Cold cut saw

[DuckSlayer1017]

No room for both, at least for a few years until I can double my barn.

 

[Xfaxman]

So if you guys had to pick between a horizontal band saw or a cold saw which would it be? I've been wanting one but haven't bought yet because I can't decide.

It depends on you main uses. I use my vertical/horizontal band saw most for my piddlin, but it is not a precision saw.

 

[DuckSlayer1017]

I'd mainly just be using the saw for basic fab projects. Nothing super precision but better than a saw-zall or cut off wheel.

 

[Big Barn]

I'd mainly just be using the saw for basic fab projects. Nothing super precision but better than a saw-zall or cut off wheel.

In that case I'd get a cold cut saw. IMHO of course.

 

[Xfaxman]

Yep, these are usually called "Metal Cutting" and get your favorite brand of this style:

 

[Rustyiron]

I bought a "real" cold saw for only $100! I need to re power it as it has a 3 phase that is usually no problem but it is from Canada and runs on a real high (575) voltage that we do not have here in the US.
Any motor guru's here? I wonder if the motor could be re wound or something.

 

[Oldpath05]

2abrasive blase in 3 years, I have went thru that many in 1 day. Hated the dust as much as the low wear out time. I bought a 12x8 bandsaw a few years back and my abrasive saw mostly collect dust now.

Yes the dust is terrible and my Dewalt CS with Dewalt blades cut slow I thought, then the 2" pipe has to be put in water and de-burred. Whd you get for a band saw?

 

[Oldpath05]

I use my horizontal bandsaw for most projects also. However I would NEVER part with my 30+ year old Makita abrasive chop saw.

I keep it (on wheels) out of the way under a bench. Pretty hard to beat for a "quick and dirty" (precision not required) cut. Plus it's great for slotting square and round tube.

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Terry

Buy the looks of things, what you need is another drill press...........Tools on wheels is good if you got a place to wheel it, me I'm rounding out of floor space fast, but with 10&14' walls I still have fair amount of air space, my cut-off tool might have be on ropes and pulleys.

 

[Oldpath05]

So if you guys had to pick between a horizontal band saw or a cold saw which would it be? I've been wanting one but haven't bought yet because I can't decide.

I'm leaning towards a HV metal band saw, the cold cut replacement blade I heard is expensive.

 

[Oldpath05]

I bought a "real" cold saw for only $100! I need to re power it as it has a 3 phase that is usually no problem but it is from Canada and runs on a real high (575) voltage that we do not have here in the US.
Any motor guru's here? I wonder if the motor could be re wound or something.
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Why is that motor so big, maybe theres a smaller one that will fit on that, or you could run a extension cord across the border.

 

[Big Barn]

Buy the looks of things, what you need is another drill press...........Tools on wheels is good if you got a place to wheel it, me I'm rounding out of floor space fast, but with 10&14' walls I still have fair amount of air space, my cut-off tool might have be on ropes and pulleys.

Dont mean to go off topic, but this is for Oldpath regarding "air space". This may be of help.......






Terry

 

[DuckSlayer1017]

Why is that motor so big, maybe theres a smaller one that will fit on that, or you could run a extension cord across the border.

I wonder if you could find an equivalent 220v or 110v motor that will bolt on. Even if you spend a few hundred you will be way ahead for what that saw costs new. Maybe contact the mfg direct and see what they say.

 

[Rustyiron]

I just need to do some research, I'd willingly spend $4-500 on a motor. It is direct face mount to the right angle drive unit. That would still be a very cheap date for a cold saw. The material clamp and angle adjustment are miles ahead of my chop saws.

 

[Big Barn]

I just need to do some research, I'd willingly spend $4-500 on a motor. It is direct face mount to the right angle drive unit. That would still be a very cheap date for a cold saw. The material clamp and angle adjustment are miles ahead of my chop saws.

I agree with your assessment. I'm certain you will find a good used single OR three phase motor for well under $500.

Even assuming the WORST case scenario (buying a NEW 5HP 3 ph Baldor with a list price of $1400) you'll still do well.

That's probably a 3 or 5 HP on it presently?

Terry

 

[flyerdan]

See what kind of frame the 3ph has, and what type of shaft that intersects with the saw. I have a feeling that it won't be easy to repower this, or everyone would be grabbing cheap 3ph stuff and doing that, other than using rotary converters and other methods. I could be wrong; it would be nice if it was that easy.

 

[muddstopper]

:licking:

 

[muddstopper]

So if you guys had to pick between a horizontal band saw or a cold saw which would it be? I've been wanting one but haven't bought yet because I can't decide.

I think it depends on what your going to cut the most of. I prefer the bandsaw for roundbar and large round or sq tube. The chop saw does better on angle and flatbar, as long as you can cut the flatbar from the edge. For anything really thick, I prefer the bandsaw.

 

[muddstopper]

Yes the dust is terrible and my Dewalt CS with Dewalt blades cut slow I thought, then the 2" pipe has to be put in water and de-burred. Whd you get for a band saw?

I did some tradeing with a old retired pipe line welder. It was part of a package deal. It is a old Carolina. Not top of the line by any means. I had to replace the bushings in the drive wheels as they had a little wobble in them. I have cut 8x8 hbeam in it and 132lb railroad iron. It needs a little bigger motor, but it gets the job done.

 

[muddstopper]

I bought a "real" cold saw for only $100! I need to re power it as it has a 3 phase that is usually no problem but it is from Canada and runs on a real high (575) voltage that we do not have here in the US.
Any motor guru's here? I wonder if the motor could be re wound or something.
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Pretty sure that old saw has a gear head to reduce motor speed. You should be able to find a American voltage, 120/240 motor, with the same mount. Most of those mounts are pretty standard in size, just have to find out to which mounting standard and rpm's your motor is. Should be on the tag.

found a link you might want to read thru. 575 Volt 3 Phase - Who Uses it?

 

[TemporaryKubotaOwnerMark]

I really thought you were talking about a meat slicer!!!!

Oh, baloney!