Blade Speed - Grizzly G0664 Owner's Manual

Blade Speed

Blade Speed
the Model g0664 has a two-speed control with
settings of 160 and 320 feet per minute (FpM).
the speed is controlled by a rotary switch and
can be switched while the motor is operating. the
speed should not be switched during a cut.
the table shown in figure 37 is a sampling of
speed rates for various materials. use these as a
guideline, and use the cutting fluid system on your
bandsaw to get the most life from your blades.
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DO NOT change motor speed during a cut
as this may overload a series of engaged
blade teeth, resulting in damage to the
blade and possible blade breakage.
figure 37. Material speed table.
NOTICE
g0664 heavy duty Metal-Cutting Bandsaw