What size blade does a Craftsman 12 bandsaw?
The Craftsman 12″ Bandsaw-Sander takes an 80″ blade or an 80″, 1/2″ wide sanding belt. There is a Vacuum port on the back of the saw. Hook the shop vac to the port during operations. The blade width determines how tight a curve that can be cut.
What is a raker tooth bandsaw blade?
A raker tooth set has one tooth going to the left, one to the right, followed by a straight, or unset, tooth, which is called a raker. An alternate tooth set has one tooth going left, one going right, then left, right, etc. There is no raker tooth.
What do you need to upgrade a band saw?
Band Saw Guide Upgrade Kits Band Saw Guide Upgrade Kits Carter Products offers band saw guide conversion (retrofit) kits for many popular saws. These kits typically include the upper and lower guides, upper and lower mounting brackets, studs, screws, and (if appropriate) a guard adapter bracket.
What does the Craftsman upgrade kit do for a saw?
The Craftsman upgrade kit updates your saws performance through the use of precision machined brackets and all sealed bearing roller guides. This provides your saw with reduced blade friction, improved cutting accuracy, and is adjustable for blade widths from 3/16″ to 1″.
Why is my Craftsman band saw not starting?
Troubleshooting your Craftsman band saw when its motor won’t start. A bad power supply, broken power cord, failed on/off switch or bad drive motor can prevent the band saw from starting. Check the power supply first. Plug a shop light or other electrical tool into the electrical outlet that you’re using for the band saw to make sure the outlet
When to use a Guidall band saw guide?
The Guidall 400 Block Model Band saw Guides are specifically tailored for applications where blade material clearing is necessary, such as when used with high pitch woods, plastics and lubricated metal cutting.