02-19-2013, 9:47 PM #3 For your blades, oven cleaner. If I’m cutting alot I do like Steve except I use CMT blade and bit, oven cleaner will pit your blade and is very bad for the new micro grain carbide if your using carbide blades. Herodotus,450 B.C. 02-20-2013, 7:42 PM #7 A man at the bandsaw mill said he uses “Pine Sol” cleaner for his blades and I tried it and it works great. After cleaning add a little “Pam” kitchen pan spray to a cloth and wipe down your blade. I have used that to clean table saw blades, router bits and bandsaw blades in my high school wood shop. It is always important to do regular cleaning on saw blades. Went to put on my “Bowl blank blade” and discovered that the inside surface had a nasty buildup of sap and dust which had the consistency of 120-grit sandpaper.
I’ve been ripping big-box pine 4X4’s and the tires and the blade have a build-up of pitch/sawdust. The pitch/sawdust buildup flaked off the tires easily with an old and worn screwdriver blade. It cleans stainless steel coffee mugs to original brightness without damaging the chromium oxide layer, it cleans pitch off of circular saw blades.
Bandsaw blades can make it difficult for you to cut edges nicely, extend contact and create more significant levels of warmth. Burn stove cleaners are prescribed in some cases as the most ideal way to clean the band saw blades. Some can endure under a half year, and some can last years! Probably the main factors to consider are the thing you are cutting, the state of the machine and edge, how long you are utilizing the edge, and even how you are taking care of the wood through your saw too.
There are so many cleaners that work well, oven cleaner is the last thing I reach for because it’s more caustic, messier, and no more effective than 409, LA’s Totally Awesome, Simple Green, Goo Gone, Fantastic, Greased Lightning, etc. Clean your blades often and they’ll work better for longer, and are actually easier to clean if you don’t let it build up alot.
how to clean pitch off bandsaw blades Related Question:
Should you oil a bandsaw blade?
Using an incorrect lubricant in your application has the potential to harm your blade, damage the material being cut and clog the machinery. Band saw blade lubricant is important, too, to getting smooth cuts. A reduction in friction means reduced vibration, smoother operation of the blade and a more consistent cut.
Can you use mineral spirits to clean saw blades?
Place the blade into the bottom of the bucket and pour enough mineral spirits to cover the blade. After 5 minutes or so you should be able to gently brush the resin away with a rag.
Can you lubricate a saw blade?
Luckily you don’t need much, just moisten your thumb and index finger on your tongue and run the blade up and down between them. If you need some lubricate for your saw blade but do not have any on hand, this is definitely your best bet. It doesn’t cost anything. Spit won’t cause premature blunting of your saw blades.
What oil do you use for a bandsaw?
BAND SAW KLEENKOOL is a premium quality oil specially formulated for the unique problems associated with high speed band saws. BAND SAW KLEENKOOL is engineered to lubricate, cool, and clean residue from band saw blades.
Why is it important to use lubricant when using the blade?
The lubrication system acts as a blade wash, removing the hairs. For many products lubricating the blade also greatly assists the cutting action and eases the passage of the blade through the extrusion. This will reduce blade wear & lessen the cutting power needed to cut the product.
Why does my bandsaw stall?
Using a dull blade or the incorrect type of blade can cause the band saw to cut through work pieces slowly. The blade will also move slowly through the work piece if the blade is installed incorrectly. A weak drive motor can also cause the band saw to cut slowly.
Where do you lubricate a bandsaw?
For best result the blade has to be lubricated in three position. Both sides of the blade are lubricated with a standard nozzle. This requires 2 outlets from the VIP4 tool feeding 2 off 3132583 type nozzle ( see Vip4 tool brochure ). Then the third area that needs to be lubricated are the teeth of the bandsaw blade.
Can you crown urethane bandsaw tires?
It is possible to put a crown on a urethane tire. You just have to be careful, since there’s less room for error, due to the urethane tire being thin. The extra thickness of a rubber tire makes the crowning operation easier. I have a Walker-Turner 16″ bandsaw that I put urethane tires on and crowned.
How do you clean a wooden saw blade?
A Quick Cleaning Mix one part of Simple Green with two to three parts water in a shallow container. Remove the saw blade from your circular saw, being careful of the sharp teeth. Place the blade into the cleaning solution and let it soak for a few minutes.
Can you use acetone to clean saw blades?
Acetone – Does a good job removing pitch (and paint). Potential fume issues and not clear what effect a long soaking would have on non-stick coatings. Baking soda – Mix with water and let the blade soak for awhile (one person leaves his blades in solution for 8 hours).
What is white lithium grease spray used for?
White lithium grease is used to keep components moving smoothly, free of friction and seizing. You can also apply it preventatively to protect against rust and corrosion. White lithium grease can be used to: Lubricate car door hinges.
What to use to lubricate piercing?
Lubricant. Any kind of safe lubricant will help the taper slide through the piercing more easily. Plenty of jewelry shops sell commercial-grade lubricant, but you can also use plant-based lubricants, like coconut oil or jojoba oil.
Can carbide tipped saw blades be sharpened?
A good quality carbide blade can be sharpened 3-4 times before some or all the teeth need to be replaced and sharpening is a fraction of the cost of purchasing a new blade. As long as your blade is not warped or severely damaged, the correct answer is yes, the blade should be sharpened.