How Do You Use A Bench Top Bandsaw?
• Decide the type and size of the machine you need. Bench-top bandsaws are usually a bit smaller than their larger stand mounted cousins. Here are some things to consider: • Capacity. There are two measurements for your bandsaw’s capacity, one describes the width of cut it is capable of making, the other is the thickness of the material which can be cut with it. A typical bench-top bandsaw will make a cut about 9 or 10 inches in width, and will cut through material about 3 or 4 inches thick. • Cutting speed. Variable speed bandsaws have a little more flexibility than single speed machines, but cost more. For practical purposes, a single speed saw will work for most wood-cutting projects. • Blade length. Although the length of the blade doesn’t effect the cut itself, you will want to select a saw that uses a common size blade available with different teeth types and blade widths. • Table features. This refers to the table of the saw itself. Tables made from heavy, durable materials like
