Bandsaw blades are designed to produce perfect cuts time and again, and if used properly, and on a well-maintained machine, you can be assured of a long blade life too. For more articles on how to maintain and get the most out of your bandsaw blades.
Bandsaw blades – particularly high-quality ones – are not cheap to buy, and if you are not getting the full life out of them, you are effectively losing your company money as well as possibly damaging the material that you are trying to cut.
By carrying out these simple but effective pieces of maintenance, you can add years to the machine and maximise your blade life and performance.
Hairline cracks appearing showing signs of stress and over use A dull blade will heat up much more than a blade in good condition, and typically with older and well used blades one problem can quickly lead to several more in a very short space of time.
Follow these five simple tips to ensure you and your bandsaw blade enjoy the longest and most productive relationship possible: