Rikon Bandsaws

Rikon 10-326 with a large blade

Rikon 10-325 with a small blade

We have 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

1. 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.
2. Adjust the blade guard to slightly above the material you will be cutting.
3. 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.
4. 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)

• Rikon 14 inch 10-325 Band Saw, Installation and Setup
• Rikon 14" Bandsaw product tour

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