If you need to upgrade your workshop's cutting equipment, then you might be thinking about buying a bandsaw. What are the advantages of using this kind of saw?

1. Work on Different Materials

While bandsaws are often used to cut wood, they are more versatile than you might think. They can also cut plastics and even some metals. You can switch blades and cutting tools on the saw to cope with different materials and types of cut. This makes the saw more versatile than other options which might not work on all the materials you use on your jobs.

2. Get More Versatile Cutting Options

While a bandsaw can handle straight cuts, it will also be a useful tool if you need to make shaped cuts. You get more cutting versatility and control when you use this kind of saw.

For example, a bandsaw is an efficient tool if you simply want to turn a piece of wood into thinner planks. It also works well if you're working on more precise and intricate jobs that involve shaping as well as cutting.

A bandsaw can cut perfect curves, crosscuts and irregular shapes. The saw works smoothly, and its design enables you to see more of the material you're working on. You can even cut multiple pieces at the same time, so you could speed up repetitive jobs.

3. Get Precision Cutting

Bandsaws produce consistently high-quality cuts. Depending on the model you buy, you get working help from various functions such as guides and tracking features.

You also usually get a choice of planes to work on and multiple blade options. You have more control over how the saw works and its finished results. This is particularly useful if you produce multiple identical parts or pieces that need to be uniformly sized.

4. Reduce Wastage

Some saws waste a lot of material as they cut. They often have wider blades and a bigger kerf. So, they shred more material off as they cut. You'll have to factor wastage into your project costs.

Bandsaws waste a lot less material. They typically have thinner blades and a smaller kerf. Their cuts are more precise and focused, and their reduced width blades remove less material from the working piece during each cut.

Your wastage reduces here. You won't lose as much material, and your project costs won't be adversely affected.

To find out more about bandsaws and what they could do for your workshop, contact cutting equipment suppliers.