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Offline md126

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1/2 HP (7.4amps) 16" bandsaw. enough?
« on: January 13, 2013, 03:55:00 PM »
Hello all,  I have an opportunity to buy a 16" Delta bandsaw that is 16" 1/2HP for $200.

I make a few bows a year (as well as some other wood projects) and want to know if this will be enough saw.

Thanks!

Mike

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Re: 1/2 HP (7.4amps) 16" bandsaw. enough?
« Reply #1 on: January 13, 2013, 04:09:00 PM »
Mike, I have a woodworking friend that has a 16" saw and loves it. He does mostly turned bowls and vases, and finds the 16-incher very handy. I have used the saw a few times for bows and other projects, and even I can use it effectively  :goldtooth: .

I think that is a good deal, and should be an invaluable tool as you use it along.
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Re: 1/2 HP (7.4amps) 16" bandsaw. enough?
« Reply #2 on: January 13, 2013, 04:10:00 PM »
1hp is better.
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Re: 1/2 HP (7.4amps) 16" bandsaw. enough?
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Re: 1/2 HP (7.4amps) 16" bandsaw. enough?
« Reply #4 on: January 13, 2013, 05:11:00 PM »
I bet ya could pick up and new or used 3/4 or 1 hp motor for a price that would still make it a good deal. Delta makes some good stuff and the size is perfect for bow making and other projects. You could use the 1/2 hp with no problems till ya track down a bigger motor. I would take that deal. Make sure the guides if they are bearings all more free and that there are no parts missing ( fence  and table insert )
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Re: 1/2 HP (7.4amps) 16" bandsaw. enough?
« Reply #5 on: January 13, 2013, 05:12:00 PM »
Does it use the 93.5" blades?
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Re: 1/2 HP (7.4amps) 16" bandsaw. enough?
« Reply #6 on: January 13, 2013, 06:06:00 PM »
3 wheel bandsaw? Does not sound like winners equipment to me. Never seen one and not sure i would like to.
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Re: 1/2 HP (7.4amps) 16" bandsaw. enough?
« Reply #7 on: January 13, 2013, 06:16:00 PM »
I had a three wheel Delta once. Large capacity from a smaller saw, but it had issues. Blades have to be thinner and they break easily.
I wouldn't recommend them.
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Re: 1/2 HP (7.4amps) 16" bandsaw. enough?
« Reply #8 on: January 13, 2013, 06:51:00 PM »
thanks for the input fellas!!

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