Metal Cutting Band Saw BS912B/GR/BS1018B
The BS912B, BS912GR and BS1018B are horizontal metal cutting band saws for cutting long material such as pipe and bar stock to length. The workpiece is held stationary in the vice and the blade swings down through the cut on the bow, which is the arrangement that suits stock preparation: load a length, clamp it, cut, r...
What This Machine Does
The BS912B, BS912GR and BS1018B are horizontal metal cutting band saws for cutting long material such as pipe and bar stock to length. The workpiece is held stationary in the vice and the blade swings down through the cut on the bow, which is the arrangement that suits stock preparation: load a length, clamp it, cut, repeat. A continuous toothed band runs around two wheels, so unlike a reciprocating hack saw the teeth are cutting for the whole time the machine is running rather than half of it. The BS1018B is the larger machine at 10 inch capacity; the BS912 models are the compact pair for lighter section, with band thickness of 0.9mm. Construction is kept simple, with cast iron in the load-bearing parts, so the machine is easy to understand and a shop fitter can maintain it without specialist training. The same band saw principle also accommodates a range of materials and, on a vertical machine, irregular and curved shapes.
Why Buyers Choose This Machine
- Continuous toothed band cuts throughout the stroke rather than only on the forward stroke like a hack saw
- Workpiece held stationary with the blade swinging down through the cut which suits repeated stock cutting
- Three models so capacity is matched to the section you cut instead of buying range you will not use
- Simple construction that a shop fitter can understand and maintain without specialist training
- Cast iron in the load-bearing parts keeps the machine stable through the cut
- 0.9mm band thickness on the BS912 models keeps kerf loss down on smaller section
- Built for cutting long material such as pipe and bar stock to length
Where Metal Cutting Band Saw BS912B Earns Its Place
Problems It Solves
- Reciprocating hack sawing wastes half the stroke on a non-cutting return
- Abrasive cutting burns the end of pipe and tube and leaves a face that must be dressed before welding
- A machine too small for the largest section on the stock list sends work out
- Complex machines need specialist service that a small workshop cannot get quickly
- Cutting long material by hand is slow and the cut face is rarely square
Who It Is For
- Fabrication and welding shops cutting pipe and section
- Machine shops preparing bar stock for turning
- Maintenance workshops with mixed cutting work
- Small manufacturers cutting stock in house rather than buying cut lengths
- Distributors supplying entry and mid-range horizontal band saws
Application Scenarios
- Cutting pipe and tube to length for fabrication
- Cutting bar stock to length for a machining cell
- Stock preparation in a stores or goods-in area
- Cutting mixed section in a maintenance workshop
- Stepping up to the BS1018B where 10 inch capacity is needed
- Cutting a range of materials on one machine in a general workshop
Technical Detail
Technical Features
- Horizontal band saw with the workpiece stationary and the blade swinging down through the cut
- Continuous band of toothed metal running on two wheels
- Cast iron construction in the load-bearing parts
- 0.9mm band thickness on the BS912 models
- 10 inch capacity on the BS1018B
- Simple mechanical layout for easy maintenance
- Suits a variety of materials
- High-performance motor drive
Specifications
| Machine type | Horizontal metal cutting band saw |
|---|---|
| Models | BS912B / BS912GR / BS1018B |
| Capacity | BS1018B 10 inch; BS912 models for lighter section |
| Saw band thickness | 0.9mm on the BS912 models |
| Cutting arrangement | Workpiece stationary, blade swings down through the cut |
| Blade type | Continuous band of toothed metal |
| Construction | Cast iron in load-bearing parts |
| Typical work | Cutting long materials such as pipe and bar stock to length |
Figures above are taken from the product information we hold. Send us your application and we will confirm the exact specification for the model quoted.
How It Is Built and What Can Be Changed
Operations Performed
- Band sawing
- Cut-off
- Pipe cutting
- Bar cutting to length
Materials Handled
- Cast iron
Quality Control
- Band tracking on the wheels checked through a full test cut
- Vice squareness verified so the cut face comes off perpendicular to the bar
- Bow descent checked for smooth travel across the full cut
- Motor running current and drive noise checked under load
- Test cuts made on pipe and solid bar before the machine is packed
Customisation Options
- Model chosen from BS912B BS912GR or BS1018B against the largest section you cut
- Supply voltage phase and frequency built for your market
- Saw band tooth pitch matched to your material and wall thickness
- Coolant arrangement specified where you cut alloy steel
- Manual and machine markings prepared in your working language
How It Compares With the Alternatives
| BS-1018R hydraulic band saw | The BS-1018R adds hydraulic control of blade force and bow descent plus a sizing device and power break protection; these models are the simpler machines at a lower entry cost |
|---|---|
| XAIMC hack sawing machines such as the G7016 | A hack saw only cuts on the forward stroke; the continuous band cuts the whole time the machine runs |
| G4250 double column band saw | The double column machine takes far larger sections with hydraulic feed and clamping; the BS912 and BS1018B are the compact bow machines for a general workshop |
| Abrasive cut-off of pipe | Abrasive discs burn the pipe end and are consumed quickly; the band gives a clean face ready for welding |
Running the Machine
Step 1
Clamp the pipe or bar in the vice and support long material behind the machine
Step 2
Check the section is inside the capacity of your model before starting
Step 3
Check band tension and that the band is tracking correctly on the wheels
Step 4
Lower the bow gently so the band does not snatch on entry
Step 5
Let the band cut through without forcing the bow down
Step 6
Clear swarf from the vice and guides between cuts
Step 7
Change the band once cut time per piece starts to lengthen
Related Applications and Guides
General Machining Job Shops
Job shops take whatever work comes through the door, which means their equipment has to cover a wide range rather than do one thing perfectly. XAIMC s
How to Choose a Metal Band Saw for a Fabrication Shop
A metal band saw cuts bar, tube, section and plate to length ahead of machining, welding and assembly, and the right one depends on section size, mate
Questions About Metal Cutting Band Saw BS912B
What is the difference between the BS912 models and the BS1018B?
Capacity. The BS1018B is the 10 inch machine; the BS912B and BS912GR are the compact pair for lighter section. Send us your largest section and we will confirm which model to order.
What band does it take?
0.9mm band thickness on the BS912 models. Tooth pitch is chosen against your material and wall thickness, so tell us what you cut and we will quote bands with the machine.
Can it cut pipe as well as solid bar?
Yes. These machines are built for cutting long materials such as pipe and bar stock to a desired length, with the workpiece held stationary and the blade swinging down through it.
Is it complicated to maintain?
No. The construction is deliberately simple and a workshop fitter can handle the routine work of band changes, tracking and tension without specialist training.
Can it be supplied for our supply voltage?
Yes. Give us your voltage phase and frequency with the enquiry and the machine is wired for your market before it ships.
How is it packed and what is the lead time?
Machines ship crated for sea freight. Lead time moves with the order book, so ask us for a current date with your enquiry and we will confirm it in writing.
What are your payment and trade terms?
FOB CFR and CIF. Payment is 30 percent by T/T on order and 70 percent before shipment, or an irrevocable L/C at sight.
Request a Quote on the Metal Cutting Band Saw BS912B
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