Guide to Selecting the Most Suitable Metal Cutting Band Saw Machine

Within the General Manufacturing business, it is widely assumed that some form of metal cutting machinery, such as a circular saw, vertical bandsaw, or horizontal bandsaw, will be required at some time. The number of metal cutting band saw machines available on the market today is large, and selecting the right one that matches your needs can be challenging, so we’ve put together this article about band saws to assist you make your decision.  

If you’re cutting huge numbers or stock sizes of metal, cutting speed and accuracy are essential. These two factors alone make it worthwhile to invest in a high-quality bandsaw. It goes without saying that if you operate in a fabrication setting, investing in a reliable industrial cutting saw is critical to your company’s long-term profitability.

Key qualities to look for in a metal cutting band saw machine:

Some of the features you should look for will depend on what you want the machine to do for you, as well as the size and specifications you want.

• Rigid structure – The sort of equipment you pick should be based on solid steel or cast iron structure. Why? The machine’s weight and rigidity determine its cutting accuracy. Weight and size provide vibration dampening properties to the machine, which aids in cut precision.
• Variable Speed – Variable speed alternatives are always preferred over belt-driven 3-4 speed kinds since they provide more versatility when cutting different materials. In addition, your blades will last longer.
• Mitre / Dual Mitre Cutting – This feature differentiates bandsaws from powered hacksaws.  In the fabrication sector, there are occasions when substantial angle cutting is required, therefore having a band saw that can mitre cut is crucial. Having a Dual Mitre option on your band saw makes cutting non-symmetrical materials easier.

Consider these desirable but not essential features: 

• Swivel Head or Swivel Vice – For accurate cuts, a metal cutting band saw machine with a swivel head is preferred over one with a swivel vice.
• Coolant System – It’s usually a good idea to look for a machine with this feature because it helps to extend the life of your blades. However, if you have a smaller machine, it is always a good idea to keep some coolant on hand to spray on the work every now and again.
• Hydraulic Down feed – When this feature is included, the machine’s automated operation maintains a continuous blade pressure, which is far superior to the simple spring systems seen on lesser machines.

Blades and Consumables in the Metal Cutting Band Saw Machine

• Blades –  Making the appropriate option about which band saw machine to buy is vital, but so is your choice of blades, which is commonly ignored. Most stock metal cutting blades will have a typical tooth count (6, 10, 14 tpi). These blades will do the job, however variable pitch teeth blades (6-10tpi / 10-14tpi) are preferable since they allow the blade to cut through practically any material while decreasing heat buildup.
• Roller Tables – When cutting stock material, a roller table offers a sturdy framework to support the weight of the material as it is fed into the machine.

Conclusion

Surya Machine Tools offers a wide range of metal cutting band saw machines for a wide range of applications. Whatever your needs, we have a bandsaw for you. We have professional sales and support experts available to assist on which cutting bandsaw is best for you. If you are looking for some reputable metal cutting band saw machine suppliers, contact us today.