Martin Haba
08-26-2014, 7:19 AM
Hello
Has anyone here came across this little monster and what experience did you have with hardwoods?
This machine is way to expensive to buy on Amazon (not sure if we can still get it elswhere as Festool discontinued it from stock). http://www.amazon.co.uk/PROTOOL-Portable-Band-Saw-SBP/dp/B004MNH0IQ
Is there an equivalent in terms of power? Been looking on the net and somehow only very small (less power full) machines are available. It will be used to create curves to a 65-70mm thick acacia hardwood. We tried Festool Jig saw and the machine died after 1.5m cut.
Or do I have to modify a small band-saw and put in stronger motor to munch through this hardwood.
Also what blades (TPI) (Brnads) and speed would you guys recommend for cutting thick dry hardwood stock on bandsaws (portable or table)
Many Thanks.
Has anyone here came across this little monster and what experience did you have with hardwoods?
This machine is way to expensive to buy on Amazon (not sure if we can still get it elswhere as Festool discontinued it from stock). http://www.amazon.co.uk/PROTOOL-Portable-Band-Saw-SBP/dp/B004MNH0IQ
Is there an equivalent in terms of power? Been looking on the net and somehow only very small (less power full) machines are available. It will be used to create curves to a 65-70mm thick acacia hardwood. We tried Festool Jig saw and the machine died after 1.5m cut.
Or do I have to modify a small band-saw and put in stronger motor to munch through this hardwood.
Also what blades (TPI) (Brnads) and speed would you guys recommend for cutting thick dry hardwood stock on bandsaws (portable or table)
Many Thanks.