The Baileigh Tube and Pipe Notcher TN-800 is a professional-grade notching machine engineered by Baileigh to cut precise notches in tube and pipe from 1" to 3" OD - all without any change in tooling, hole saws, or mandrels. Ideal for structural work, racing and off-road chassis fabrication, and steam pipe applications, the TN-800 delivers a patented tooling-free design (Patent No. 6,435,783) that can save fabricators thousands of dollars annually in tooling costs while producing consistently tight-fitting, weld-ready notches.

Key Features

• Made in the USA with heavy-duty cast iron construction that reduces vibration, prolongs machine life, and delivers more accurate results
• 1 hp motor runs on 110-volt power, allowing operation almost anywhere - including in the field
• Notches up to 60 degrees for versatile joint configurations
• Carefully chosen milling speed of 350 rpm balances cutting power with long machine life and low wear and tear
• Patented tooling-free design lets you simply dial in the OD you want to notch - the machine changes its eccentric path automatically to produce a perfect notch without swapping tooling, hole saws, or mandrels
• Vise adjusts along both X- and Y-axes to ensure a good cutting position for a wide range of workpieces
• Decimal degree angle-finder makes it simple to check the notch angle and ensure repeatability, helping you work up to the right angle without wasting material on trial and error
• Cam lock enables you to set your degrees in either direction for a more traditional notch approach
• Includes a portable cart with wheels so the TN-800 can be rolled out of the way when not in use

Specifications

• MPN: BA9-TN800
• Brand: Baileigh
• Motor: 1 hp
• Power Requirement: 110-volt
• Milling Speed: 350 rpm
• Maximum Notch Angle: 60 degrees
• Tube/Pipe OD Capacity: 1" to 3" OD (tooling-free, no mandrel or hole saw changes required)
• Frame Material: Heavy-duty cast iron
• Patent: 6,435,783
• Country of Origin: United States

Approved Applications

• Structural fabrication work
• Racing and off-road chassis construction
• Steam pipe fitting and assembly

What's Included

• Baileigh TN-800 Tube and Pipe Notcher
• Portable cart with wheels

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the TN-800 require different tooling, hole saws, or mandrels when switching between tube sizes?

No. The TN-800 features a patented tooling-free design (Patent No. 6,435,783) that handles tube and pipe from 1" to 3" OD without any change in tooling, hole saws, or mandrels. You simply dial in the desired OD and the machine automatically adjusts its eccentric path to produce a perfect notch.

What power supply does the TN-800 require, and can it be used on job sites or in the field?

The TN-800 runs on standard 110-volt power with its 1 hp motor, making it compatible with common electrical outlets. This means you can operate it almost anywhere, including in the field - not just in a dedicated shop environment.

What is the maximum notch angle the TN-800 can cut, and how do you ensure repeatability?

The TN-800 notches up to 60 degrees. The machine includes a decimal degree angle-finder that lets you check the notch angle and confirm repeatability, and a cam lock that allows you to set your degrees by moving it in either direction for a more traditional notching approach.

Why is cast iron used for the TN-800 framework instead of lighter materials?

The heavy-duty cast iron framework is specifically chosen because it reduces vibration during operation, prolongs the life of the machine, and delivers more accurate cutting results - benefits that lighter-frame competing models typically cannot match.