Vertical Band Saw
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A vertical band saw can be one of the most useful and versatile tools you will ever buy. They can used to cut, wood, metal plastic and even meat. You can not only use them to make straight cuts but also, because of the vertical blade, those awkward curved cuts too.
Before you rush out and impulsively buy your vertical band saw, here are a few key features you should take into account.
Table Size
Having a bigger table for a vertical band saw is a real plus point, because it makes it easier to support long and wide materials.
The more rigid the table is, the more it will help improve the bandsaw’s performance. Try pressing down hard on the edge of some tables and you’ll notice that they may wobble or even tilt. Not that this has too much affect when working with small pieces but it certainly does when sawing large, heavy timbers or green wood.
Power
If you going to be mainly sawing large heavy planks or logs, then a lot of power will be your main consideration. Vertical band saw motors normally range between ¾ to 2 horsepower. For cutting wood between 6 and 12 inches go for at least 1.5 hp. More power gives you a better cut and speed but, as you would expect, more power means a higher price.
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Frame and Base
You really do not want your band saw to wobble, wiggle or move when you put a heavy load on it, such as when cutting big heavy stuff. The most stable vertical band saws have a welded-steel column that runs down to the floor.
Accessories
There are two very useful accessories that you should add to your vertical band saw, if it doesn’t come with them already equipped. They are a miter gauge and a rip fence, these two additions will prove very useful when resawing, cross cutting and ripping.
Wilton 8201K 14-Inch
115-Volt 1-Phase, 1-Horsepower
Metal and Wood Cutting Bandsaw
This vertical band saw has been especially designed for cutting wood, ferrous and non-ferrous metals as well as plastic and composites. It has a one-piece, solid steel base and a cast iron frame for durability and extra stability.
When resawing a 3/4 inch blade does an excellent job with little or no vibration, whilst an 1/8 inch blade on your vertical band saw allows you to cut tight radius curves very easily.
JET 708115K JWBS-14CS
115/230-Volt 1 Phase, 1 horsepower
Woodworking Bandsaw with Graphite Guide Blocks
This vertical band saw has a very simple, straightforward design with powerful features. The JET 708115K is designed to be used by serious hobbyists, craftspeople and also for occasional home use. It is a very handy machine to have and includes a fully enclosed stand with a dust chute. It will take a very short time to set up and will give you years of reliable, heavy duty use.
