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We | [[File:rikonbandsawblue.jpg|400px|thumb|Rikon 10-326 with a large blade]] | ||
[[File:rikonbandsawgreen.jpg|400px|thumb|Rikon 10-325 with a small blade]] | |||
We had two Rikon bandsaws. | |||
The Blue one is a 10-326. It is equipped with a large blade, typically 5/8", and intended for making straight cuts. | The Blue one is a 10-326. It is equipped with a large blade, typically 5/8", and intended for making straight cuts. | ||
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The Green one is a 10-325. It is equipped with a small blade, typically 1/4", and is able to do straight or curved cuts. | The Green one is a 10-325. It is equipped with a small blade, typically 1/4", and is able to do straight or curved cuts. | ||
Details on both Rikon bandsaws: | |||
*Blade length: 111" | |||
*Blade width: 3/16” - 3/4” (4.78 - 19 mm) | |||
*Maximum Cutting Width (throat): 13-5/8” (346 mm) | |||
*Maximum Cutting Depth (height): 13” (330 mm) | |||
=Manual and Guides= | =Manual and Guides= | ||
*[https://drive.google.com/file/d/124H4pD1FXnOCYNXIe1bREsKh59fAOAeL/view?usp=sharing Manual 10-326] (for Blue) | *[https://drive.google.com/file/d/124H4pD1FXnOCYNXIe1bREsKh59fAOAeL/view?usp=sharing Manual 10-326] (for Blue) | ||
*[https://drive.google.com/open?id=1EQEM2lXQafXeuVqnCpdztxtcIfSTQIJF&authuser=admin@portcitymakerspace.com&usp=drive_fs Manual 10-325] (for Green) | *[https://drive.google.com/open?id=1EQEM2lXQafXeuVqnCpdztxtcIfSTQIJF&authuser=admin@portcitymakerspace.com&usp=drive_fs Manual 10-325] (for Green) | ||
=Use and Cleanup= | |||
#Use the right blade for your job. A thicker blade (1/2" or larger) is best for straight cuts in thick material. A thinner blade (around 1/4" or smaller) is better for curved cuts in thin material. | |||
#Adjust the blade guard to slightly above the material you will be cutting. | |||
#Clean up when you are done. Use a handbroom or vacuum to clean the table, underneath the table, and the lower compartment where dust really collects. | |||
#Lower the blade guard when you are done. This is for safety - less exposed blade means less risk to people in the shop. | |||
=Videos= | =Videos= | ||
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*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=afGNbVrBiFE Band Saw Circle Cutting Jig] - Mike Waldt | *[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=afGNbVrBiFE Band Saw Circle Cutting Jig] - Mike Waldt | ||
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mBVIuHWPLrE Turning a Bowl on a Bandsaw] - EthAnswers by Stockroom Supply | *[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mBVIuHWPLrE Turning a Bowl on a Bandsaw] - EthAnswers by Stockroom Supply | ||
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Latest revision as of 17:19, 18 February 2025
We had two Rikon bandsaws.
The Blue one is a 10-326. It is equipped with a large blade, typically 5/8", and intended for making straight cuts.
The Green one is a 10-325. It is equipped with a small blade, typically 1/4", and is able to do straight or curved cuts.
Details on both Rikon bandsaws:
- Blade length: 111"
- Blade width: 3/16” - 3/4” (4.78 - 19 mm)
- Maximum Cutting Width (throat): 13-5/8” (346 mm)
- Maximum Cutting Depth (height): 13” (330 mm)
Manual and Guides
- Manual 10-326 (for Blue)
- Manual 10-325 (for Green)
Use and Cleanup
- Use the right blade for your job. A thicker blade (1/2" or larger) is best for straight cuts in thick material. A thinner blade (around 1/4" or smaller) is better for curved cuts in thin material.
- Adjust the blade guard to slightly above the material you will be cutting.
- Clean up when you are done. Use a handbroom or vacuum to clean the table, underneath the table, and the lower compartment where dust really collects.
- Lower the blade guard when you are done. This is for safety - less exposed blade means less risk to people in the shop.
Videos
Machine set up (Blue)
- Bandsaw Basics
- Bandsaw blades
- Rikon 10 326 Setup - kennyearrings1
- Set up and tracking adjustment
Machine set up (Green)
Resawing
- Woodworking Tips: Band Saw - Resawing - WoodWorkers Guild Of America
- The physics of bandsaw resawing - Matthias Wandel
Cutting Logs
- Milling a Bowl blank on the Bandsaw: woodturning with Sam Angelo - WYOMINGWOODTURNER
Cutting Bowls/Circles
- Band Saw Circle Cutting Jig - Mike Waldt
- Turning a Bowl on a Bandsaw - EthAnswers by Stockroom Supply