First Bandsaw.......

[Carlo83]

Hello There,
Should need an advice from the members, consider that i never used any tools like this. I would something to size my blocks (max large 2 inches) for example i buy a 30 inches long block and split in 6 pieces of 5 and something to cut a block in a pattern, and maybe split a block in diagonal (from corner to another corner ).

Seems that the tool that i should buy is a Bandsaw, if Im right can i know some suggestion?

I saw this model and seems that could works for me Einhell 4308018 TC-SB 200/1

Thanks,
CArlo

[pallin]

I don't know where you are, Carlo, but Einhell is in southern Germany. The tools are marketed by Amazon, along with other dealers, but shipping has to be a factor in the cost. The company online site seems to be mostly automotive and industrial tools.

[pallin]

The details say this bandsaw requires 240 v electrical, runs at 4500 rpm, and has a 200 mm blade length. There is no info on wheel size or throat height which would be the critical points for a bandsaw.

The wheel diameter defines the maximum width and is typically in the description. My guess it has a 10 inch wheel size.

[Morrow7x]

I'm perfectly happy with my little Ryobi from Home Depot. I use it for cutting basswood 2x2 and 1 1/2x1 1/2 into 4-6" lengths, and for roughing out my small figures. Small enough to use on a workbench.

For the diagonal ripping I use this Harbor Freight drill press jig. The saw is JUST big enough to rip a diagonal 2x2. I clamp (not shown, just took a quick pic for the post) the jig and feed the wood, one side, then flip and feed the other if it's already cut to length. Easier to rip 6" on the end of a larger piece, back out, and then cut the halves afterward. Less chance of any kick. No, not what it's for, use at your own risk, etc, etc... I seem to find all sorts of uses for that little widget, some of the best few bucks I ever spent.

Self-Centering Drill Press Jig (harborfreight.com)

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RYOBI 2.5 Amp 9 in. Band Saw BS904G - The Home Depot

[Carlo83]

I don't know where you are, Carlo, but Einhell is in southern Germany. The tools are marketed by Amazon, along with other dealers, but shipping has to be a factor in the cost. The company online site seems to be mostly automotive and industrial tools.

Hi Pallin thanks to answer me back, I'm in UK and this model is easly/freshipping available for me at 170 pounds.

[Carlo83]

I'm perfectly happy with my little Ryobi from Home Depot. I use it for cutting basswood 2x2 and 1 1/2x1 1/2 into 4-6" lengths, and for roughing out my small figures. Small enough to use on a workbench.

For the diagonal ripping I use this Harbor Freight drill press jig. The saw is JUST big enough to rip a diagonal 2x2. I clamp (not shown, just took a quick pic for the post) the jig and feed the wood, one side, then flip and feed the other if it's already cut to length. Easier to rip 6" on the end of a larger piece, back out, and then cut the halves afterward. Less chance of any kick. No, not what it's for, use at your own risk, etc, etc... I seem to find all sorts of uses for that little widget, some of the best few bucks I ever spent.

Self-Centering Drill Press Jig (harborfreight.com)

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RYOBI 2.5 Amp 9 in. Band Saw BS904G - The Home Depot

HI Morrow,
Yes some people adviced this to me from their proper experience, and you confirm my feeling, this is exaclty what i need, just resize (straight )wood bar, split in diagonal as your photo, and if is possible learn to cut a pattern (never done before).

Unfortunately i dont find this model in uk

[Morrow7x]

UK... I did not know that...

I see the B & Q stores list several models. I like that they all have rip fences, I wish mine did. Although for me a straight line isn't super important since I whittle it away anyhow, but it might save dragging out the table saw now and then. ;-)

[Claude]

The bandsaw you linked to will not cut a 2 inch (50.8mm) block diagonally by tilting the table; maximum cutting height for the tilted table is 45mm. However, a homemade jig, similar to the one mentioned by Morrow, but made of wood would allow you to cut the 2 inch stock diagonally. If you have a table saw, or have a friend who has one, get a 600mm long piece of timber (50 x 100mm, approximately) and have a V shaped cut in it as shown. Then use the bandsaw to cut along the bottom of the V, halfway along the timber (dark line is the cut). You place a 125mm piece of wood in the V, and cut into two diagonal pieces on the bandsaw.

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Someone posted on these forums how to make this without a table saw, but I can't remember his name. If he contacts me, I'll edit this and give him credit for the ingenious idea.

Take two pieces of timber 50 x 50mm x 600mm long. Tilt the bandsaw table 45°. Cut a corner off each of the pieces of timber that measures 37mm x 37mm, then glue the two pieces together to make the shape shown above. Cut half way along the center of the V, and proceed from there.

Claude

[Carlo83]

Thank everyone for all the given comments guys