Did you know that 80% of blade failure is not due to the saw blade itself? If you notice there is a section of your band saw blade with an area of very dull or missing teeth take a look at the possible causes and resolutions listed below:
Too many teeth are in the cut causing the gullets to overfill
Use a coarser tooth pitch
Too few teeth in the cut
Use a finer tooth pitch
Over penetration of teeth, causing gullets to overfill
Increase blade speed or decrease feed rate
Chips are being carried back into the cut
Adjust or replace the chip brush
Parts aren’t held securely
Use a bundle clamp or tack weld stock ends
Erratic hydraulic system
1. Check for air in the system 2. Check for low oil
Belts slip under a load
1. Check belt tension. 2. Replace belts if necessary.
If you are experiencing other problems with your blade such as: gullet cracks, weld breakage, or chip welding take a look at the "Problems and Solutions" section of our Web Site: www.detroitbandaw.com
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