Straight cuts in your material are crucial to prep for welding. If your parts are crooked, welding can be difficult and you may have to fill the gaps left by uneven edges. Sometimes you may even have to recut your piece or start over, resulting in wasted time and material. Structural cuts with a bandsaw need to be right the first time and to ensure your edges are straight, consider this guide to making better cuts so your welding can be a breeze. Maintenance on your bandsaw is a top priority to ensure there are no issues with the feed or variable-speed system.

Using proper cutting lubrication or coolant helps extend your blade’s life as it helps to minimize the buildup of metal chips when cutting material. The coolant is recirculated to be used continuously during cutting, but be sure to replace water that evaporates from the mixed solution over time.

Breaking in your new blades will hone the teeth and extend the blade’s life. Do this before ramping up to full-speed cutting. The pressure from an extreme feed rate can break teeth during the break-in process, so reduce the feed rate by half during the break-in period.

Setting your sawing parameters correctly will ensure your cuts are straight. Set the correct cut-rate for your material by slowing the blade for tougher materials while increasing the speed for softer ones.

Make sure you secure bundles of materials when sawing. This can be done by strapping the bundle down or tack welding the ends to prevent movement. Teeth can become stripped if pieces move or vibrate during the cut.

Ensuring your cuts are clean and even every time makes welding your pieces easier and making sure you take proper care of your blades is the most important part of maintaining clean cuts. Choosing a blade that can withstand structural cutting is easy with the KAMA bandsaw line. These saws are designed for metalwork and we have the perfect blades for your projects. Visit our website and see the difference a KAMA bandsaw can make.

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