Band saw _ need to push work piece

wan | Posted in John White on July 15, 2008 10:39am

My band saw works quite well in most respects but even with a new blade I need to push my piece of wood quite firmly. Without pressure it backs the stock out rather than biting into it. Glad for any tips you can give me!

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JohnWW | Jul 16, 2008 11:18pm | #1
What size stock are you trying to cut with what type of a blade? Also, what size and brand of saw?

John White

wan | Jul 17, 2008 10:19pm | #2
The material doesn't really matter but more pressure is needed for greater depth of cut.I'm using a Viking 1/2" blade, 3 tpi.The machine is probably unknown to you: EBAS 350 14" made by Qingdao and sold under a Swedish brand name.