15" bandsaw

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Double trunnion system

Cast-iron double trunnion system ensures stability and makes tilting the table simple and easy. A graduated scale on the front trunnion shows table tilt 45º to the right and 10º to the left with a positive stop at 90º.


Balanced cast wheels

Precision-machined, dynamically balanced, rubber laminated, cast-iron wheels for smooth, vibration- free operation.


Blade tension scale

Graduated indicator shows the correct blade tension required for different blade widths. A spring-loaded mechanism makes tension adjustments easy.


Model 490-1

15” WOOD CUTTING BANDSAW


High quality, precision-machined, one-piece cast-iron frame.

16 gauge stamped steel doors.

Heavily-ribbed, high quality, solid cast-iron table polished to perfection with a 3/8” x 3/4” (9.5 x 19 mm) miter gauge T-slot.

Built-in 2 1/2” dust collection outlet.

Hardened steel upper blade guide, mounted on a steel arm with sealed ball-bearings for extra support.

Quick, easy, upper and lower wheel parallel alignment using a block and groove mechanism adjusted by a handle at the back of the machine.

Powerful North American designed, totally enclosed, fan cooled motor with a dynamically balanced cast-iron pulley.

One-piece, high quality, welded steel cabinet for maximum strength and stability.


Wheel diameter

15” (381 mm)

Wheel speed

750 RPM

Blade speed

3000 FPM (914 MPM)

Maximum width of cut

14 3/4” (374.6 mm)

Maximum depth of cut

6 3/4” (171.4 mm)

Min. / max. Blade width

1/8” TO 3/4” (3 TO 19 mm)

Blade length

100” (2540 mm)

Table size

15” x 15” (381 x 381 mm)

Table tilt

0° TO 45° (RIGHT) /
0° TO 10° (LEFT)

Table height

42” (1066.8 mm)

Motor M1

1 HP, 115 V, 1 Ph, 12.8 A

Motor M2

1 HP, 230 V, 1 Ph, 7 A

Motor M3

1 HP, 230 V, 3 Ph, 2.8 A

Motor M4

1 HP, 208 V, 3 Ph, 2.8 A

Motor M5

1 HP, 600 V, 3 Ph1.2 A

Weight

310 LBS (141 kg)



Optional accessories