Answer
May 19, 2026 - 06:21 AM
Tangential knives use a motor to actively rotate and orient the blade so it always faces the direction of the cut, allowing for precise corners and complex shapes. Drag knives, on the other hand, rely on the motion of the machine to pull or "drag" the blade along the material, which can make sharp corners less precise. Tangential knives are generally better for thicker or tougher materials, while drag knives are simpler and often used for thinner materials.
