Woodcraft currently is selling the Jet 14″ for $500. Before I blow more money than I want to I started looking at the harbor freight 14″ bandsaw. 02-09-2007, 5:12 PM #5 Have been reading online reviews of the hf bandsaw for years. You will likely want to upgrade your BS at some point in the future and will get little, if any, resale out of an HF. 02-09-2007, 6:41 PM #8 I owned a HF band saw for several years I did the best I could with it.
Carter blade release, Carter small blade guide, Carter roller guide. “Granted mine has a lot of add ons, but none of them actually make the difference other than the very cheap cool blocks, and the better grade set screws. Unless I am do tight turns with a 1/8” or smaller blade I use the Carter small blade guide, but on the last 4 Delta, or Jets I owned I did the same. You can buy a crappy copy of a Delta saw and face replacing parts at Delta prices, or, buy a used Delta/Powermatic/etc saw and add the accessories you wish to have.
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Where is Wen made?
In case you are wondering where WEN tools are made, they are made in China, although most agree that they are some of the better tools to come out of Chinese factories.
Are Wen saws any good?
Very happy with this saw. I’ve only used it a handful of times, but it makes fast clean cuts that appear to be square. The 45 degree miter angle sells to be accurate, as all my cuts have lined up perfectly.
How do you pick a bandsaw?
The two main things to consider when choosing a band saw are the depth of cut and the throat. The saw’s depth of cut is the distance from the table to the upper blade guides. Many band saws are marketed on this feature alone, which tells the prospective buyer how thick of stock can be cut using the band saw.
Where are Delta bands made?
Chang Type is moving Delta’s production tooling from a Stanley Black & Decker owned facility in Jackson, Tennessee to a facility in Anderson County, South Carolina. Most recently, Delta has purchased an improved facility in Spartanburg, SC and has moved all operations to this location.
What materials can a bandsaw cut?
Most bandsaws have two wheels rotating in the same plane, one of which is powered. The blade itself can come in a variety of sizes and tooth pitch (teeth per inch, or TPI) which enables the machine to be highly versatile and able to cut a wide variety of materials including wood, metal and plastic.
Are Delta band saws good?
The Delta 28-400 is a very well built band saw fit for any woodshop. Being a 14″ model it’s really a great option for small and medium size shops where shop space is tight. This model is a perfect fit for my tight shop. When you consider that this band saw is priced around $650 it’s a great value and a great buy.
How thick can a band saw cut?
Band saws are the undisputed champ when it comes to cutting curves and slicing through thick material. Many small band saws can slice though lumber a full four inches thick, and bigger saws handle six-inch cuts.
How thick of wood can a 9 band saw cut?
There are several $99, 9 inch band saws on the market in my area (Ryobi, Skill). The are able to cut a thickness of 2 ½ inches.
What does 14 mean on a bandsaw?
Rob Johnstone: Band saw sizes are derived from the diameter of the wheels in the saw. So a 14-inch band saw will have wheels that are 14-inches in diameter. There is another measure that indicates how wide a board you can resaw.
Where is Ryobi tools made?
Both Black and Decker and Ryobi produce their tools primarily in China, and they are very competitive in price. The general consensus is that Ryobi will give you higher quality tools with much better warranties, and a better overall product selection, too.
Where is Dewalt made?
DEWALT was founded in America and is still based in America. Each of our 7 US manufacturing facilities produces some of our most popular tools, including grinders, drills, impact drivers, and reciprocating saws.
Where are Porter Cable tools made?
Porter-Cable is headquartered in Jackson, Tennessee. Manufacturing in the United States has mostly ceased; tools are now made primarily in Mexico and China.
Is WEN tools going out of business?
No, Wen was an American company that went out of business. The name was purchased by a Chinese company that sells generic tools (with no relation to the original Wen).
Who owns WEN?
Wen Hair Care was founded by celebrity hairstylist Chaz Dean. The company is most well known for producing cleansing conditioners marketed towards no-poo hair treatment methods, similar to the Curly Girl Method. Wen products are sold by Dean and Guthy-Renker.
Where are jet tools made?
Headquartered in La Vergne, Tennessee, JPW Industries, Inc. manufactures and markets a wide range of machinery and equipment under the JET, Powermatic, Wilton, Edwards and Promac brands. In addition to its La Vergne headquarters, the company has operations in Switzerland, Germany, Russia, France, Taiwan, and China.