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The Model M1013 has these three blade speeds: 80, 120,
and 200 FPM.
DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER!
Determine the best speed for your cut. The table in
is provided as a basic guideline. Material
thickness and the type of blade used will factor into
FPM selection.
Slacken the V-belt (refer to the
subsection on
Position the V-belt on the pulleys for the desired FPM
(feet per minute), as illustrated in
Correctly tension the V-belt, then close and secure
the pulley cover before beginning operation.
for detailed instructions).
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These suggested blade speeds
are an average for both High
Carbon Blades and Bimetal Blades.
Refer to your saw blade manufac-
turer for exact speeds.
Tool Steel
Stainless Steel
Alloy Steel
Bearing Bronze
High Carbon Steel
Medium Carbon Steel
Hard Brass
Hard Bronze
Low Carbon Steel
Soft Brass
Copper
Aluminum
Plastics
Feet Per Minute.
80 FPM
120 FPM
200 FPM
Blade cutting speed chart.
90
90
90
90
135
135,195
195
195
195
195
255
255
255
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