Band saws

[snowwolfe]

Been thinking of adding a bandsaw to the work shop for the occasional small project. Anyone own this model:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B016VD8GAA...v_ov_lig_dp_it

[KenT7021]

If you're thinking of cutting metal the rpm is too high.It should fine non metallic cutting.

[KCSO]

Good for light work the wheels will wear over time but if you are patient you can cut rifle stocks with it.

[centershot]

Buy as much throat as you can afford! A band saw can be a really useful addition to the home work shop, but don't "over-project" the saw.

[AZ Pete]

look for a good used 14". You will be happier.


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[Brokenbear]

look for a good used 14". You will be happier.


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+1 ...the 9/10" models(any brand) are all very light duty and not suitable for much more than very thin softwoods ...a 1" thick oak board for example would be a chore ....1" pine maybe patiently ....the 14" like the man says is a whole different kettle of fish ..the 14's and up in good brands generally have much better everything ...(guides,adjustments,table, wheels) ...which all adds up to blade control, blade durability and versatility ...a 14" will saw a pine 2X4 in a heartbeat as an example
Bear

[snowwolfe]

Thanks, changed my mind and decided to purchase a scroll saw instead. But when it is time for a bandsaw it will be the 14 inch model.
Buy once, cry once.

[fast ronnie]

Personally, I wouldn't buy anything less than 16" and preferably 18".

You need to determine whether you will be cutting metal at some point. That means a saw that will run 75 feet per minute for some of the tougher steels, no more than 100' per minute for mild steel.

It doesn't hurt to have a little more saw than you think you need, but a machine that is too small will be an aggravation for the entire time you own it.

[beemer]

I have made a living running a bandsaw, most of the time it was a 36 inch Northfield. Get used to that one and nothing smaller compares. I have used most of the smaller ones and would not be interested in less than a 14" for a home shop, Brokenbear has this covered. My shop saw is an 18".

Reading the above post I see some other guys here have spent time on a saw, good advice. I would be lost without one, seems everything I do I use it.

[Wayne Smith]

I have a lathe, so when I got a a bandsaw I required a riser block. Got the Jet and wish it was bigger!