{"id":5561,"date":"2022-04-22T13:45:02","date_gmt":"2022-04-22T13:45:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/simcut.com\/?p=5561"},"modified":"2023-05-12T20:31:55","modified_gmt":"2023-05-12T20:31:55","slug":"bandsaw-blade-tension-best-practices","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/simcut.com\/pt\/2022\/04\/bandsaw-blade-tension-best-practices\/","title":{"rendered":"The Importance of Blade Tension"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/simcut.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Blades-2-1024x549.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5562\" width=\"816\" height=\"437\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simcut.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Blades-2-1024x549.png 1024w, https:\/\/simcut.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Blades-2-300x161.png 300w, https:\/\/simcut.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Blades-2-768x412.png 768w, https:\/\/simcut.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Blades-2-280x150.png 280w, https:\/\/simcut.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Blades-2-1170x627.png 1170w, https:\/\/simcut.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Blades-2.png 1252w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 816px) 100vw, 816px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While it may not seem important at first, the extent to which you tension your bandknife or bandsaw blades can literally make or break your finished product. That\u2019s why it\u2019s imperative to properly apply blade tension before you run it on a bandsaw and look out for signs of under or over tensioning while it&#8217;s in use. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019ve ordered a new bandsaw, the manufacturer will typically set the blade tension for you. However, if you\u2019re tensioning the blade yourself, then you should know there are two ways to go about it: manually or automatically.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>MANUAL BLADE TENSIONING<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Manual tension&nbsp;can be applied by springs or spring washers. However, the washers and\/or springs will eventually collapse over time. This will cause the blade to overtighten and usually results in premature blade breakage. If this occurs, Simmons strongly recommends contacting the machine manufacturer for replacement parts and correct settings for the tension.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>AUTOMATIC BLADE TENSIONING<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Automatic tensioning&nbsp;is applied through a pneumatic cylinder (air over oil). This tensioning method tightens the blade to a pre-determined level, which can usually be read off a dial indicator. Normally, automatic tensioning is very consistent. However, low air pressure or water in the air system can affect it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No matter the method, after you tension your blades, you should look out for the following signs during normal cutting operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>SIGNS OF AN OVER TENSIONED BLADE<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hairline cracks develop in the gullet of toothed blades.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hairline cracks develop on the back edge of the blade.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Premature blade breakage, typically a straight break.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>SIGNS OF AN UNDER TENSIONED BLADE<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The blade is not cutting straight.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The blade is leaving marks or shadows on the material being cut.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To recap, consistently and properly tensioning your blades will reduce the risk of premature blade breakage and ensure your blades run smoothly until the end of their natural life. Simmons\u2019 blades (depending on the width and thickness) are made to withstand a blade tension range of 16,000 \u2013 21,000 PSI. Feel free to use that as a guideline. However, to confirm you\u2019re getting consistent tension readings, you should measure tension during each installation of a new blade on your bandsaw machinery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Want to get extremely accurate blade tension readings in a cinch? Contact Simmons today to try one of our tension meters! &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-vivid-red-background-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/simcut.com\/pt\/contact-us\/\" style=\"border-radius:8px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Contact Us<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While it may not seem important at first, the extent to which you tension your bandknife or bandsaw blades can literally make or break your finished product. 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