Power Bandsaws Flashcards
What are the two basic configurations of power bandsaws?
Horizontal and vertical
When using a vertical bandsaw, what secures the piece to be cut if it must be secured?
A vice
The blade is more likely to be deflected if the roller guides are ____________________________
farther than necessary above the workpiece
Should you use your hand to push a piece being cut through a vertical bandsaw?
No, use a push stick.
What is the most common task for a horizontal bandsaw?
Repetitive cutting of stock to a specified length
On a horizontal bandsaw, what is used to keep the blade cool when cutting ferrous material?
A water-based coolant
Water-based lubricants should never be used when cutting what violently flammable metal?
Magnesium
When using a horizontal bandsaw, if the shavings have a blue color, what does it mean?
The blade speed is too high and the blade is getting too hot
If the shavings are tightly curled and black or dark brown, what does that mean?
The blade is descending too fast
What if the shavings are small, thin chips?
The blade is descending too slowly
What will shavings look like when a horizontal bandsaw is being used correctly?
They will not change color and have a spiral shape
True or false: most horizontal bandsaws stop automatically when the cut is complete
True
What is one of the most important factors when selecting a bandsaw blade?
TPI or teeth per inch
What is a common cause of rapid blade wear?
Using a blade that is too fine or using it too fast
