HYDMECH H18A

Machine Subcategory

Twin Column Automatic Bandsaw

Overview

The H-18A is an automatic horizontal band saw providing accurate 90° metal cutting for medium to heavy-duty applications.

The H-18A cuts fast, with its high-speed shuttle feed indexing up to 34″ in a single movement. Its standard split front vice delivers a short material remnant length, reducing material waste.

Featuring an 18″ x 18″ capacity, 10 HP motor, and 1 1/2″ blade, the H-18A is a reliable choice for all your horizontal metal cutting applications.

Standard Specification

• The best cost per cut performance in its class
• One piece design – no alignment necessary
• Spilt front vice
• Cast iron shuttle features automatic multi-indexing up to 34” in a single stroke with automatic kerf compensation
• Steel guide arms. The idler side guide arm is mechanically connected to the front vice moveable jaw for proper guide arm spacing at all times
• 10 HP True direct blade drive – no belts/pulleys
• Full capacity, full stroking hydraulic vices
• Hydraulic positive down feed
• High resolution feed rate valve allows for constant feed rate when cutting special alloys
• Blade chamber separates material from cut part
• Cast iron band wheels
• Automatic PLC control programmable up to 99 jobs with 5 in queue
• Replaceable blade brush
• Robust steel base
• Automatic chip removal auger
• Easy access electrical panel and hydraulics
• Blade breakage switch
• Hydraulic band tensioning with digital readout
• Hydraulic carbide guide tensioning
• Hardened, replaceable wear plates
• Safety door interlocks
• Flood coolant with wash down hose
• Work light
• Variable vise pressure
• Out of stock switch

Optional Features

• Full capacity hydraulic bundle clamps
• Blade deviation monitor
• Mist lubrication
• Out of stock switch
• Vertical alignment rollers
• Pedestal Control
• Laser light
• Roller discharge table
• Idler conveyors and accessories
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