Horizontal Bandsaw machines are used to primarily cut large pieces of metal. The saws hold the material stationary while the blades move down to make the cut. Horizontal saws are not meant for cutting complex shapes or curves like Vertical saws because they apply gravity only. They can cut various materials including plastic, titanium, graphite wood and of course, metal.
These machines are operated hydraulically by controls on the side of the machine. In the base, there is a reservoir that supplies hydraulic fluid to a cylinder that raises and lowers the support arm as well as controlling the band tension and feed pressure. There are two common configurations of horizontal bandsaws. There is the scissor type and dual column type. The dual column type will raise and lower the head on precision-ground linear guides. The scissor type has a pivot bearing on one side of the head.
Horizontal Bandsaws are made up of the following parts:
What are some benefits of owning a Horizontal Bandsaw? Some benefits include the ease of cutting through tough materials, and the ability to work with large pieces of material. These saws are also a great fit for shops with jobs that require high repeatability. The automatic off capability is a great safety benefit as well.
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