The WEN 10-Inch 2 Speed Band Saw is one of the most powerful units on the market today. Its 3.5-amp motor makes it a serious contender in the band saw category, and with a 9 ¾ inch throat, it’s capable of performing cuts up to six inches deep. With two operation speeds of either 1520 or 2620 FPM, it can […]
Continue readingWhat is a Portable Band Saw? A portable band saw is a power tool used for cutting irregular or curved shapes but it’s also handy for performing straight edge cuts as well. A band saw uses a continuous band of serrated metal to cut various materials with speed, usually with the help of two rotating wheels. Portable band saws do […]
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When it comes to trades such as carpentry and general woodworking, the right tools and machines make all the difference. Chisels, drills, and sanders are all commonly used, but saws may be the most important. There are numerous saws to choose from, each serving a different purpose — circular blade saws and hand saws are just a few […]
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Band saws are a fairly simple machine with a few important parts, so it makes sense that the market for additional band saw accessories is a large one. These versatile machines cut everything from metal to meat, so they need to be varied in how they get the job done. There is a range of band saw accessories designed the […]
Continue readingA common question from those new to the woodworking game is whether to invest in a band saw or a table saw. The band saw vs. table saw debate is a tricky one, however, as it comes down to a range of different factors to decide. The material you’re working with will determine what tool is right […]
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Band saws are one of the most common power tools used today and can be found in the workshop of serious and amateur woodworkers and metalworkers alike. A standard band saw consists of a serrated blade or continuous band of small metal teeth, that forms a continuous loop. The blade is extended over two pulleys, one of […]
Continue readingThe SKIL 3386-01 2.5 Amp 9 Inch Band Saw is the vertical band saw of choice for novice woodworkers. It provides all the necessary equipment to rip lumber and cut complicated shapes into your workpiece. The 1-speed motor can be used on wood or metal based materials, but works best with wood using the 6-TPI blade. To keep your work […]
Continue readingThe POWERTEC BS900 9-Inch Band Saw provides one of the cheaper but sturdier vertical band saws for use in your home or shop. It has a patented blade guard adjustment that allows you to switch blades effortlessly with a quick release blade tension lever. This machine features a blade tracking window so you can ensure you’re performing the correct cuts, and […]
Continue readingThe MILWAUKEE Deep Cut Band Saw is a professional grade portable band saw that provides durability and reliability. This power tool features a variable speed trigger which gives the user a massive power surge of 420 feet per minute. Not compatible with battery operation, this portable band saw relies on a connectable power source to run. Built with […]
Continue readingThe JET HVBS-7MW Horizontal/Vertical Band Saw provides the best of both worlds for all of your cutting needs. It’s the ideal machine for either your home shop or a professional job site with a range of features that make light work of any type of material or cut you need to perform. This high capacity machine can handle 7 […]
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