HBS-916W Horizontal Bandsaw - JET

The JET HBS-916W Horizontal Bandsaw (Model 414468) is a floorstanding metal-cutting solution designed for precision and consistent results in professional automotive and industrial fabrication. This robust bandsaw efficiently cuts various materials, including steel, aluminum, and diverse alloys, ensuring repeatable accuracy in demanding operations. Its durable construction provides reliable performance for professional technicians and mechanics working in a range of environments.

Key Features

• Precision Hydraulic Downfeed: An adjustable hydraulic downfeed system with automatic shut-off upon cut completion offers precise control over feed rates. This feature helps extend blade life by preventing overloading and reduces operator fatigue during continuous use.
• Integrated Coolant System: A dedicated coolant system delivers fluid directly to the blade guides, minimizing friction and improving chip evacuation for an enhanced finish quality on structural steel, solids, and tubing.
• Stable Blade Tracking: Carbide blade guides with robust parallel double-row ball bearing support ensure stable and accurate blade tracking. This design minimizes blade wander on long stock, contributing to consistent and precise cuts required in professional settings.
• Versatile Miter Vise: A quick-positioning miter vise swivels up to 45°, enabling efficient and repeatable miter cuts on angle, channel, and tube stock without frequent workpiece repositioning.
• Optimized Blade Management: An oversized tension handwheel with an integrated gauge simplifies proper blade tensioning, crucial for maximizing blade life and cut quality. A self-propelled blade brush actively prevents chip accumulation, further extending blade longevity.

Applications

The HBS-916W is well-suited for a range of automotive and industrial fabrication shops, including chassis, roll cage, and subframe fabrication. It efficiently handles cutting bar stock, pipe, structural shapes, and plate to length for repair tasks, custom fabrication, small-batch manufacturing, and vocational training labs focused on metal fabrication and automotive repair.

Specifications

• Motor: 1.5 HP, 115/230V, 1 Ph (prewired 115V)
• Cutting Capacity 90° (Round): 9"
• Cutting Capacity 90° (Rectangular): 9" x 14" and 2" x 16"
• Cutting Capacity 45° (Round): 6-1/8"
• Cutting Capacity 45° (Rectangular): 9" x 6-1/8"
• Blade Size: 1" x .035" x 119-1/2"
• Blade Speeds (SFPM): 82, 132, 170, 235
• Net Weight: 625 lb (Note: Some sources indicate 706 lbs)