I'm very new to using the bandsaw so I wonder is it normal for a bandsaw when cutting wood to sound like a metal grinding? It only makes this sound when I cut wood, do I need to lubricate the wheels or anything of the sorts? If I do should I use mineral oil?
How to stop bandsaw from making odd noises
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Noises are hard to diagnose in words.
What bandsaw do you have?
What upgrades if any (carter guides, cool blocks etc.)
video would be helpful, but have a look at the thrust bearings (bearings in back of the blade, if they are frozen and the blade is wearing a groove in the upper or the lower, that could be the problem.
Also, if you have steel guide blocks or the throat plate is too close to the blade, that could be a problem.
I am going to guess the thrust bearing or guide blocks since it is when you are cutting wood... meaning you are putting pressure on the blade and possibly pushing it into one of these guide elements...
Hope that helps, at least something to look for..
Noises are hard to diagnose in words.
What bandsaw do you have?
What upgrades if any (carter guides, cool blocks etc.)
video would be helpful, but have a look at the thrust bearings (bearings in back of the blade, if they are frozen and the blade is wearing a groove in the upper or the lower, that could be the problem.
Also, if you have steel guide blocks or the throat plate is too close to the blade, that could be a problem.
I am going to guess the thrust bearing or guide blocks since it is when you are cutting wood... meaning you are putting pressure on the blade and possibly pushing it into one of these guide elements...
Hope that helps, at least something to look for..
I'm going with Hanks first impression here and agreeing that you should look at the thrust bearings. From what I've seen those are a fully ignored item by casual BS users.
Might also help to pin down where on the BS the noise is actually emanating from. Pull the guards and covers on a known tracking saw and turn it on while standing at a safe angle/distance (also make sure what breaker it's on in case you need to hit that to kill it). You should be able to get a better idea where it's coming from.
Might also help to pin down where on the BS the noise is actually emanating from. Pull the guards and covers on a known tracking saw and turn it on while standing at a safe angle/distance (also make sure what breaker it's on in case you need to hit that to kill it). You should be able to get a better idea where it's coming from.
The bandsaw is brand new like hours old
I don’t have any upgrades and I will make a video later today sorry
Often ppl will replace the upper bearings but not the lower bearings. The upper and lower bearings that guide and hold the blade tracking should roll as free as new skateboard china bone bearings. If they do not, then, fix that. Then, look for other issues. As always, check the obvious 1st. The other thing is to make sure the blade is not hitting anything when turning.
It could well be that what you hear is perfectly normal for that model when cutting wood. Bandsaws aren't all made to cut quietly and a cheap band saw can be a real screamer.
A BS can be frustrating even for an experienced user. Just because a bearing is new does not mean it can not be bad. Do not assume because it is new that it is put together correctly. A nut on a wheel might be loose, tolerance between parts my be set incorrectly, a blade may be bad. Think about what happens when you put pressure on the blade when you start to make a cut. The pressure is multiple directional. Open the doors and covers up, stand back a sage distance and just watch. The longer you watch the more places you will see where something just out a small amount could create noise. I use an old trick from working on car motors. carefully place the end of a screw driver on different points and place your ear on the handle. This may give you an idea where the noise is coming from.
I would suggest not to start buying after market "upgrades" before you are sure of what is going on.
I would suggest not to start buying after market "upgrades" before you are sure of what is going on.
Before running it with the covers open. try turning it by hand. open the top cover and spin the wheel with your finger. you may find the source of the sound or feel where in the rotation the pressure changes. That may tell you where to look for a problem.
Plus it’s safer than running with the covers open.
Plus it’s safer than running with the covers open.
There is a great reference book by John White, published by Taunton Press - Care and Repair of Shop Machines. If you are going to have the typical woodworking machines in your shop it’s well worth the investment. Includes a chapter on the bandsaw; troubleshooting, set up and tune up. Here’s a link to an on-line copy. Should be free to read for 30 days. Also check your local library, they may have it. That should help you with your present situation.
Care and Repair of Shop Machines
Now I just have to figure out who I lent my copy to. Or get a new one.
Care and Repair of Shop Machines
Now I just have to figure out who I lent my copy to. Or get a new one.
Probably the single best book on Bandsaws (IMHO) is: Band Saw Handbook by Mark-Duginske
He has written a new one which I have not read but suspect it is just as good: https://www.highlandwoodworking.com/newcompleteguidetothebandsaw.aspx
He has written a new one which I have not read but suspect it is just as good: https://www.highlandwoodworking.com/newcompleteguidetothebandsaw.aspx
