Saw Index May 2026

False. While carbide resists heat, a dull carbide blade actually has a worse Saw Index than a sharp HSS blade. Sharpness trumps material.

This is a reference value. Free-cutting brass has a high M (e.g., 1.2), while abrasive materials like stainless steel or carbon fiber have a low M (e.g., 0.4). saw index

But what exactly is the Saw Index? How is it calculated? And why should a shop floor manager or a DIY enthusiast care about it? False. While carbide resists heat