Hi, I've been thinking about scroll saw puzzle making for a while and recently bit the bullet and jumped in. Reckoned that home-made puzzles will make excellent (value!) presents using old calendars etc. It all seemed a bit daunting but finally found this site with very helpful posts and vids - thanks guys
Not sure if machines available here in UK are the same as the states, but i've gone for Scheppach Decoflex variable speed saw, FD puzzle blades (+ unexpected import tax
), 3M spray mount, 6mm birch laser-grade ply and old calendars.
First project underway, all going very well - still have 10 fingers! Will post pics in the puzzle forum shortly. Couple of questions though:
1. What tension should the blade be? How do I know if it is too tight/loose?
2. What speed should I run at? Does it depend on wood type & thickness?
3. If FD blades are made in Germany, how come they are not available in UK or even Europe?

Not sure if machines available here in UK are the same as the states, but i've gone for Scheppach Decoflex variable speed saw, FD puzzle blades (+ unexpected import tax

First project underway, all going very well - still have 10 fingers! Will post pics in the puzzle forum shortly. Couple of questions though:
1. What tension should the blade be? How do I know if it is too tight/loose?
2. What speed should I run at? Does it depend on wood type & thickness?
3. If FD blades are made in Germany, how come they are not available in UK or even Europe?

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