Bandmill Saws - Gullet Fill Percentage

gf% = (doc × tb) ÷ (ga ÷ sef) × 100

gf% = gullet fill %
doc = depth of cut
tb = tooth bite
ga = gullet area (sq. inches)
sef = sawdust expansion factor

Sawdust Expansion Factor

• 1.8 to 2.0 for slow growing species (ie. Northern Spruce)
  
• 2.5 for fast growing species (ie. Southern Yellow Pine)