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HYDMECH V-18 Vertical Bandsaw

The HYDMECH V-18 Semi-automatic Vertical Band Saw is a powerhouse for every metal fabrication shop, with the ability to miter from 45° left to 45° right there’s not a job that is to difficult. This bandsaw features a 18″W x 31″H capacity, 7.5 HP motor, and 1 1/4″ blade and that makes it the perfect solution for all your vertical metal cutting applications.

Features and Benefits of The HYDMECH V-18 Band Saw

The V-18 is a semi-automatic vertical band saw and comes equipped with a 2 HP hydraulic pump that supplies system pressure through three position directional valves. An optional mist lubrication system is also available, controlling all vising, head advance/retract, blade tension, and guide arm movement.

An optional 6° degree canted head (recommended when cutting larger beams, structural steel, and bundles of square tubing) allows for more efficient cutting and improved blade life. The cast iron, torsion free saw head provides durability, stiffness, and dampens vibrations during operation.

The V-18 vertical bandsaw comes equipped with an 18″ round capacity, 18″ x 20″ rectangular capacity at 90°, 13″ round capacity at 45°, 65 – 385 sfm variable blade speed, a hydraulic blade tensioning system, hydraulic vises, hydraulic head swing, 45° left or right, 38″ table height, a hydraulic positive feed system, 5 hp main motor, 14′-6″ x 1-1/4″ blade and weighs 4,500 lbs.

Standard Features:

  • Two full stroking hydraulic vises
  • Select left or right side control panel
  • Hydraulically powered guide arm positioning
  • 5 HP VFD. True direct blade drive – no belts/pulleys
  • Hydraulic positive down feed
  • Cast iron band wheels
  • Replaceable blade brush
  • Robust steel base
  • Easy access electrical panel and hydraulics
  • Blade breakage switch
  • Hydraulic band tensioning with digital readout
  • Replaceable carbide guide inserts
  • 2 HP hydraulic pump provides system pressure
  • Safety door interlocks
  • Flood coolant with wash down hose
  • Laser light
  • Work light

Standard Options:

  • Fixed 6° canted head
  • Chip bucket
  • Hydraulic overhead bundling
  • Digital angle display
  • Mist lubrication
  • Pop-up lift roller
  • Variable vise pressure
  • Drag chain chip conveyor
  • Tall square vise inserts
  • Hydraulic chip conveyor
  • Idler conveyors
  • Powered conveyors

Detailed Specifications

Blade Dimensions1.25″ x 16’11″34 mm x 4547 mm
Rectangular Capacity at 90°31″ H x 18″ W787 mm H x 457 mm W
Round Capacity at 90°17.5″444 mm
Blade Drive7.5 HP VFD5.6 kW VFD
Blade Speed65-385 sfm19-117 m/min
Coolant Tank Capacity20 US gal75 liters
Machine Weight4500 lbs2041 kg
Machine Dimensions80″ W
120″ L
97″ H
4267 mm W
2844 mm L
2463 mm H

Bandsaw Parts & Info

HYDMECH V-18 Semi-Automatic Band Saw

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