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band saw blades

  • 17-01-2019 6:03pm
    #1
    pat rowe
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1 ✭


    Hi I have recently bought a draper 250mm 420w wood band saw and after only a very few cuts the blade will not cut straight and seems to be dulled, have adjusted guides as necessary. would anyone know where I could source a suitable high carbon steel blade for same around the Cavan (Virginia) area?
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  • #2
    chillyspoon
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 549 ✭✭✭chillyspoon


    I order my blades through WH Raitt up in Donegal (https://www.whraitt.ie/) - they're a family business, lovely to deal with and solid prices.


  • #3
    recipio
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,804 ✭✭✭recipio


    Make sure the blade is tracking on the centre of the wheels. IF not there should be an adjustment on the back of the top wheel. A new blade is essential - you may have to mail order if the length is non standard. Have a look at www.tuffsaws.co.uk - they have a great range.


  • #4
    pointer28
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,356 ✭✭✭pointer28


    Is the tension high enough on the blade?

    Few videos on YouTube about bandsaw setup I found helpful but you'll never get a cheap one to perform as well as a professional type machine.


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