Bandsaws are one of the most powerful tools in trade professions being capable of cutting materials from wood to synthetics. Almost every metal and woodworking shop across the world has a bandsaw and it’s not a question as to why. They are heavy-duty, efficient, and save tons of time. Like other machinery, maintenance is required for your bandsaw. One of the best ways to keep the quality of your bandsaw up and enhance its life is by using a bandsaw coolant. Let’s talk about the right types of coolant.

First of all, should you use lubricant or coolant? What’s the difference? A lot of the time bandsaw lubricant is confused for coolant but these are two very different fluids. Coolant helps to protect the cutting blade from excess amounts of heat during long projects and lubricant allows the machine to provide a smooth cut. Lubricant and coolant are not interchangeable, and each is formulated for its own specific task.

Choosing the right coolant can be a bit of a chore as the coolant market is relatively large. Different coolants have different jobs, though. For instance, coolants used in heavy machinery like industrial equipment vary from coolants used for bandsaws. The most crucial part of choosing your coolant is that you ensure the coolant is specifically designed for bandsaws. Cutting could be more challenging and you could harm your blades if you do not choose the correct coolant. Keep in mind when looking for coolant to use a fluid recommended for your operation, use the correct concentration of cutting fluid for the job, and ensure the coolant is applied at the correct pressure. Regular water-based coolants are the most versatile bandsaw option because they are able to work with the majority of materials like aluminum and steel. Evaporative coolant is great when faster band speeds are required for the application.

Make sure using the correct bandsaw coolant is a top priority when performing regular maintenance on your bandsaw. You’ll thank yourself for the convenience of not blowing through blades and your machines will thank you, too!

Interested in purchasing KAMA products?

Questions?

Contact Us @ 865-671-7682