TO INFORM YOU PRODUCT SUPPORT BULLETIN # 516 TO: AUTHORIZED portable electric tool SERVICE STATIONS factory SERVICE / SALES SUPPORT BRANCH DATE: August, 2010 TOOL(S) PRODUCT(S) AFFECTED: 2629-20 M18™ Cordless Band Saw, 6242-6 Compact Corded Band Saw SUBJECT: band saw blade not tracking / ‘blade-coming-off’ Placing a small piece of “0.010” BRASS or BLUE STEEL SHIM STOCK to the rear of the Front Pulley Axle, as pictured, will help change the front pulley axle’s chamber; improving a band saw blades’ tracking and doing-away-with a ‘blade-coming-off’ of either the 2629-20 M18™ Cordless Band Saw or 6242-6 Compact Corded Band Saw. SHIM STOCK 0.004″ to 0.010″ REAR remove the front pulley cover assembly fully unscrew the front pulley axle using a 5/8″ open end wrench re- Loctite® the front pulley axle threads using Blue 242 Loctite® or equivalent thread the front pulley axle back into the blade tension bar assembly just prior to seating the front pulley axle install a 0.004″ to 0.010″ piece of SHIM STOCK , holding it in place with ‘needle-nose’ pliers and snug the axle down ‘rigorously hand’ tight This bulletin is for informational purposes. No. 14-46-0715 SHIM SERVICE KIT for Compact Band Saws The 0.010″ steel shim stock is to be positioned to the rear of the Front Pulley Axle and secured between the Front Pulley Axle and the surface of the Blade Tensioning Bar Assembly.
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How much tension should a bandsaw blade be?
For carbon steel toothed blades (cutting blades) this is typically 15,000 to 25,000 PSI. Slitting type blades typically are tensioned in the range of 12,000 to 20,000 PSI. In general bandsaw blades are never tensioned past 35,000 psi.
Why does my bandsaw blade keeps coming off?
Blade Tension Is Too Loose The most common reason why the blade is slipping off is that there isn’t enough tension to keep it on. Blades can slowly become loose after years of wear and tear, and eventually, you’ll need to tighten or replace them.
Why does my bandsaw blade wobble?
The blade on a saw left idle for long periods of time can leave an impression in the rubber tire which might cause erratic tracking. Purchase and install aftermarket replacement tires. (Search for “bandsaw tire” at woodcraft.com.) If you still see a back-and-forth motion, the culprit is probably the wheel itself.
Why is my bandsaw blade twisting?
The difference between the steak and the bandsaw is where the steak knife is short and thick, the bandsaw blade is generally long and skinny. This becomes a problem because it is possible to push hard enough on the blade to cause it to twist left or right.
Why won’t my bandsaw cut straight?
Band Saw: Why won’t my band saw cut straight? When the band saw cuts crooked, a dull blade, improper feeding, loose blade tension or not using a work piece guide could be the cause. Use the rip fence or miter gauge to guide the work piece uniformly through the cutting blade to make straight cuts.
Which way should the teeth face on a bandsaw?
The teeth on the bandsaw blade should face down so that the cutting action is from the top of the material to the bottom.
How do you maintain a bandsaw blade?
You can help keep your bandsaw in the best condition by following a daily cleaning and lubricating routine, including lightly oiling the bearings where possible, and using an airline to blow away any swarf that has built up in the blade and mechanism.