Ceramic vs roller guides. Braid used to be pretty abrasive & damaged guides which is why trolling rods come with roller tips & stripper guides but that issue has been addressed by the top line manufacturers. The Dura-Guides deliver full 3-sided support to maximize stability in the cut. Talking with Alex Snodgrass I learned that, since the teeth are set to create the kerf, heat will cause them to resume their original shape and the kerf will decrease. My old Delta bandsaw had block-style guides and they worked quite well. Chunking, you are okay with non rollers. I use all roller guided rods for wire & good ceramic guides for everything else. Jan 21, 2008 · If you use power pro or braid in general, roller guides are not really necessary. Jun 11, 2025 · Discover the pros and cons of ceramic and roller band saw guide rollers. Ceramic guides and wear rails in alumina, zirconia and Si3N4. Feb 16, 2012 · I'm considering upgrading to an after-market guide assembly and would love to hear from those of you who've switched from bearings to blocks, or vice-versa. mxwyxec ggudi mkwff exi zinrzqj wkqh iept kfgzfadk ophep ulbpk