What is the Best Horizontal Bandsaw and What Are The Choices Between Manufacturer and Manual, Semi-Automatic and Automatic Operation.
A Horizontal Bandsaw is a power tool used for cutting various materials, such as wood, metal, and plastic. It consists of a powered circular saw blade that is stretched between two wheels and mounted horizontally.
Horizontal Bandsaws are commonly used in woodworking, metalworking, and other industries where precise and efficient cutting is required. They offer advantages such as the ability to make straight cuts, cutting curves with a suitable blade, and the ability to cut thick materials. Horizontal bandsaws may not be as versatile as vertical bandsaws when it comes to intricate or curved cuts
Key features and components important to consider when looking for a horizontal bandsaw:
- Frame: The bandsaw is typically built with a sturdy frame that supports the other components and provides stability during cutting.
- The worktable is the surface on which the material being cut is placed. It can usually be adjusted in height and angle to accommodate different cutting needs.
- The blade of a bandsaw is a continuous loop of toothed metal that is driven by the wheels. The blade can be replaced or adjusted to suit different materials and cutting requirements.
- There are usually two wheels in a horizontal bandsaw. One is powered and drives the blade, while the other acts as an idler wheel to keep tension on the blade.
- Guides are used to support and guide the blade during cutting. They help ensure accurate and straight cuts. Guides can be adjusted to accommodate different blade sizes and materials.
- The cutting capacity of a horizontal bandsaw refers to the maximum size of material it can cut. This is determined by the distance between the blade and the frame, known as the throat capacity.
- Horizontal bandsaws are typically powered by electric motors. They may have controls for adjusting blade speed, blade tension, and other cutting parameters.
There are several Popular Brands known for manufacturing high-quality horizontal bandsaws.
- DoALL is a prominent manufacturer of industrial cutting tools, including horizontal bandsaws. They offer a wide range of models suitable for various applications and industries.
- Amada bandsaws are known for their precision, durability, and advanced features.
- Hyd-Mech produces a horizontal bandsaw designed for heavy-duty cutting applications. They are known for their robust construction and cutting accuracy.
- Marvel manufactures a comprehensive range of horizontal bandsaws that cater to diverse cutting needs. Their bandsaws are known for their reliability, efficiency, and innovative design features.
- Kalamazoo Industries specializes in manufacturing industrial-grade metal cutting machinery, including horizontal bandsaws. They offer a variety of models suitable for small to large-scale operations.
- Wellsaw has been manufacturing bandsaws for over 90 years and is known for producing high-quality horizontal bandsaws for metal cutting applications. Their bandsaws are renowned for their durability and cutting precision.
- HEM Saw is a reputable brand that produces horizontal bandsaws for metalworking industries. They offer a range of models with varying cutting capacities and features to meet different requirements.
By considering these factors, you can select a horizontal bandsaw that meets your specific cutting needs, provides reliable performance, and offers good value for your investment.
These are just a few examples of popular brands and important factors to remember when looking to purchase a new or used horizontal bandsaw. Sterling Machinery Exchange and Fabrication did the research for you. There are so many models and features to compare, let us assist you to make the right decision for your factory.
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9" x 16" Brand New Doall (SWIVEL HEAD) Miter Cutting HEAVY DUTY Metal Bandsaw, Mdl. 400S, Spring Loaded Blade Tension Handwheel, 45 Degree Swiveling Head, Recirculating Coolant System, Spring Loaded Solid Carbide Saw Guides, Rapid Head Approach, Band Door Interlocks For Safety, #SM400S
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11" x 8" Brand New DoAll Dual-Miter Manual Band Saw, Mdl. DS-280M, Dual swivel head to 45 left to 60 degrees right, Fine Adjustment Head Feed Control, Push button control panel, Carbide faced saw guide inserts, 3 ft manual set work stop, Blade driven cleaning brush, Two speed band motor, Counter balance springs, Manual band tension, Recirculating Coolant System, Movable two position vise system, Saw Blade Guards, Band Door Interlocks, Operation and parts manuals on USB stick, One (1) complimentary DoALL Bi Metal saw blade, Complimentary DoAll Cutting Fluids Package, #SMDS280M
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11" x 11" Brand New DoALL Continental Series Fully Automatic Horizontal Bandsaw, Mdl. DC-280NC, NC Control Panel: Touch Screen Control, 20 Job Presets, Multiple Language Capability, Trouble Shooting Prompts, Easy Operation, PLC Control for All Electric and Hydraulic Functions, Infinitely Variable Speed Controlled by VFD, Hydraulic Retractable Shuttle Vise Material Indexer, Rapid and Creep Speed Index Vise Control, High Efficiency Transmission, Multi-Step Full Stroke Vises with Split Front Vise and Variable Vise Pressure Control, Nesting Fixture for Bundle Cutting, Power Driven, Coolant Flushed, Blade Cleaning Wire Brush, Flushing Hose and Auxiliary Coolant Nozzles, Hydraulic Blade Tensions, Automatic Chip Conveyor, Blade Breakage/ Stall Motion Detector Shut Off Switch, Band Door Interlocks, One 6'-1/2" Conveyor, Set Up Tools and Tool Box, One DoAll Bi-Metal Saw Blade, Work Light, Complimentary DoAll Cutting Fluids Package, Instruction & Parts Manuals on CD, #SMDC280NC
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11" x 12" Brand New DoALL CNC Horizontal Bandsaw, Mdl. S-320CNC, SAW MICRO HMI Saw Control, Overfeed Protection, Discharge Chute, Digital Readout of Cutting Angle, Pulley Driven Band Brush, Work Light, Work Height Sensor, Variable Frequency Drive, Flood Coolant, Tool Kit, One DoAll Bi-Metal Saw Blade, Complimentary DoAll Cutting Fluids Package, Instruction & Parts Manuals on CD, Emergency Stop Button for Immediate Shutdown of Saw, Control Panel has Angular DRO Display, #SMS320CNC
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13" x 15" Brand New DoALL Continental Series Fully Automatic Horizontal Bandsaw, Mdl. DC-330NC, NC Control Panel: Touch Screen Control, 20 Job Presets, Multiple Language Capability, Trouble Shooting Prompts, Easy Operation, PLC Control for All Electric and Hydraulic Functions, Infinitely Variable Speed Controlled by VFD, Hydraulic Retractable Shuttle Vise Material Indexer, Rapid and Creep Speed Index Vise Control, Multi-Step Full Stroke Vises with Split Front Vise and Variable Vise Pressure Control, Nesting Fixture for Bundle Cutting, Spring Loaded, Zero Clearance, Coolant Through, Carbide Faced Saw Guide with Lead-In Rollers, Power Driven, Coolant Flushed, Blade Cleaning Wire Brush, Flushing Hose and Auxiliary Coolant Nozzles, Hydraulic Blade Tensions, Automatic Chip Conveyor, Blade Breakage/ Stall Motion Detector Shut Off Switch, Band Door Interlocks, Work Light, Set Up Tools and Tool Box, One DoAll Bi-Metal Saw Blade, Complimentary DoAll Cutting Fluids Package, Instruction & Parts Manuals on CD, #SMDC330NC
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13" x 15" Brand New DoALL Continental Series Semi-Automatic High Production Horizontal Bandsaw, Mdl. DC-330SA, NC Control: Ease of Operation, Multiple Language Capability, Trouble Shooting Prompts, PLC Control for All Electric and Hydraulic Functions, Speed Transmission by Worm Gear & Shaft, Hydraulic Blade Tensions, Two Step Full Stroke Vises, Idler Wheel Motion Detector, Blade Breakage/ Stall Motion Detector Shut Off Switch, Coolant through Carbide-Faced Saw Guide Inserts, Carbide Blade Guide with Roller Bearing, Power Driven, Coolant Flushed, Blade Cleaning Wire Brush, Flushing Hose and Auxiliary Coolant Nozzles, Automatic Chip Conveyor, Band Door Interlocks, Set Up Tools and Tool Box, Length Setting, Work Light, One DoAll Bi-Metal Saw Blade, Complimentary DoAll Cutting Fluids Package, Instruction & Parts Manuals on CD, #SMDC330SA
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14" x 20" Brand New DoAll Dual Miter StructurALL Semi-Automatic Horizontal Bandsaw, Mdl. DS-500SA, Mitsubishi PLC Control, Flood Coolant, Blade Driven Band Brush, Digital Read Out of Cutting Angle, Work Light, One Bi-Metal Saw Blade, Tool Kit, Complimentary DoAll Cutting Fluids Package, Instruction & Parts Manuals on CD, 1 Year Parts & Labor for Manufactures Defects, Overfeed Protection, Work Height Sensor, Variable Frequency Drive, #SMDS500SA
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14" x 20" BRAND NEW DOALL STRUCTURALL SERIES CNC AUTOMATIC HORIZONTAL MITER METAL CUTTING BAND SAW, Mdl. S-500CNC, Swivel head to 60 degrees, Automatic cycle, Movable control console, Rapid head down approach, Carbide faced saw guide inserts, Programable material height sensor, Full stroke hydraulic vises with nesting fixtures, Driven band cleaning brushes, Ball screw with incremental feed, Heavy-duty counter balance springs, Cast Steel band wheels, Fine Adjustment Head Feed Control, Overfeed Protection, Infinite band speed controlled variable frequency drive, Mitsubishi touch screen controller., Digital angle position., Manual band tension., Variable vise pressure., Recirculating coolant system., Mist band lubricator system., Work light., Saw blade guards., Band door interlocks., Operation and parts manuals on USB stick., Recommended band speed chart., One (1) complimentary DoALL Bi-Metal saw blade., Complimentary DoALL Cutting Fluids package., #SMS500CNC
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16" x 16" Brand New DoALL Continental Series Fully Automatic High Production Horizontal Bandsaw, Mdl. DC-420NC, NC Control Panel: Touch Screen Control, 20 Job Presets, Multiple Language Capability, Trouble Shooting Prompts, Easy Operation, PLC Control for All Electric and Hydraulic Functions, Infinitely Variable Speed Controlled by VFD, Hydraulic Retractable Shuttle Vise Material Indexer, Rapid and Creep Speed Index Vise Control, Multi-Step Full Stroke Vises with Split Front Vise and Variable Vise Pressure Control, High Efficiency Transmission, Nesting Fixture for Bundle Cutting, Spring Loaded, Zero Clearance, Coolant Through, Carbide Faced Saw Guide with Lead-In Rollers, Power Driven, Coolant Flushed, Blade Cleaning Wire Brush, Flushing Hose and Auxiliary Coolant Nozzles, Hydraulic Blade Tensions, Blade Breakage/ Stall Motion Detector Shut Off Switch, Set Up Tools and Tool Box, One DoAll Bi-Metal Saw Blade, Complimentary DoAll Cutting Fluids Package, Automatic Chip Conveyor, Band Door Interlocks, Hydraulic System, Work Light, #SMDC420NC
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17" x 24" Brand New DoALL Dual Column, Dual Miter StructurALL Automatic Bandsaw, Mdl. DCDS-600NC, Siemens Control with Touch Screen Display, Automatic Feed Control, Variable Vise Pressure Control - Set of 2, Safety Covers & 3 Panel Work Area Gate, Hydraulic Angular Position & Lock, Digital Readout of Cutting Angle, Hydraulic Band Tension, Work Light, Flood Coolant, Feed Rate Indicator, Automatic Guide Arm Setting, Operation & Parts Manuals on CD or USB Data Stick, Tool Kit, Complimentary DoALL Cutting Fluids Package, One (1) Complimentary DoALL Bi-Metal Saw Blade, #SMDCDS600NC
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18" X 20" Brand New DoALL Continental Series Fully Automatic High Production Horizontal Bandsaw, Mdl. DC-460NC, NC Control Panel: Touch Screen Control, 20 Job Presets, Multiple Language Capability, Trouble Shooting Prompts, Easy Operation, PLC Control for All Electric and Hydraulic Functions, Infinitely Variable Speed Controlled by VFD, Hydraulic Retractable Shuttle Vise Material Indexer, Rapid and Creep Speed Index Vise Control, Multi-Step Full Stroke Vises with Split Front Vise and Variable Vise Pressure Control, Nesting Fixture for Bundle Cutting, Spring Loaded, Zero Clearance, Coolant Through, Carbide Faced Saw Guide with Lead-In Rollers, Power Driven, Coolant Flushed, Blade Cleaning Wire Brush, Flushing Hose and Auxiliary Coolant Nozzles, Hydraulic Blade Tension, Automatic Chip Conveyor, Blade Breakage/ Stall Motion Detector Shut Off Switch, Hydraulic System, High Efficiency Transmission, Band Door Interlocks, Work Light, Set Up Tools and Tool Box, One DoAll Bi-Metal Saw Blade, Complimentary DoAll Cutting Fluids Package, Instruction & Parts Manuals on CD, #SMDC460NC
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18" x 29" BRAND NEW DOALL DUAL COLUMN, DUAL MITER STRUCTURALL AUTOMATIC BANDSAW, Mdl. DCDS-750SA, Mitsubishi PLC Control, Automatic Feed Control, Variable Vise Pressure Control - Set of 2, Safety Covers & 3 Panel Work Area Gate, Overfeed Protection, Digital Readout of Cutting Angle, Pulley Driven Band Brush, Work Light, Flood Coolant, Feed Rate Indicator, Automatic Guide Arm Setting, Operation & Parts Manuals on CD or USB Data Stick, Tool Kit, Complimentary DoAll Cutting Fluids Package, One (1) Complimentary DoALL Bi-Metal Saw Blade, Hydraulic Band Tension, #SMDCDS750SA
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19" x 22" Brand New DoALL Continental Series Semi-Automatic High Production Horizontal Bandsaw, Mdl. DC-500SA, NC Control: Ease of Operation, Multiple Language Capability, Trouble Shooting Prompts, PLC Control for All Electric and Hydraulic Functions, Speed Transmission by Worm Gear & Shaft, Hydraulic Blade Tension, Two Step Full Stroke Vises, Idler Wheel Motion Detector, Blade Breakage/ Stall Motion Detector Shut Off Switch, Carbide Blade Guide with Roller Bearing, Coolant through Carbide-Faced Saw Guide Inserts, Power Driven, Coolant Flushed, Blade Cleaning Wire Brush, Flushing Hose and Auxiliary Coolant Nozzles, Automatic Chip Conveyor, Band Door Interlocks, Set of 6' Roller Stands, Length Setting, Work Light, One DoAll Bi-Metal Saw Blade, Complimentary DoAll Cutting Fluids Package, Set Up Tools and Tool Box, Instruction & Parts Manuals on CD, #SMDC500SA
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22" x 24" Brand New DoALL Continental Series Fully Automatic High Production Horizontal Bandsaw, Mdl. DC-560NC, NC Control Panel: Touch Screen Control, 20 Job Presets, Multiple Language Capability, Trouble Shooting Prompts, Easy Operation, PLC Control for All Electric and Hydraulic Functions, Infinitely Variable Speed Controlled by VFD, Hydraulic Retractable Shuttle Vise Material Indexer, Rapid and Creep Speed Index Vise Control, Multi-Step Full Stroke Vises with Split Front Vise and Variable Vise Pressure Control, Spring Loaded, Zero Clearance, Coolant Through, Carbide Faced Saw Guide with Lead-In Rollers, Power Driven, Coolant Flushed, Blade Cleaning Wire Brush, Flushing Hose and Auxiliary Coolant Nozzles, Hydraulic Blade Tension, Automatic Chip Conveyor, Blade Breakage/ Stall Motion Detector Shut Off Switch, Band Door Interlocks, Hydraulic System, High Efficiency Transmission, Work Light, One 6'-1/2" Conveyor, One DoAll Bi-Metal Saw Blade, Set Up Tools and Tool Box, Complimentary DoAll Cutting Fluids Package, Instruction & Parts Manuals on CD, #SMDC560NC
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22" x 24" Brand New DoAll Ball Screw Servo Motor Dual Column Bandsaw, Mdl. DC-620 CNC Hercules 2, Siemens control w/ touch screen display, Smart programming to auto select cutting param. based on material size, type, Auto. material feed situated close to saw blade, Auto. feed control w/ programmable feed rates, Work Light, Worm chip conveyor for long chips incl. chip pan, Variable Vise Pressure Control - Set of 2, Dual acting index vise jaws for crooked stock, Hydraulic Band Tension, Automatic feed of material into cutting zone, Retractable stationary machine vise jaw, Automatic retaraction of material in cycle for protection of carbide blade., Hydraulic blade clamping in saw guides., Feeder and bow movements using linear-leading ball screw & servo motor, Dynamic adjustments of feed rate to ensure squareness, Power-driven band brush, Automatic Guide Arm Setting, Programmable work heights, Tool Kit, Operation & Parts Manuals on CD or USB Data Stick, One complimentary DoALL bi-metal saw blade, Complimentary DoAll Cutting Fluids Package, Flood Coolant, #SMDC620CNC
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22" x 31" Brand New DoALL Continental Series Semi-Automatic High Production Horizontal Bandsaw, Mdl. DC-560SA, NC Control: Ease of Operation, Multiple Language Capability, Trouble Shooting Prompts, PLC Control for All Electric and Hydraulic Functions, Speed Transmission by Worm Gear & Shaft, Hydraulic Blade Tension, Two Step Full Stroke Vises, Idler Wheel Motion Detector, Blade Breakage/ Stall Motion Detector Shut Off Switch, Carbide Blade Guide with Roller Bearing, Coolant through Carbide-Faced Saw Guide Inserts, Power Driven, Coolant Flushed, Blade Cleaning Wire Brush, Flushing Hose and Auxiliary Coolant Nozzles, Automatic Chip Conveyor, Band Door Interlocks, Set of 6' Roller Stands, Length Setting, Work Light, One DoAll Bi-Metal Saw Blade, Complimentary DoAll Cutting Fluids Package, Set Up Tools and Tool Box, Instruction & Parts Manuals on CD, #SMDC560SA
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27" x 31" Brand New DoALL Continental Series Fully Automatic High Production Horizontal Bandsaw, Mdl. DC-700NC, NC Control Panel: Touch Screen Control, 20 Job Presets, Multiple Language Capability, Trouble Shooting Prompts, Easy Operation, PLC Control for All Electric and Hydraulic Functions, Infinitely Variable Speed Controlled by VFD, Hydraulic Retractable Shuttle Vise Material Indexer, Rapid and Creep Speed Index Vise Control, Multi-Step Full Stroke Vises with Split Front Vise and Variable Vise Pressure Control, Spring Loaded, Zero Clearance, Coolant Through, Carbide Faced Saw Guide with Lead-In Rollers, Power Driven, Coolant Flushed, Blade Cleaning Wire Brush, Flushing Hose and Auxiliary Coolant Nozzles, Hydraulic Blade Tension, Automatic Chip Conveyor, Blade Breakage/ Stall Motion Detector Shut Off Switch, Band Door Interlocks, Work Light, One 6'-1/2" Conveyor, Hydraulic System, High Efficiency Transmission, One DoAll Bi-Metal Saw Blade, Complimentary DoAll Cutting Fluids Package, Set Up Tools and Tool Box, Instruction & Parts Manuals on CD, #SMDC700NC
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31" x 39" Brand New DoALL Continental Series Fully Automatic High Production Horizontal Bandsaw, Mdl. DC-800NC, NC Control Panel: Touch Screen Control, 20 Job Presets, Multiple Language Capability, Trouble Shooting Prompts, Easy Operation, PLC Control for All Electric and Hydraulic Functions, Infinitely Variable Speed Controlled by VFD, Hydraulic Retractable Shuttle Vise Material Indexer, Rapid and Creep Speed Index Vise Control, Multi-Step Full Stroke Vises with Split Front Vise and Variable Vise Pressure Control, Spring Loaded, Zero Clearance, Coolant Through, Carbide Faced Saw Guide with Lead-In Rollers, Power Driven, Coolant Flushed, Blade Cleaning Wire Brush, Flushing Hose and Auxiliary Coolant Nozzles, Hydraulic Blade Tension, Automatic Chip Conveyor, Hydraulically Loaded, Zero Clearance, Coolant Through, Carbide Faced Saw Guide with Lead In Rollers, Blade Breakage/ Stall Motion Detector Shut Off Switch, Blade Shockproof Device, Band Door Interlocks, Work Light, One 6'-1/2" Conveyor, Hydraulic System, High Efficiency Transmission, One DoAll Bi-Metal Saw Blade, Complimentary DoAll Cutting Fluids Package, Set Up Tools and Tool Box, Instruction & Parts Manuals on CD, #SMDC800NC
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31" x 39" Brand New DoALL Continental Series Semi-Automatic High Production Horizontal Bandsaw, Mdl. DC-800SA, NC Control: Ease of Operation, Multiple Language Capability, Trouble Shooting Prompts, PLC Control for All Electric and Hydraulic Functions, Speed Transmission by Worm Gear & Shaft, Hydraulic Blade Tension, Two Step Full Stroke Vises, Idler Wheel Motion Detector, Blade Breakage/ Stall Motion Detector Shut Off Switch, Multi-Step Full Stroke Vises with Split Front Vise and Variable Vise Pressure Control, Carbide Blade Guide with Roller Bearing, Coolant through Carbide-Faced Saw Guide Inserts, Spring Loaded, Zero Clearance, Coolant Through, Carbide Faced Saw Guide with Lead-In Rollers, Power Driven, Coolant Flushed, Blade Cleaning Wire Brush, Flushing Hose and Auxiliary Coolant Nozzles, Automatic Chip Conveyor, Band Door Interlocks, Set of 6' Roller Stands, Length Setting, Work Light, One DoAll Bi-Metal Saw Blade, Complimentary DoAll Cutting Fluids Package, Set Up Tools and Tool Box, Instruction & Parts Manuals on CD, #SMDC800SA
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43" x 43" Brand New DoALL Continental Series Dual Column Semi-Automatic High Production Horizontal Bandsaw, Mdl. DC-1100SA, PLC Control for All Electric and Hydraulic Functions, Variable Vise Pressure, Hydraulic Blade Tension, Blade Deviation Monitor, Hydraulic Full Stroke Dual Vise Clamping System, Idler Wheel Motion Detector, Blade Breakage/ Stall Motion Detector Shut Off Switch, Carbide Blade Guide with Roller Bearing, Length Setting, Hydraulic Actuated Carbide Blade Guides, Hydraulic Fixed Guide Arm, Flushing Hose and Auxiliary Coolant Nozzles, Power Driven Blade Cleaning Wire Brush, Automatic Chip Conveyor, Band Door Interlocks, Infinitely Variable Blade Speed Controlled by Inverter, Cutting Depth Controller, Movable Bed, Work Light, Set of 6' Roller Stands, One DoAll Bi-Metal Saw Blade, Complimentary DoAll Cutting Fluids Package, Set Up Tools and Tool Box, Instruction & Parts Manuals on CD, #SMDC1100SA
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51" x 67" Brand New DoALL Continental Series Dual Column Semi-Automatic High Production Horizontal Bandsaw, Mdl. DC-1700SA, PLC Control for All Electric and Hydraulic Functions, Variable Vise Pressure, Hydraulic Blade Tension, Blade Deviation Monitor, Hydraulic Full Stroke Dual Vise Clamping System, Idler Wheel Motion Detector, Blade Breakage/ Stall Motion Detector Shut Off Switch, Carbide Blade Guide with Roller Bearing, Length Setting, Hydraulic Actuated Carbide Blade Guides, Hydraulic Fixed Guide Arm, Flushing Hose and Auxiliary Coolant Nozzles, Power Driven Blade Cleaning Wire Brush, Automatic Chip Conveyor, Band Door Interlocks, Infinitely Variable Blade Speed Controlled by Inverter, Cutting Depth Controller, Movable Bed, Work Light, Set of 6' Roller Stands, One DoAll Bi-Metal Saw Blade, Complimentary DoAll Cutting Fluids Package, Set Up Tools and Tool Box, Instruction & Parts Manuals on CD, #SMDC1700SA