bandsaw

Is the 9" Delta band saw any good for cutting out blanks up to 4"? I see it
at lowes for $87.00

If they're green, probably not. If dry and not too intricate, where great
accuracy is required, might do.

Minimum I'd suggest would be the JET or Delta 12".

"Jim" wrote in message
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Is the 9" Delta band saw any good for cutting out blanks up to 4"? I see
it
at lowes for $87.00

"Jim" wrote in message
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Is the 9" Delta band saw any good for cutting out blanks up to 4"? I see
it
at lowes for $87.00


I made the mistake of purchasing the 9" Ryobi band saw because it fit
perfectly on top of my workbench, end of happy story. It won't cut a
straight line because there are no guide wheels to hold the blade still like
on a "real" band saw and the blades (seem to be) half as thick as a "real"
bandsaw blade. Now, if you're purpose for purchasing the 9" bandsaw is to
make kindling wood for the fireplace, you may be satisfied.

"Jim" wrote in message news:jIHHc.44132$Lh.4378@okepread01...
Is the 9" Delta band saw any good for cutting out blanks up to 4"? I see it
at lowes for $87.00

Hey Jim, that saw will theoretically cut up to 3 3/4 in" thick stock,
however the motor is woefully underpowered to do anything like that.
It has a 1/3 hp motor, which will probably be fine for 1-2" stock of
soft wood or softer hardwood (like basswood). If cost is a huge factor
for you, get into a wood working club in your area, most people with
significant size shops have one and unless they are furniture makers
or carvers they use it for a coat rack, so you may be able to pick up
a good 2nd hand saw for $200-$300. for 4 inch stock atleast 3/4 hp,
the bigger the better with bandsaw horse power though. Also "real"
size bandsaws have a good variety of specialty accesories that you
won't be able to use on a benchtop model. If size is your only
criteria look into the Inca benchtop model new or used, it's a gem,
but is expensive. 3/4 hp with real blade guides and cast aluminum
frame a decent size cast table. it's what I use. the only problem with
it is expense of imported parts (tires,blades,guides etc) hope I was
a help
-Frank

I purchased a Delta 14" bandsaw instead after advice,

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"Jim" wrote in message
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Is the 9" Delta band saw any good for cutting out blanks up to 4"? I see
it
at lowes for $87.00

Hey Jim, that saw will theoretically cut up to 3 3/4 in" thick stock,
however the motor is woefully underpowered to do anything like that.
It has a 1/3 hp motor, which will probably be fine for 1-2" stock of
soft wood or softer hardwood (like basswood). If cost is a huge factor
for you, get into a wood working club in your area, most people with
significant size shops have one and unless they are furniture makers
or carvers they use it for a coat rack, so you may be able to pick up
a good 2nd hand saw for $200-$300. for 4 inch stock atleast 3/4 hp,
the bigger the better with bandsaw horse power though. Also "real"
size bandsaws have a good variety of specialty accesories that you
won't be able to use on a benchtop model. If size is your only
criteria look into the Inca benchtop model new or used, it's a gem,
but is expensive. 3/4 hp with real blade guides and cast aluminum
frame a decent size cast table. it's what I use. the only problem with
it is expense of imported parts (tires,blades,guides etc) hope I was
a help
-Frank

Jim - You'll be happier with it - George