Success
with Bandsaws
by Eric Graves
Softcover
210 x 275mm
175pp
Published by Guild of Master Craftsman Publications Ltd, East Sussex UK
R.R.P.$39.90
ISBN 978-1-86108-473-6
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Extract from back cover of book:
The compact and versatile bandsaw is one of the most ubiquitous workshop machines - in a small shop it may well be the only machine. Its ability to cut both straight lines and curves makes it indispensable to turners and carvers, as well as to mainstream woodworkers such as joiners and cabinetmakers. This book shows you how to get the best from it by choosing the most suitable machine for your needs, setting it up and maintaining it correctly, and selecting the most appropriate blade for the job in hand.
The bandsaw's usefulness can be greatly extended by the use of jigs, fences and templates tailor-made for particular jobs. Eric Graves describes a range of these which you can make for yourself, thereby saving money at the same time as making the work safer and more efficient.
Photos: Colour
Contents
Introduction
Part 1: The Bandsaw
What is a bandsaw?
- Bandsaw types
Bandsaw anatomy
- Choosing a bandsaw
-
Key components
Setting up and maintenance
- Internal mechanisms
- Basic
setting-up
- Guides
- Technique
- Routine maintenance
- 'As-required'
maintenance
- Maintenance schedule
Blades
- Blade types
- Different
blades for different jobs
Part
2: Basic Techniques
Working safely
- Bandsaw safety
- Personal
safety
- General workshop safety
Basic bandsawing principles
- First
principles
- Special situations
More complex cutting
- Complex curves
-
Compound and bevel cutting
- Techniques for woodturners
Part
3: Jigs, Templates and Devices
Push sticks and push blocks
Stopped
cuts
Circle-cutting jig
Arc-cutting jig
Point fence
Mitre jig
Taper jig
Template sawing
High fence
Cutting round stock
Plastic
templates
Swinging arc jig
Dovetails
Resources
Glossary
Index
Acknowledgements