NEW HYD-MECH VW-18-2

The VW-18-2 stands out as a semi-automatic, vertical band saw, setting new standards with its mitering capability ranging from 60° left to 60° right. Boasting a generous 22″H x 18″W cutting capacity, a robust 5 HP motor, and a 1 1/4″ blade, this machine is your trusted companion for a wide range of light to medium-duty, vertical metal cutting applications.
Featuring a semi-automatic control that can be conveniently positioned on either side of the saw, the VW-18-2 combines precision with ease of operation for enhanced performance in your metalworking tasks.

Specifications (subject to buyer verification):
Standard Head Capacity 90° Rectangular: 22” x 18” Round: 17 1/2” *
Standard Head Capacity 45° Rectangular: 15” x 18” Round: 12 1/2”
Standard Head Capacity 60° Rectangular: 10 1/4” x 18” Round: 10 1/4”
3° Canted Head Capacity 90° Rectangular: 20 3/4” x 18” Round: 17 1/2”*
3° Canted Head Capacity 45° Rectangular: 14” x 18” Round: 12 1/2”
3° Canted Head Capacity 60° Rectangular: 9.5” x 18” Round: 9 1/2”
**If cutting a round piece larger than 12.5”, tall square vise inserts are required.
Please note that tall square vise inserts allow for 90° cuts only
Blade Size: 1 1/4” x 16’ 3”
Blade Drive: 5 HP VFD
Mitering capability: 60° left to 60° right
Blade Speed: 65 - 385 SFM
Table Height: 36.5”
Hydraulic Tank Capacity: 4 Gallons
Coolant Tank Capacity: 12 Gallons
Machine Voltage: 208*, 240*, 480, 575* v *Transformer supplied at no charge
Machine Weight: 2,700 lbs
Dimensions (W x L x H): 65” x 123” x 97”

Equipped With (subject to buyer verification):
Standard Machine Features:
• Adjustable 3° canted head
• Double articulating, semi-automatic control
• Two full stroking hydraulic vises
• Manual precise head positioning from 60° left to 60° right
• Digital angle display w/ protractor
• Powered hydraulic guide arm
• On-demand hydraulics save energy
• 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
• Mechanical band tensioning with digital readout
• Replaceable carbide guide inserts
• 0.5 HP hydraulic pump provides system pressure
• Safety door interlocks
• Flood coolant with wash down hose
• Laser light
• Work light
• Variable vise pressure

Optional Machine Features:
• Power tilt with programmable go to angle
• Mist lubrication
• Chip bucket
• Tall square vise inserts
• Hydraulic overhead bundling Idler conveyors