JET 8 x 13 Variable Speed Mitering Bandsaw EHB-8VSM from JET delivers professional-grade cutting performance for metalworking shops that demand precision, durability, and operator safety. Engineered with variable speed drive and a fully integrated ELITE swing away control panel, this heavy-duty horizontal bandsaw streamlines angle cuts up to 45 deg. right while keeping essential controls within fingertip reach - reducing fatigue and maximizing throughput on demanding production tasks.

Key Features

• Adjustable material stop for repeatable, consistent cuts
• Automatic blade shut off switch stops the sawing process for enhanced safety
• Built-in, self-propelled chip brush prevents chip build up in blade guides, keeping the cutting zone clear without manual intervention
• Integrated pressurized wash hose for easy machine cleaning
• Large handwheel with blade tensioning gauge accurately measures blade pressure, ensuring optimal blade performance at all times
• Mitering allows for angle cuts up to 45 deg. right, expanding the range of workpiece geometries you can handle
• Quick positioning vise for clamping of materials securely before each cut
• The ELITE swing away panel relocates saw controls to a single location, offering finger-tip operation of most major saw functions
• Increased saw bed height up to 30 in. to reduce user fatigue and increase safety of the worker
• Tungsten carbide blade guides with precision bearings stabilize the blade for increased accuracy and extended blade life

Specifications

• MPN: JT9-891020
• Drive Type: Variable Speed
• Motor: 1/2 HP, 115/230V, 1Ph
• Amperage: 115V: 18A / 230V: 9A
• Amperage Draw @ 115V 1Ph: 23
• Prewired Voltage: 115V
• Blade Speed: 82-310 SFPM
• Blade Length: 114-1/2 in.
• Blade Wheel Diameter: 11-5/8 in.
• Bed Height: 30 in.
• Head Movement: 45 deg.
• Rectangle at 90 Degrees: 13 x 5-1/4 in. / 13-1/4 x 2 in.
• Rectangle at 45 Degrees: 8 x 8 in. or 2 x 9-1/2 in.
• Round at 45 Degrees: 8 in.
• Overall Dimensions (L x W x H): 62-1/2 x 23 x 48 in.
• Net Weight: 792 lbs.
• Gross Weight: 924 lbs.
• Country of Origin: Taiwan
• Prop 65: Cancer

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the blade speed range on the EHB-8VSM?

The EHB-8VSM operates at a variable blade speed range of 82-310 SFPM, allowing operators to fine-tune cutting speed to match the material being cut for optimal results.

What is the maximum miter angle this bandsaw can cut?

The EHB-8VSM supports mitering that allows for angle cuts up to 45 deg. right, making it suitable for a wide variety of angular and compound cutting applications.

How does the ELITE swing away panel benefit the operator?

The ELITE swing away panel relocates saw controls to a single location, offering finger-tip operation of most major saw functions. This ergonomic design minimizes the need to reach across the machine and contributes to both efficiency and operator safety.

What features help reduce blade wear and maintain cutting accuracy over time?

The EHB-8VSM uses tungsten carbide blade guides with precision bearings, which stabilize the blade for increased accuracy and extend blade life. Additionally, the built-in, self-propelled chip brush prevents chip build up in blade guides, keeping the cutting zone clean and ensuring consistent performance.