Bandsaw Blade Tensioner

Wood magazine s craig ruegsegger walks you through all the fine adj.

Bandsaw blade tensioner. For my tests i used a blade tension meter that clamps to the blade and gives an accurate reading on a dial indicator. 1 0 out of 5 stars 2. Use this method each time you change blades and remember to de tension the blade with the quick release tensioner when not in use. Band saw blade tension meter features calibrating tension on band saw blades for use with band saws product information technical details.

Tests conducted by consumer woodworking magazines have shown this and my own tests using six different bandsaws confirmed their results. If your bandsaw doesn t have a quick release lever make it a habit to relax the tension by a specific number of turns 10 for example at the end of each day you use the saw. 5 0 out of 5 stars 4. The gauge is simple.

Get it as soon as fri sep 25. Band saw blade tension. All band saw blades will grow by a few thousandths of an inch in length within the first few minutes of sawing due to heat thermal expansion. Extra tension just makes for more stress to the blade and all of the components of the band saw.

Bandsaw tension gauge by eztension 40. Bandsaw blade tension carter s tension accessories currently include the cobra coil replacement spring the accuright ratchet rod and the innovative quick release blade tension toggle. More buying choices 323 21 15 new offers starrett 682emz saw tension gage. It has a plastic beam that has an adjustable screw in the middle of one edge and magnets toward either end.

If you notice degradation in cut quality increase the tension on your blade by 5. Its central fulcrum deflects the blade a precise amount. 1 16 of 122 results for bandsaw blade tension gauge band saw blade tension meter. When the blade reaches proper tension 15 000 psi one of the magnets detaches from the blade.

Before moving to the next page please see the last paragraph below. If metal is flexed back and forth enough times under enough force it will break. Overtensioning a bandsaw blade also risks metal fatigue which can shear off a bandsaw s wheel shaft. Our patent pending bandsaw tension gauge uses a pair of rare earth magnets that easily and quickly attach to your bandsaw blade.

Learn how to tension your bandsaw blade correctly for accurate cuts and improved results. The eztension gauge is a clever little tool that solves the recurring problem of setting the tension on a bandsaw blade.