Motor replacement for bandsaw?

[MikeL]

I have been trying to explore all of my options for upgrading my Ridgid 14" bandsaw. I've looked at common add-ons: link belt, riser block, guides, etc., but I was wondering how reasonable it would be to get a replacement motor. It currently has a 3/4 HP, and I'd like to boost that to 1.5 HP if possible.

The brand name motors are pricey! Since this is just to get me by for a while, does anyone here know of other machines that use a motor with similar specs (thinking I may could buy used just for the motor)? I'm just not familiar enough to know what to look for.

I know that its a NEMA 56 frame 1725 rpm TEFC

Am I being silly with this thought? Interested in finding out your thoughts on this.

 

[toolferone]

Add a second motor and only use it when needed. Bruce "junquecol" has talked many time about this.

 

[woodydiver]

you can look at some smaller air compressor motors, older belt driven tools like table saws or planers, as long as they are 1750 base speed. a 56 nema frame motor has a 5/8" shaft. you should be able to find a 1.5 hp in this frame.
AS for the bandsaw being able to take the higher horsepower i am not sure.

 

[gazzer]

I replaced the 1/2hp motor on my Delta 14" with a scratch and dent sale 1.5hp from Woodworker's Supply ($50). It works great, but because it was a 3450 rpm motor I had to change out the pulleys to get the blade speed right. I cheaped out on the pulleys and am now planning on replacing the new die cast ones with good Browning cast iron ones.

 

[Alan in Little Washington]

I swapped out the original 1 hp (yeah, right!) Emerson ODP motor on my 14" Delta with a 2 hp TEFC Dayton.

Here is a pic of the new (old, from EBAY) motor on the left and the original Delta on the right- big difference in size, weight, and performance! Here is the link to the thread about the upgrade. Contrary to the original thread, after some fiddling, I was able to fit the new motor into the base cabinet without any mods or having to make a new door.

 

[MikeL]

As always, some great information here. Thanks guys.

Alan, thanks for the link. That is exactly what I was thinking about. But since I have yet to do ANY upgrades to this saw, I need to weigh the potential cost. It really comes down to finding a deal on the motor. The rest is easy :roll:.

I must admit that I have been eyeing the Grizzly GO457 and the Rikon 14". I still need to talk to Santa :eusa_shhh.

 

[froglips]

Timely solution?

http://raleigh.craigslist.org/tls/499743826.html

25 HP BALDOR INDUSTRIAL ELECTRIC MOTOR - $200
Reply to: sale-499743826@craigslist.org
Date: 2007-12-05, 3:00PM EST


Used 25 HP Baldor industrial electric motor:

284 TC Frame
1750 RPM
230/460 Volts
3 Phase
64-32 Amp.
The shaft turns smoothly and it looks to be in good working order. Asking $200 or best offer.
Thanks for looking!

 

[MikeL]

I would need some serious safety equipment upon startup of that beast. I can just imagine all of those imported parts flying around the shop.:saw:

OUCH!

 

[junquecol]

I replaced the 1/2hp motor on my Delta 14" with a scratch and dent sale 1.5hp from Woodworker's Supply ($50). It works great, but because it was a 3450 rpm motor I had to change out the pulleys to get the blade speed right. I cheaped out on the pulleys and am now planning on replacing the new die cast ones with good Browning cast iron ones.

For pulleys, check Surplus Center. I need a BK-34, and they want $6.00. Grainger and others are around $20 for same pulley. Unfortunately shipping almost kills the deal.

 

[cpowell]

I think you should get a new BS and sell the old or keep it with a small blade for tight curve work.

If you are going to upgrade, why buy a 14 inch Griz "deluxe" BS or Rikon 14? You've got a 14 now, right? You need to UP-SIZE.

That 2HP Griz is listed at 250 lbs ship weight...that is NOT a very big machine. 900 dollars sounds like a lot of money for a 14 inch BS. Admittedly, it sounds like it is well built...it's just small.

How about this Griz? http://www.grizzly.com/products/19-Extreme-Bandsaw-3HP-Single-Phase-/G0514X2

Have you test driven any other bandsaws? Griz used to have a referral service. If you phone them and let them know the machine(s) you're interested in they will put you in touch with someone in the area that owns the same machine. I did this before buying my drill press.

You're welcome to come by my shop and use my MM16. There are quite a few folks around the Raleigh area who would probably make the same offer.

Chuck

 

[Travis Porter]

You're welcome to come by my shop and use my MM16. There are quite a few folks around the Raleigh area who would probably make the same offer.

Chuck

You are welcome to try out my "upgraded" Delta 14" or my Minimax.

 

[MikeL]

Thanks for the invitations guys. If I can find a decent deal on a motor (may have a lead), then I am going to try it with a riser block and link belt. This should get me by just fine until I have the funds to take the next step up, 16" or larger. It's easy to get carried away :slap:. In the end, I'd rather wait until I can purchase a large saw that will serve me for the long haul. But boy does that instant gratification thing get in the way sometimes :eusa_naug.

 

[DaveO]

You need to UP-SIZE.

Chuck

Enabler....WGD is running rampant around here :icon_thum:icon_thum:icon_thum


Dave