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G0613/14 Swivel Mast Metal Cutting Bandsaw
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Blade Selection
The Model G0613 uses a
3
⁄4" wide x 82" long x
0.35" thick bandsaw blade.
The Model G0614 uses a 1" wide x 97
5
⁄8" long x
0.35" thick bandsaw blade.
Do some research for your specific situation so
you get the best blade to match your needs.
Selecting the right blade for the job depends on
a variety of factors, such as the type of mate
-
rial being cut, hardness of the material, material
shape, machine capability, and operator tech
-
nique.
Grizzly offers a variety of selections that can be
found in the current catalog and in SECTION 5:
ACCESSORIES on Page 27
.
The chart shown in Figure
18 is a reproduction of
the chart on the blade cover of your bandsaw. Use
it as a rough guideline.
Blade Speed
The Model G0613 is a single speed (314 FPM)
bandsaw. Like the G0614, it has a cutting fluid
system which gives the saw a wider cutting range
than a single speed bandsaw that is not equipped
with a cutting fluid system.
The Model G0614 has a two speed control rang
-
ing from 170 to 341 feet per minute (FPM). The
speed is controlled by a rotary switch and can be
switched while the motor is operating.
Material Width/Diameter
Material Shapes
Teeth Per Inch (TPI)
Figure 18. G0613/14 general blade selection and speed chart.
NOTICE
On the Model G0614, DO NOT change motor
speed during a cut as this may overload a
series of engaged blade teeth.