Rikon Power Tools 10-342EVS Operator's Manual page 22

METAL CUTTING
The 10-342EVS Wood/Metal bandsaw is designed for DRY CUTTING ONLY.
Do not use lubricants or coolants with this bandsaw.
Proper blade selection for the material to be cut is key to good performance. Do not force the material
into the blade as excessive heat will lead to premature blade failure. Poor cutting results will also
occur. Always keep three teeth in the material being cut.
Stack or bundle cutting is not recommended with this bandsaw. When cutting round stock, use jigs or
wedges to prevent the material from rolling into the cut.
Blade speed differs for each type or grade of metal to be cut. Below is a chart of common materials
and the suggested blade speeds. The speeds shown have been reduced by 30% for dry cutting
operations. It may be necessary to reduce an additional 15% due to material hardness. Changing
blade type/style will also help performance.
NOTE: Blade speed and performance
depend on proper blade selection.
Consult your blade manufacturer for the
proper blade style and speed required
for the material to be cut.
CUTTING PLASTIC/COMPOSITE MATERIAL
The 10-342EVS Wood/Metal bandsaw is also designed for cutting plastics and composite materials.
As always, selecting the proper blade for the material to be cut is key to getting good performance.
Do not force the material into the blade as excessive heat will lead to premature blade failure and
poor cutting results will also occur.
Stack or bundle cutting is recommended if the material is properly secured during the cut. When
cutting round stock, use jigs or wedges to prevent the material from rolling into the cut.
Blade speed differs for each type of material to be cut. Improper blade selection and speed may result
in melting or curling the material. Changing blade type/style will also help performance.
NOTE: Blade speed and performance depend on proper blade selection. Consult your blade
manufacturer for the proper blade and speed required for the material to be cut.
OPERATION
METAL TYPE
Brass Alloys
Bronze Alloys
Cast Iron
Copper Alloys
Cr-Mo Alloy
Low/Med Carbon Steel
Stainless Steel
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BLADE SPEED -Ft/Min
140-154
80-230
80-157
112-206
136-164
161-189
80-95