Re: Chop saw or Band saw?
 

I used a small drop saw and had problem with not gettina staright cut, perhaps the blade needed tightened or something to that effect. Either way, the band saw yields a cleaner product.

Re: Chop saw or Band saw?
 

your very wrong about blade speed, at work i cut 304-306 Stainless at liek 200 sfpm. its all in what type of blade u use and how fast you feed.

Re: Chop saw or Band saw?
 

I cut mild steel at 200sfpm as well.

Re: Chop saw or Band saw?
 

i use this bandsaw too. i love it. i have had it for a few years. worth every penny of the $140 i spent new
https://img.photobucket.com/albums/v...ff/bandsaw.jpg

Re: Chop saw or Band saw?
 

I have a Jet brand horizontal/vertical 3/4" bandsaw that circulates oil/coolant. I absolutely love it although they are over 1k new. Cuts cleanly though.

Re: Chop saw or Band saw?
 

chop saw don't make good and straight cuts on thick stock.

Re: Chop saw or Band saw?
 

i wish i had bought a quality band saw for everyday use and a cheap chop saw for a backup cutting tool but instead i have a nice chop saw and a hf band saw.

Beau

Re: Chop saw or Band saw?
 

I have the fairly crappy Ryobi chop saw to go with my fairly nice bandsaw

Re: Chop saw or Band saw?
 

I have a delta chopsaw i bought for ~$200 CND. No, it doesn't cut true 90's consistantly. I have to dress the ends with an angle grinder. It is fast though. A bandsaw is on the wishlist for the time being. :(

Re: Chop saw or Band saw?
 

You have to take some time and adjust it properly.