The JC BandSaw v.0.0.2

grabcad

I'm sharing my second "semi-finished" project. It looks like Frankenstein, but I'll leave the rest unsaid . First, let's consider the drawbacks. The work table is uncomfortably low. To address this, the entire machine must be elevated, increasing its overall height to more than 2 meters. The electro motor isn't installed; instead, I plan to utilize a washing machine motor rated at 0.35 kW - which should suffice for the initial start-up. Several custom parts will need to be fabricated and I'll order these from a "laser cut" and "bending" factory. Main wheels are constructed from glued plywood while the bottom pulley features a V-belt, however, my motor comes equipped with J8 belts; Aliexpress should enable me to resolve this issue. Another consideration regarding the main wheels is that they will be mounted on wheel hubs provided courtesy of a Cadillac SRX - gifted to me by my skilled auto mechanic friend. The benefits? Unfortunately, I have yet to tally the BOM (Bill of Materials) and its related costs, but it seems clear the total price for this endeavour should be astonishingly low. Secondarily, the ultra-wide variety of saw bands that may be utilised in this setup is noteworthy. Top wheel framing enables around 50 centimeters movement without a particular reason I'm providing here . Furthermore, there remains the potential implementation of an additional third wheel which could compensate the considerable extra length needed for some particularly long saw band versions. That said - I'm confident as to the current status despite any questions others may harbour; now go about your day, all should be good !