Axminster AW1400B User guide

AW1400B

Bandsaw

Code 107710

Original Instructions

AT: 30/07/25

BOOK VERSION: 13

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The Set Up

Guide

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INDEX OF CONTENTS

EU Declaration of Conformity 02
What’s Included 03-04
General Instructions for 230V Machines 05-06
Specification 06
Assembly 06-07-08
Illustration and Parts Description 09-10-11-12-13
Setting Up the Saw 14-15-16-17-18-19
Operating Instructions 19-20
Changing the Saw Blade 20-21
Routine Maintenance 22
Machine Footprint 23
Bandsaw Blade Information 24-25
AW1400B Bandsaw Blades 26
Bandsaw Trouble Shooting/Accessories 26
UJK Technology Bandsaw Buddy 27
Exploded Diagrams/Lists 28-29-30-31
Wiring Diagram 31

EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

The symbols below advise the correct safety procedures when using this machine.

Fully read manual

and safety instructions

before use

Ear protection

should be worn

Eye protection

should be worn

2

Dust mask

should be worn

HAZARD

Motor gets hot

WHAT’S INCLUDED

Quantity Item Part Model Number

1 Craft Bandsaw A
1 Bandsaw Blade 1,400mm Long 6mm 6TPI

(Mounted on the saw but not tensioned)

1 Table B

1 Fence Rail C
1 Fence Assembly D
1 Mitre Fence (Optional Accessory) E Code: 102919
1 Push Stick F
1 Fence Rail Scale Strip (see pages 17-19 for mounting instructions)

Fixings

4 M6 x 12mm Caphead Screws G
4 M6 Washers H
4 M8x12mm Bolts I
4 M8 Washers J
1 Angled Bolt and Nut K
1 3-4mm Hex Key L
4 Adjustable Rubber Feet M
1 Instruction Manual

Having unpacked your saw (see below) and its accessories please dispose of any unwanted packaging
properly. The cardboard packaging is biodegradable.

AW1400B

M

A

B

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WHAT’S INCLUDED

D

F

C

E

J

Optional Mitre Fence
Code: 102919

K

L

4

HI G

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR 230V MACHINES

The following will enable you to observe good
working practices, keep yourself and fellow workers
safe and maintain your tools and equipment in good
working order.

WARNING!! KEEP TOOLS AND
EQUIPMENT OUT OF REACH OF
YOUNG CHILDREN

KEEP WORK AREA AS
UNCLUTTERED AS IS
PRACTICAL. UNDER NO
CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD
CHILDREN BE ALLOWED IN
THE WORK AREA.

Mains Powered Tools

• Tools are supplied with an attached 13 Amp plug.

• Inspect the cable and plug to ensuree that neither

are damaged. Repair if necessary by a suitably
qualified person.

• Do not use when or where it is liable to get wet.

Workplace

• Do not use 230V a.c. powered tools anywhere

within a site area that is flooded.

• Keep machine clean.

• Leave machine unplugged until work is about to

commence.

• Always disconnect by pulling on the plug body
and not the cable.

• Carry out a final check e.g. check the cutting tool.

is securely tightened in the machine and
correct speed and function set.

the

• Ensure you are comfortable before you start work,

balanced, not reaching etc.

• Wear appropriate safety clothing, goggles, gloves,
masks etc. Wear ear defenders at all times.

• If you have long hair wear a hair net or helmet to
prevent it being caught up in the rotating parts of
the machine.

• Consideration should be given to the removal of
rings and wristwatches.

• Consideration should also be given to non-slip
footwear etc.

• If another person is to use the machine, ensure they
are suitably qualified to use it.

• Do not use the machine if you are tired or distracted

• Do not use this machine within the designated

safety areas of flammable liquid stores or in areas
where there may be volatile gases.

• Check cutters are correct type and size, are
undamaged and are kept clean and sharp, this will
maintain their operating performance and lessen
the loading on the machine.

•

OBSERVE….

happening around you and

SENSE.

make sure you know what is

USE YOUR COMMON

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SPECIFICATION

Code 107710

Model AW1400B

Rating Home Workshop

Power 250W 230V 1ph

Blade Speed 800 m/min

Blade Length 1,400 mm

Blade Width Min/Max 4.8 mm (3/16") to 9.5 mm (3/8")

Max Width of Cut 200 mm

Max Depth of Cut 80 mm

Max Width of Cut with Fence 102 mm

Airflow 200 m3/hr

Table Size 300 x 300 mm

Table Tilt 0-45°

Table Height 290 mm

Wheel Diameter 200 mm

Dust Extraction Outlet 40 mm

Overall L x W x H 450 x 430 x 700 mm

Weight 20 kg

Please read the Instruction Manual prior to using your new machine; as well as the operating procedures for
your new machine, there are numerous hints and tips to help you to use the machine safely and to maintain
its efficiency and prolong its life.

Keep this Instruction Manual readily accessible for any others who may also be required to use the
machine.

ASSEMBLY

Fitting the Rubber Feet

Locate the four adjustable rubber feet (M), screw
each foot in turn into each corner to the underside of
the bandsaws base, see fig A & B. Stand the bandsaw
upright, adjust each foot until the bandsaw is level.
Nip-up the locking nuts against the frame to secure
in position.

Locking nut

Mounting

bracket

A

Thread rubber foot

B

Fitting the Table

NOTE: The table can be fitted without removing the
bandsaw blade. However, if you feel safer with the
bade removed, loosen the blade tensioning knob
(A),see fig 01 and very carefully remove the blade. To
refit the blade refer to pages 18-19 for “Changing the
Saw Blade”.

WARNING! WE ADVISE YOU
WEAR GLOVES AS THE BLADE
HAS SHARP TEETH!

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ASSEMBLY

Fig 01

Step 1 Locate the bandsaw table (B), the four M6

caphead screws (G) and washers (H). Slot the blade
into the table’s slot and line up the threaded holes
in the table with the pre-drilled holes on the tilt
quadrant, see fig 02.

Fig 02

Fitting the Fence

Step 1 Locate the fence rail (C), fence assembly (D),

four M8 bolts (I) and washers (J). Place a washer over
the end of each bolt and lightly screw the bolts into
the threaded holes beneath the front of the table (B),
see fig 04. NOTE: Leave sufficient distance between

the bolt head and table for mounting the fence
rail.

Step 2 Find the fence rail (C), line up the half moon

cutouts with the four bolts in the table and insert the
fence rail up against the table (B), see fig 05.

Fig 04

Fig 05

Step 2 Place a washer (H) over each M6 caphead

screw (G),screw the caphead screws through the
tilt quadrant into the table and tighten using the
supplied spanner, see fig 03.

Fig 03

Secure the fence rail (C) in position by tightening the
four bolts with the supplied spanner, see fig 06.

Fig 06

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ASSEMBLY

Step 3 Locate the fence assembly (D). Lower the
fence over the table until the clamping lever
assembly slots into the fence rail’s “T” slot. NOTE:

Make sure the clamping hook to the rear of the
fence (D) has engaged over the rear of the table.

Twist the locking lever clockwise to adjust the
clamping tension.(two rotations should be adequate)
then press down the lever to lock the fence in
position, see figs 07-08.

Fig 07

Fence rail “T” slot

Clamping lever

Fig 08

Fig 09-10

K

Step 4 Locate the angled bolt (K), screw the

threaded end of the bolt into the threaded hole to
the top of the bandsaw frame and, using the supplied
10mm spanner, tighten with the nut to lock the bolt
in position, see fig 09. Find the push stick (F) and
hook it onto the angled bolt (K), see fig 10.

F

Fig 11

Table “T” slot

Step 5 Locate the optional mitre fence assembly (E)
and slide it into the table’s “T” slot, see fig 11.

8

Upper wheel door

ILLUSTRATION AND PARTS DESCRIPTION

Blade tensioning knob

Upper door locking knob

Upper blade guide and guard

Guide fence

ON/OFF buttons

Lower wheel door

Blade

Fence guide rail

Saw table ‘ T’ slot for mitre fence

Lower door locking knob

Table insert

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ILLUSTRATION AND PARTS DESCRIPTION

OFF

ON

Optional mitre fence assembly (A)

Index and pointer (B)

A

B

Blade guide adjusting knob (A)

Blade guide clamp (B)

Table levelling stop bolt

ON/OFF NVR switch assembly

B

A

Tracking control knob (A)

Tracking control butterfly lock (B)

A

C

Blade tensioning knob

Tilt quadrant (A), Tilt scale (B)

Tilt scale pointer and adjusting screw (C)

10

Tracking control
knob and lock

Upper blade guide
adjusting knob

Upper blade guide clamp

ILLUSTRATION AND PARTS DESCRIPTION

Main saw frame

Saw table

Tilt mechanism

Tilt mechanism clamp

Power cable

Motor assembly

Motor air vents

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ILLUSTRATION AND PARTS DESCRIPTION

A

B

C

Lower blade guide assembly (A)

Guide bearing & adjustment caphead bolt (B)

Guide bearing locking grub screws (C)

Rear thrust bearing & clamping bolt (D)

Guide assembly fore and aft clamping bolt (E)

Blade tensioning spring (A),

under tension

Blade tensioning spring (B)

with no tension applied

Upper blade guide assembly (A)

Guide bearing locking grub screws (B)

Guide bearing adjustment caphead bolts (C)

Rear thrust bearing and clamping bolt(D)

Guide assembly fore and aft clamping bolt (E)

Decrease tension

Increase tension

Twist the locking lever clockwise to adjust the clamping

tension, (Two rotations should be adequate) then press

12

down the lever to lock the fence in position.

Fence clamping lever

ILLUSTRATION AND PARTS DESCRIPTION

Upper door micro switch

Upper saw wheel

Upper wheel mounting

Blade guide assembly

Saw table slot

Lower saw wheel

Lower door micro switch

Dust extraction outletSaw wheel brush

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SETTING UP THE SAW

DISCONNECT THE SAW FROM
THE MAINS SUPPLY!

Tensioning and tracking the blade

Make sure both top and bottom blade guide
are well clear of the blade.

Open the front covers fully, giving good access to
the top compartment of the saw and good visibility
into the bottom compartment, see page 13. For
tracking the blade first adjust all bearing guides so
that they’re well clear of the blade. Check that the
blade is sitting approximately in the middle of the
wheels, see fig 12.

Apply some tension to the blade by turning the
tensioning wheel clockwise. Spin the top wheel by
hand, and check that the blade remains centrally on
the tyre, see fig 13. If it does not, loosen the tracking
control lock and adjust the tracking by turning the
tracking control at the rear of the upper saw wheel
compartment, see fig 14. Viewed directly onto the
tracking control wheel, turning clockwise should
cause the blade to track to the rear of the tyre,
anti-clockwise to the front (DO NOT make large

adjustments).

Fig 12

Blade

Tyre

Fig 13

Spin the top wheel again, check again. Continue
until the blade tracks in the centre of the tyres with
no appreciable to and fro movement. Tension the
blade fully. A sideways push on the blade should
allow a maximum of 1 centimetre of movement
with moderate pressure on the blade. Check the
tracking again, adjust if necessary.

Connect the power to the machine. Stand clear and
start the saw, check that the saw is running smoothly,
(no thumps, bumps,knocking or excessive vibration)
and the blade appears to be tracking correctly (in
one place). You can check this by holding a marker
e.g. a pencil, close to the back of the blade (approach
from the back of the blade only) and check that the
gap remains constant. If it doesn’t, adjust the tracking
until it does. If you adjust the tracking with the saw
running, make very small adjustments and wait for
the saw to react before you adjust again, sometimes
the reaction is not instantaneous. Once you are
satisfied that the tracking is correct switch the
machine off and allow it to run to a stop. Retighten
the tracking control lock.

Fig 14

Tracking control lock

Tracking control

DISCONNECT THE SAW FROM
THE MAINS SUPPLY!

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SETTING UP THE SAW

Checking the table is square

If the preset table stop has been fitted, proceed as
follows:-

Loosen the lift and shift handle clamping the tilt
mechanism, see fig 15, and turn the table hard
against its stop. This is a bolt with a lock nut screwed
into the underside of the table, see fig 16, that acts as
a stop when it strikes the machine frame. Tighten the
butterfly nut.

Fig 15-16

Lift & Shift Handle

Check that the blade is perpendicular to the table. If it
is not, try resetting the table.

If it is still not correct, loosen the locking nut and
adjust the bolt until perpendicularity is achieved, see
fig 16. Tighten the lock nut and then re-check. When
you are satisfied that the table is set correctly, check
that the pointer of the tilt gauge reads zero, if not,
adjust it, see fig 18.

Fig 18

B

A

Tilt pointer (A) and tilt gauge (B)

Setting the Fence

Always make sure the fence is parallel to the table
by placing an engineer’s rule against the fence and
setting equal distances to the front and back face of
the fence, see figs 19-20.

Fig 19-20

Locking nut

Make sure the upper blade guide is raised as high as
possible. Place a square on the table and move it up
against the blade (behind the teeth), see fig 17.

Fig 17

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Back face

Front face

‘T’ slot

Continues Over...

SETTING UP THE SAW

DISCONNECT THE SAW FROM
THE MAINS SUPPLY!

Fig 24-25

Setting the Blade Guides

Lower the upper blade guide to approximately 1

1

/

”(38mm) above the table by loosening the blade

2

guide height clamp and turning the adjusting knob.
Clamp in place, see figs 21-22. Loosen the bolt (A)
holding the guide assembly in place, see fig 23.
Adjust the fore or aft position so that the leading
edges of the side guide bearings are approximately
2mm behind the gullets of the saw blade. Re-tighten
the clamping bolt, see figs 24-25.

Fig 21-22

Steel rule

38mm

Adjusting knob

Guide assembly

2mm

Guide Bearings

Fig 26

1mm behind the blade

Guide Bearing

clamping grub

screw

Blade guide clamp

Fig 23

Loosen the bolt (B) that clamps the rear thrust
bearing and move the thrust bearing so it’s 1mm
behind the blade; re-tighten the clamping bolt, see
fig 26. Turn the blade by hand to check the thrust
bearing turns. Loosen the two grub screws to the rear
of the guide assembly, see fig 26. Using a Hex key
move the bearings (D), approximately 0.5mm from
each side of the blade, see fig 27. Re-tighten the grub
screws to lock the bearing in place.

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SETTING UP THE SAW

Fig 27

Setting the Lower Blade Guides

NOTE: For easier access to the lower blade guides
it is recommended you remove the table.

Open the lower wheel access door and the lower
blade guard door, see fig 28. Repeat the procedures
as described for the upper blade guides and
thrust bearing, see fig 29. Once all adjustments are
completed rotate the blade, replace the table and
close the blade guard door.

Fig 28-29

Lower guide Bearing

Setting the Fence Scale

NOTE: MAKESURE THE TABLE
AND FENCE IS SQUARE TO THE
BLADE!

The fence scale strip does not come pre-mounted to
the fence rail and need to be stuck in place. NOTE:

Before sticking the scale down makesure the table
and fence assembly is square to the blade. Follow

the instruction below.

Fig 30

1) Place a square against the blade & adjust the table

until it’s square to the blade.

Fig 31

Lower thrust bearing

Close the upper and lower doors, re-connect the
power, switch the saw on, allow to run for several
minutes, check that the blade is still tracking
correctly, there is no excessive vibration, etc. Switch
off and wait until the saw comes to a complete stop.
The saw is ready to be used.

2) Position the fence against the bandsaw blade and

lock in place.

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SETTING UP THE SAW

Fig 32 Fig 35

3) Check the fence is square to the table. 5) Using a pencil, ‘MARK’ the position on the guide
fence rail. Remove the fence assembly.

Fig 36-37Fig 33-34

Pencil mark

Scale ‘ZERO’ line

4) Using a steel rule check the fence is still in-line with

the cast iron table.

6) Peal off the backing from the scale strip, line-up the
‘ZERO’ line with the pencil ‘MARK’ and carefully stick
down the strip onto the fence rail.

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SETTING UP THE SAW

Fig 38 Fig 39

7) Place the fence back on the table and up against the blade, lock in place. The fence should be alligned with

the ‘ZERO’ line on the scale.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Make sure you have read and fully understood the

general instructions and safety precautions that are
printed in the preceding pages of this manual.

2. Before connecting the machine to the supply;

check the tool for obvious signs of damage, paying
particular attention to the plug and the power cable.
Rectify or have rectified any damage you discover.
Check that the blade you are using is the correct one
for the job in hand. Change the blade if necessary.
Check the blade is not damaged; is clean, sharp,
tracks properly and is correctly tensioned.

3. Set the upper blade guide to approximately 12mm

(1/2”) above the height of the work piece.

4. Check, especially on site, that there are no foreign

objects e.g. old nails, screws, small stones etc.
embedded in the material you are about to cut.

5. Check that all accessories, tools etc., that have been

used to set the machine up, are removed and set
carefully aside or stowed away correctly.

6. Ensure the machine is switched off. Plug the

power cable into a correctly rated switched socket

UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES
SHOULD CHILDREN BE ALLOWED IN
THE WORK AREA AND KEEP TOOLS
AND EQUIPMENT OUT OF REACH OF
YOUNG CHILDREN!

CONNECT A DUST EXTRACTION
MACHINE TO THE SAW.

outlet. If extension leads are being used, check
these for damage, do not use if damaged; if you are
working outside, check that any extension cables in
use are rated for outside work. Switch on. Allow the
saw to run up to speed.

7. Make sure that the material you are about to cut
is within the machine capacity, and the cut you are
about to make is within the blade’s capabilities. e.g.

Do not try to cut a 1” radius curve using a 5/8” blade.

8. Make sure the blade is not in contact with the

material when you start the saw. Start the cutting
operation.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Do not try to cut too quickly; the correct cutting
speed, if one could be so precise, would never see
the blade pushed back against the thrust bearing.
The saw would cut and clear the saw line at the rate
the work piece was fed into it. If you notice that you
require more and more pressure to effect the cut,
and the blade is in continual contact with the thrust
bearing, the chances are the blade is becoming blunt.
Check and change if necessary.

Do not let go of the work piece; if you have to change
your grip, make sure one hand is holding the material
at all times.

9. If you are cutting long pieces of material think

about sawing cutouts (i.e. a saw cut from the edge
of the material to the saw line) along the saw line
so that you can discard the off cuts as you progress
down the saw line.

10. Observe the old woodworkers’ adage of never

allowing your hand/fingers within one handbreadth
of the blade.

11. If you have to cut very small pieces of material,

arrange or manufacture some form of ‘shoe’ to carry
the timber. If the work piece is exceptionally small,
find something to use as a sacrificial carrier and
mount the work piece on it with double sided tape,
or similar.

12. Remember to check the blade tension after a
new blade has been ‘working’ for 30-60 mins. The
blade will ‘stretch’ slightly when new.

13. Do not release the tension on the saw blade
when work is complete. The blades and the main
saw frame do not respond kindly to frequent large
changes in stress and tension. Only release the
tension to change the blade or if the blade is to be
removed because the machine is to be ‘mothballed’
for a lengthy time period. The blade in tension over
a long period of non-use will cause the tyres to
develop ‘flat’ spots.

14. Open the saw cut, either by pulling apart or
driving a wedge in close to the back of the blade.
Try to “wriggle” the blade free of the saw. If this is not
possible; check that the saw is free in the cut, start
the saw, allow it to run up to speed and ‘cut out’ as
quickly as possible. The removal of the ‘off cut’ may
well prevent the saw jamming again if you resume
the original cut.

USE THE SUPPLIED PUSH STICK
WHEN CUTTING SMALL PIECES.

WARNING! IF THE SAW JAMS!
SWITCH OFF IMMEDIATELY.

CHANGING THE SAW BLADE

DISCONNECT THE SAW
FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY!

Put the table back to the level position if it has been
tilted. Set the upper blade guide assembly
approximately midway in the throat. Open the top
and bottom covering doors. Remove the fence and
guide rail and place safely aside. Slacken the blade
tension by turning the blade tensioning wheel
anti-clockwise, until the blade can be easily slipped
off the wheels, see fig 30.

Remove the blade carefully, “wriggling” it clear of the
upper blade guard, and out through the slot in the
table. NOW is an excellent time to clean out the
interior of the machine, remove the impacted ‘crud’
from the tyres, apply a little light oil to the screw

Fig 30

Slacken the blade by turning the
tensioning wheel anti-clockwise

threads of the blade tensioner, and the tracking
control. The pivots and the slides of the top wheel

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CHANGING THE SAW BLADE

mounting assembly could likewise be lightly oiled.
If you are fitting a new blade it will have been
supplied to you “folded”, bound together in this
configuration with tape or tie wrap. Also check the
blade did not “unfold” inside out. i.e. looking at the
right side front of the loop, the teeth should be on
the front of the blade, and pointing down. If you
can’t arrive at this view, turn the blade inside out
from its current position and look again.

NOTE: BE VERY CAUTIOUS WHEN
YOU “UNFOLD” THE BLADE; IT
TENDS TO ‘SPRING’ OPEN, BLADE
AND TEETH GOING EVERYWHERE.

MAKE SURE THE BLADE
TEETH ARE POINTING DOWN!

Open up all blade guide pins so that they are clear
of the blade. Hold the blade approximately midway
on either side of the loop and feed into the table slot.
When you get to the table insert cutout void, work
the left side of the loop into the slot in the guard in
the neck of the main saw frame. “Wriggle” the right
hand side of the blade through the guard on the
upper blade guide assembly. Ease the blade over the
wheels and locate the blade in both the upper and

Fig 31

lower blade guides, see fig 31. Apply some tension
to the blade. Turn the top wheel by hand to ensure
the blade will not skip off the wheels and the blade is
travelling in the blade guides, see fig 32. Apply a little
more tension and check by once again spinning the

Fig 32

upper saw wheel by hand. Loosen the upper blade
guide clamp and set the upper blade guide assembly
so that the top of the blade guide is level with the
centre of the top drive wheel, see fig 33. Re-tighten
the clamp.

Fig 33

Top drive wheel

Blade guide

When you are sure that the blade is “ON” and stable,
re-fit the fence rail and fence. Now carry out the
procedures as detailed in “Setting up the Saw”.

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ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

Daily

• Keep the machine clean.

• Check the saw blade for missing teeth and

cracks, see fig 34.

• Spray oil the bare metal surfaces.

Weekly

• Open the top & bottom wheel covers and clean out

all saw dust.

Clean out impacted ‘crud’ & saw dust

Monthly

• Open the lower and upper doors and check the
condition of the tyres & the drive belt, see fig 34.

• Clean impacted ‘crud’ from the tyres, apply a little
oil to the screw threads of the blade and drive belt
tensioners. DO NOT USE OIL near the belt.

• The pivots and the slides of the top wheel mounting
assembly and the captive stub axle of the belt
tensioner in its slot could likewise be lightly oiled.

• Using an air line (wearing goggles) blow out the
vents in the motor casing, see fig 35.

Fig 34

a

b

Clean out impacted ‘crud’ & saw dust

Fig 35

• Check for missing teeth (a)

• Check the condition of the tyres (b)

• Blow out motor vents (c)

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MACHINE FOOTPRINT

700

330

450

270

430

2323

BANDSAW BLADE INFORMATION

About Axcaliber Bandsaw Blades

Axcaliber bandsaw blades are manufactured at
Axminster using advanced CNC machining, high
precision digital measuring equipment and
specialised heat treatment facilities. Detailed quality
checks are performed at each stage of manufacture
using the most modern inspection equipment. The
result is a blade which consistently cuts straighter,
has harder, longer-life teeth and which gives a
superior finish to the work. The final step in the
manufacturing process is one of the most
important; the weld. We have invested heavily in this
area through the purchase of precision welding and
grinding equipment and are, as a result, one of the
few companies worldwide able to offer a fully
guaranteed weld. Blades are cut accurately to length
then, using an IDEAL bandsaw blade welder, a high
voltage current is passed through the blade to
achieve a precision butt weld. The weld is annealed
to remove any brittleness and danger of fatigue and
then hand dressed to produce a perfectly smooth
joint.

Choosing the Right Tooth Pitch (tpi)

3 tpi (skip form)

Used for deep cutting especially rip cuts, this blade
will leave a rough sawn finish although slow feed rate
and high tension will improve the finish of the cut.

10 tpi (regular)

Good for cutting plywood and MDF as well as
non-ferrous metals and plastics. The finish is good
when cutting natural timbers but the feed rate
should be slow and maximum depth of cut should
not exceed 50mm. When cutting metals reduce the
speed as much as possible especially when cutting
ferrous metals or cast iron.

14 tpi (regular)

A very clean cutting blade for plywood, plastics and
MDF although too fine for natural timbers unless
they are very thin sections (sub 25mm thick). The
14tpi blade is very good to use on slow speeds when
cutting non-ferrous metals. A slow feed speed should
be used at all times with a blade tooth pitch this fine.

Blade Width

Always use the widest saw blade possible; it is
stronger and will withstand greater feed pressures
without flexing. Consult your machine manual for
the maximum and minimum blade widths that it will
accept. The minimum radius of curve for each blade
width is as follows:

4 tpi (skip form)

Good for general-purpose use with a degree of
cutting across the grain and with the grain, reason­able finish can be achieved with slower feed rates
and good tension.

6 tpi (skip form)

The ideal general purpose blade suitable for cross
cutting up to 150mm and ripping in sections up to
50mm thick although thicker sections can be cut
using slow feed rates. This tooth form will give a
clean finish and is very well suited to natural timbers.

Blade width Minimum radius

9.5mm (3/8”) 27mm (1 1/16”)

6mm (1/4”) 19mm (3/4”)

4.8mm (3/16”) 13mm (1/2”)

3mm (1/8”) 10mm (3/8”)

Blade Length

This is determined by your machine model. A list of
the most popular machines and their blade lengths is
found in the catalogue.

Blade Tooth Form

Standard Blade Tooth Forms: We supply bandsaw
blades with one of two tooth forms, skip or regular:

2424

The skip tooth is provided on coarse tooth blades,
those with 3, 4 and 6 teeth per inch; it has a wide
shallow gullet with plenty of space for waste to
collect. Please note that the quality of the cut can be
adversely affected by sawdust packing between the
teeth.

The regular, or triangular, tooth form is provided on
blades with 10 or more teeth per inch where, because
of the reduced material removal, there is less need for
waste storage.

Premium Bandsaw Blades

•Premium blades made from M42 with 8% cobalt.

• Long life with high resistance to heat, abrasion and

vibration.

• Variable pitch teeth for wider ranging applications.

• Also used for cutting metal on horizontal bandsaws

Blades are available in three variable pitch forms
4-6tpi, 6-10tpi and 10-14tpi.

High Carbon Bandsaw Blades

• General purpose range of blades for wood and

metal cutting.

• Comprehensive range of lengths widths and tooth

configuration.

• Hardened and long lasting teeth.

BANDSAW BLADE INFORMATION

4-6tpi

6-10tpi

10-14tpi

Ground Tooth Bandsaw Blades

• Diamond ground teeth staying sharper for at least

30% longer.

• Smoother cut over general purpose milled tooth

blades.

• Comprehensive range of lengths, widths and tooth

configuration.

Back Tooth Bandsaw Blades

• Specifically designed for curve cutting so ideal for

wood turners.

• Back tooth design allows better clearance and

tighter curves.

• Available in one width of 5/16” (8mm) x 4 tpi.

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AW1400B BANDSAW BLADES

Standard Axcaliber Bandsaw Blades

TPI Width Code

6 1/4" 508253
10 1/4" 508254
14 1/4” 508255
24 1/4” 508256
32 1/4” 508257

1,400mm(55”) x 0.014”

Axminster AW1400B Craft Bandsaw

TPI Width Code

4 3/8" 508258
6 3/8” 508259
10 3/8” 508260
14 3/8” 508261

BANDSAW TROUBLE SHOOTING/ACCESSORIES

Trouble Shooting

Bandsaws are relatively simple machines and
with all machinery regular servicing (preventative
maintenance) is essential to get the best from your
saw.

• This is the most common question that
you will get from bandsaw users. Usually
the answer lies within the blade; poor

‘My bandsaw

won’t cut

straight”

“My bandsaw

vibrates”

quality blades with uneven set, the blade
is blunt or damaged often only on one
side, the tooth count is far too high for
the material being cut -remember 2
teeth minimum and 10 teeth maximum
in the workpiece.

• The fence is out of line with the blade.

• Clean machine wheels.

• Check blade is running correctly on
wheels.

• Check blade weld – is it in line?

• Check machine is not on an uneven floor.

Accessories

Please visit our website at

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Mitre Fences

Bandsaw

Blades

Lubricants and

Maintenance

Tools

“My bandasw

slows down

when cutting”

“Can I cut steel

on my

bandsaw?”

• Check drive belt is tensioned correctly.

• If cutting hard or wet material slow
your feed rate down.

• Check blade is sharp and not too fine.

• Make sure that when curve cutting a
narrow blade is used- see unit 5 blade
and cutter types.

• No , most woodcutting bandsaws run
far too fast to cut steel even if a metal
cutting blade is fitted.

Squares

Extractors

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UJK TECHNOLOGY BANDSAW BUDDY

Code: 101807

INTRODUCTION

• Bandsaw Buddy is a unique bandsaw blade
aligning tool. Bandsaw Buddy allows you to check
the alignment of the bandsaw blade to the face of
the fence. Most other checks only require the use
of a combination or engineer’s square. Truing the
fence to the blade is tricky. Bandsaw Buddy has two
rare earth magnets which hold it firmly on the blade.
At 250mm long it is easy to spot any discrepancy
and then make necessary adjustments. The magnets
will keep it safely stored on the bandsaw’s frame
when not in use.

• A scale on the tip helps set the bandsaw fence
for cutting veneers or thin boards. Holes along the
Buddy’s length at 12.5mm intervals allow you to draw
arcs or circles in 25mm steps from 75mm to 400mm,
a useful feature for marking curves or when cutting
bowl blanks. Accurately machined from anodised
aluminium, it also makes a handy straight edge.

Marking Gauge Accurate Marking

An easy to use circle marking
gauge for bowl blanks from
75mm to 400mm radius in
increments of 25mm.

The bandsaw buddy can be
used as a straight edge for
accurate marking.

KEY FEATURES

• Designed and made in Axminster

• Unique bandsaw blade aligning tool

• Checks the alignment of blade to the face of the fence

• Rare earth magnets hold it firmly on the blade

• 250mm long makes it easy to spot any discrepancy

• Scale on the tip helps set fence for cutting veneers or

thin boards

• Holes for drawing circles in 25mm steps from 75 to

400mm

• Accurately machined from anodised aluminium

Thickness Gauge Perfect Alignment

A convenient and accurate
metric thickness gauge, great
for veneering.

Rare earth magnets securely
hold the rule to the blade.
This enables you to align your
rip fence and table perfectly
parallel with the blade.

Keep your buddy
on hand

Once you’ve used your
Bandsaw Buddy the
integrated magnets allow
simple storage on your
bandsaw

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EXPLODED DIAGRAMS/LISTS

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EXPLODED DIAGRAMS/LISTS

No. Description

2 Key 5x14

3 Wing nut M8

4 Spring,lock plate

5 Washer 6

6 Washer 10

8 Motor

9 Guide bracket

10 Blade tensioner

11 worktable

12 Ratchet lever M6

14 Bearing bolt support upper

15 Lower wheel

16 Upper wheel

17 Bearing bolt upper

18 Table trunnion upper

19 Guide piece

20 Worktable support

21 Bandsaw tyre

22 Locking frame for rip fence

23 Rip fence

24 Washer block

25 Front rail

26 Lock plate for rip fence

27 Lock rod for rip fence

28 Saw blade

29 Upper guide guard base

31 Slide board

32 Dust port

36 Adjusting gear

37 Hex.bolt

40 Locking nut

41 Locking handle

42 Locking handle housing

43 Switch plate

44 Switch

45 Adjusting nut

46 Push stick hook

47 Brush

48 Pin guide

54 Spring

55 Dishing cover

56 Thread rod

57 Tension pin

58 Guide board

59 Knob for door

60 Setting knob

61 Hinge of the door

62 Setting knob

63 Spacer bushing

64 Table insert

65 Cover board

66 Hex.bolt M6X12

67 Hex.bolt M6X40

68 Washer 6

69 Flange nut M6

70 Square neck bolt M6X16

71 Hex.nut M6

72 Adjusting knob

73 Hex.bolt M8X16

74 Washer 8

75 Thin hex.nut M8

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EXPLODED DIAGRAMS/LISTS

76 Hex.socket cap head screw M5X25

77 Hex.socket cap head screw M5X16

78 Self-lock nut M5

79 Hex.nut M5

80 Hex.socket cap head screw M6X16

81 Spring washer 6

82 Thicken washer 6

84 Hex.socket set screw M6X6

87 Cross recessed pan head screw

M4X10

88 Washer 5

89 Hex.nut M4

90 Mitre gauge

91 Pointer,worktable support

92 Pointer,mitre gauge

93 Cross recessed pan head screw

M4X6

94 Cross recessed countersunk screw

M4X6

96 Cross recessed countersunk screw

M4X12

97 Cross recessed pan head tapping

screw ST4.2X12

98 Square neck bolt M6X25

99 Square neck bolt M6X60

100 Square neck bolt M8X70

101 Self-lock nut M8

102 Split washer 6

103 Self-lock nut M6

104 Circlips for shaft d=26

105 Saddle washer

106 Spring-type pin 3x16

107 Step bushing

108 safety switch ass’y

109 Cross recessed pan head screw

M3X25

110 Mitre gauge knob

Hex.bolt M6X45

111 Washer 6

112 Mitre gauge block

113 Cross recessed countersunk screw

M5X12

114 Cross recessed pan head screw

M5X10

115 Washer 3

116 Hex.nut M3

117 Washer 4

118 Cross recessed pan head screw

M4X6

119 Touching plate,safety switch

120 Cross recessed countersunk screw

M4X14

121 Hinge of the door

122 Upper door

123 Lower door

124 Cross recessed pan head screw

M4X16

125 Washer 8mm

126 Hex.nut M8

127 Gasket nut

128 Rubber foot

129 Hex.boltM8X20

130 Connection shaft for upper guide

131 Hex.socket set screw M6X10

132 Hex.socket cap head bolt M6X16

133 Lower guide housing

134 Connection seat,upper guide

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EXPLODED DIAGRAMS/LISTS

135 Connection board,lower guide

136 Washer 6

137 Connection board,upper guide

138 Bearing 625

139 Saw f rame

140 Upper guide guard

141 Lower guide guard

142 Bearing nut

143 Bearing seat,upper guide

144 Hex.socket set screw M6X10

WIRING DIAGRAM

3131

The packaging is suitable for recycling.
Please dispose of it in a responsible manner.

EU Countries Only

Do not dispose of electric tools together with household waste material.
By law they must be collected and recycled separately.

Axminster Tools, Axminster Devon EX13 5PH

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