Tensioning the Blade.
When you install the band saw blade, the first thing to do is put tension on it to hold it on the wheels. Many saws have a gauge that tells how much tension to put on the blade based on its width. In addition, we suggest that you tighten the blade and then pluck it like a guitar string. The blade should produce a clear tone, rather than a dull thud. Next check the blade for deflection. Raise the guide all the way up and then push sideways on the blade. It should not deflect more that 1/4” to 3/8”. The narrow blades will deflect more than wide ones. Some folks recommend that you over tension the blade to correct the saws cutting problems. While it is true that the blades and the saws can stand more tension that the gauges suggest, it is not a good idea to put too much tension on the blades. It can cause the saw’s bearings to fail prematurely. If the saw sits for a long time without use, it can cause flat spots on the tires, which will cause vibration and erratic cuts.
Saturday, February 26, 2011
Saturday, February 12, 2011
Will the Biesemeyer Commercial Fence System fit my saw? In most cases, if you do not have a Delta saw, the Biesemeyer system is adaptable to your saw. If you can answer yes to the following questions, then the Biesemeyer system will be adaptable to your saw.
Table Illustration Text Box:
A. Is the distance between these two points over 18 inches?
B. Is this distance between 3.25 inches and 8.25 inches?
C. Is this distance between 3.25 inches and 8.25 inches?
D. Is the distance between these two points over 23 inches?
E. Is this distance less than 17.5 inches?
F. Is the Table at least 1.5 inches thick?
G. Is your table top cast Iron?
o The angle iron rails extend 18" to the left of the saw blade. If the saw has a cast iron wing, the distance should be between 18" - 20". If the saw does not have a wing, the system will still work as long as the customer fills in the area with an additional extension table.
o This is the minimum distance for the miter slots in the saw to clear the cutouts in the rails.
o This is the maximum distance for the miter slots in the saw to clear the cutouts in the rails.
o This is the minimum distance needed so that the pad on the fence will still ride on the saw table.
o This is the maximum distance between the miter slots (outside to outside) that will clear the cutouts in the rail.
o This is the minimum thickness on the main cast iron table top to safely allow the customer to drill new holes in the lip of the saw.
o The main tabletop must be cast iron. Extension wings need to have a flat solid surface. Open grate and stamped steel wings with depressions need to be removed and replaced with flat solid surface extension tables.
Will the Biesemeyer Commercial Fence System fit my saw? In most cases, if you do not have a Delta saw, the Biesemeyer system is adaptable to your saw. If you can answer yes to the following questions, then the Biesemeyer system will be adaptable to your saw.
Table Illustration Text Box:
A. Is the distance between these two points over 18 inches?
B. Is this distance between 3.25 inches and 8.25 inches?
C. Is this distance between 3.25 inches and 8.25 inches?
D. Is the distance between these two points over 23 inches?
E. Is this distance less than 17.5 inches?
F. Is the Table at least 1.5 inches thick?
G. Is your table top cast Iron?
o The angle iron rails extend 18" to the left of the saw blade. If the saw has a cast iron wing, the distance should be between 18" - 20". If the saw does not have a wing, the system will still work as long as the customer fills in the area with an additional extension table.
o This is the minimum distance for the miter slots in the saw to clear the cutouts in the rails.
o This is the maximum distance for the miter slots in the saw to clear the cutouts in the rails.
o This is the minimum distance needed so that the pad on the fence will still ride on the saw table.
o This is the maximum distance between the miter slots (outside to outside) that will clear the cutouts in the rail.
o This is the minimum thickness on the main cast iron table top to safely allow the customer to drill new holes in the lip of the saw.
o The main tabletop must be cast iron. Extension wings need to have a flat solid surface. Open grate and stamped steel wings with depressions need to be removed and replaced with flat solid surface extension tables.
Table Illustration Text Box:
Monday, February 7, 2011
Delta Power Equipment Corporation Closes Deal with Stanley Black & Decker
Tool-Rank.com Reports
Anderson, SC, February 7, 2011) – Delta Power Equipment Corporation announced today that its deal to purchase the DELTA® brand of woodworking equipment and machinery from Stanley Black & Decker closed on Friday, February 4, 2011 as expected.
A wholly-owned subsidiary of Chang Type Industrial Co. Ltd., a Taiwan-based manufacturing company (Taiwan Stock Exchange symbol: 1541.tw), Delta Power Equipment Corporation is based in Anderson, South Carolina. This new location will continue the Made in USA tradition of designing, manufacturing and marketing the world class UNISAW®, radial arm saws and BIESEMEYER® accessories.
"We are right on track with our transition plan and expect to begin moving machinery and equipment from the Jackson, Tennessee location very soon," said Bryan Whiffen, President & Chief Executive Officer. "We expect to have the Anderson facility fully operational in April. In addition, I'm pleased to announce that Alicia Hicks has been named Marketing Manager for the organization and additional staffing is well underway."
Delta Power Equipment Corporation is located at 5530 Airport Road, Anderson, SC 29626. Their phone number is 864-231-5888.
The complete line of DELTA® professional and DIY woodworking equipment and machinery as well as BIESEMEYER® professional woodworking accessories will continue to be offered through woodworking distributors and retailers.
Written by Chris Rodenius | 07 February 2011
Anderson, SC, February 7, 2011) – Delta Power Equipment Corporation announced today that its deal to purchase the DELTA® brand of woodworking equipment and machinery from Stanley Black & Decker closed on Friday, February 4, 2011 as expected.
A wholly-owned subsidiary of Chang Type Industrial Co. Ltd., a Taiwan-based manufacturing company (Taiwan Stock Exchange symbol: 1541.tw), Delta Power Equipment Corporation is based in Anderson, South Carolina. This new location will continue the Made in USA tradition of designing, manufacturing and marketing the world class UNISAW®, radial arm saws and BIESEMEYER® accessories.
"We are right on track with our transition plan and expect to begin moving machinery and equipment from the Jackson, Tennessee location very soon," said Bryan Whiffen, President & Chief Executive Officer. "We expect to have the Anderson facility fully operational in April. In addition, I'm pleased to announce that Alicia Hicks has been named Marketing Manager for the organization and additional staffing is well underway."
Delta Power Equipment Corporation is located at 5530 Airport Road, Anderson, SC 29626. Their phone number is 864-231-5888.
The complete line of DELTA® professional and DIY woodworking equipment and machinery as well as BIESEMEYER® professional woodworking accessories will continue to be offered through woodworking distributors and retailers.
Written by Chris Rodenius | 07 February 2011
Sunday, February 6, 2011
MikesTools Shipping Estimator
The Post Office recently changed the coding for international shipping rates. This change as had an effect on most web sites who use this service including MikesTools. We are working on making the changes, In the mean time you can email me for international postal rates.
Saturday, February 5, 2011
Biesemeyer Table Saw Fence Packages
If your current table saw's fence is not giving you the professional results you demand, let Biesemeyer's Precision T-Square Saw Fence System make your saw a more accurate woodworking tool. You'll never need a hand-held tape to set your fence again.
http://www.mikestools.com/biesemeyer-commercial-fence-packages.aspx
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