 to the DeWalt DW7670 (http://www.epinions.com/review/Dewalt_DW7670_8_Inch_Stacked_Dado/content_314538299012) with twice as many teeth, I can honestly say that the DW leaves a smoother cut and is easier to spin. It also has a nicer carrying case and better shim stock. It's on sale from Grizzly for $90 (http://www.grizzly.com/products/h7200) plus s/h.

[cpw]

The Freud SD208 (http://www.epinions.com/review/Stack_Dado_Saw_Blade_Set/content_409966644868) is a decent entry level set, but after switching from the SD208 to the DeWalt DW7670 (http://www.epinions.com/review/Dewalt_DW7670_8_Inch_Stacked_Dado/content_314538299012) with twice as many teeth, I can honestly say that the DW leaves a smoother cut and is easier to spin. It also has a nicer carrying case and better shim stock. It's on sale from Grizzly for $90 (http://www.grizzly.com/products/h7200) plus s/h.

I don't have that set, but saw that it comes with a 3/32" chipper, which is big a plus in my book. I wish the SD206 had one of those, it would make it easier to do the setup for plywood without screwing around with shims.

[triker]

Thanks for the info guys. I just now ordered the Dewalt DW7670 that hewood mentioned to be on sale for 89.95. They regular 149.95 at Grizzly. They look like a pretty good set for the price. triker

[Newman]

I have the Freud SD608. No shims needed!

[hewood]

Thanks for the info guys. I just now ordered the Dewalt DW7670 that hewood mentioned to be on sale for 89.95. They regular 149.95 at Grizzly. They look like a pretty good set for the price. triker

I was pretty impressed with this set triker....I still miss the case and the shims. I went from that to a 42T/6T Systimatic that sells for $300, and then to the $200 Infinity Dadonator, which are both top of the line sets....the Dadonator is a amazing but the DW set doesn't give up much to them. Enjoy...

[triker]

Thanks hewood, it's supposed to be delivered by UPS on dec 1. Will have to set up my ZCI for it, then be ready to go. Had a steel set, but ZCI instructions said "not recommended for steel" so figured better just get a carbide set and give other to son who has my old saw. triker

[Stryker223]

I bought an eight inch dado set from Rockler for $89.99 that was made by Oshlun. The chipper blades are full size with 6 teeth instead of just having two teeth like most other dado sets I've used or seen. It cuts super clean and accurate!! Here's a picture of the set.
Michael

http://images.rockler.com/rockler/images/21975-02-500.jpg

[dschill]

looks good
http://photosnag.com/img/3045/y09w0131xdtc/82(2).gif

[Altima 3.5]

I just ordered the Oshlun 6". (will never use the 8") Was very pleased with the reviews.
Best price/service was at:

https://www.holbren.com/product.php?productid=3744&cat=673&page=1
for the 8"
and
https://www.holbren.com/product.php?productid=3743&cat=673&page=1
for the 6"

Then there is always Amazon too!

[hewood]

I just ordered the Oshlun 6". (will never use the 8") Was very pleased with the reviews.
Best price/service was at:

https://www.holbren.com/product.php?productid=3744&cat=673&page=1
for the 8"
and
https://www.holbren.com/product.php?productid=3743&cat=673&page=1
for the 6"

Then there is always Amazon too!

My dealings with Holbren have been excellent, and I read frequent comments that others get treated the same way. Holbren offers a 10% discount to members of a few prominent websites....code "SMC10", "woodnet10", or "BT310".

[Altima 3.5]

That's correct! I belong/contribute to SMC and they do offer a discount to SMC users.

[rcp612]

Also, 6in. or 8in? How deep will 6in. cut?

I have the SD206 Freud and am totally happy with it.
Personally I can't imagine worrying about how deep a cut can be made unless you have something in mind other than dados. :confused:

[mike gager]

ive got the dd208 (home depots version of the sd208) and it seems nice but i havent gotten a chance to try it out yet :o

[Tom5151]

I bought an eight inch dado set from Rockler for $89.99 that was made by Oshlun. The chipper blades are full size with 6 teeth instead of just having two teeth like most other dado sets I've used or seen. It cuts super clean and accurate!! Here's a picture of the set.
Michael

http://images.rockler.com/rockler/images/21975-02-500.jpg

I have this set as well.....love it......cuts tenons very nicely