Vertical bandsaws, like horizontal bandsaws, can cut any metal material quite easily. They are considered one of the top tools associated with the productivity of a workshop, as well. They are effective and powerful machines that will last a long time and are capable of making various cuts. So which machine is best for you? Let’s look at some of the relevant factors about these machines.

We’ll start with the basics. A vertical metal cutting bandsaw is a power saw with a blade that is sharp and long. This blade consists of teeth stretched between multiple wheels to cut material. It is used in metalworking and woodworking primarily, but it is capable of cutting a plethora of materials. These saws are known to be able to make three types of cuts; cross cuts which are performed perpendicular to the long axis of the material, rip cups which are performed parallel to the long axis of the material, and radius cuts which are made by turning the material about the blade and the blade cuts through it. Vertical bandsaws are known for having slower infeed cutting and blade speeds, can be equipped with numerous metal cutting blades that are more durable and have finer teeth, and have a blade guide made from durable material.

If you are trying to choose between a vertical and a horizontal bandsaw, pay attention to these comparisons. The most obvious difference is the direction of the blade. Horizontal units are typically seen on an industrial scale in larger workshops and the vertical units are usually used more in small-sized shops. Horizontal saws can produce cuts at a higher rate and with more squareness. They also last longer and can cut larger pieces of metal. But the vertical bandsaws are used a lot for structural parts, fixtures, and more intricate metal because of their ability to cut at various angles.

All in all, both options are great depending on the application. If you are a small shop or a home project type of person you may consider the smaller scale machine. Whatever it is that you’re doing, however, make sure to visit the KAMA website and get all of your parts and blades in the same place! It’s easy, it’s fast, and in the end, nothing cuts like a KAMA!

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