Palmgren 15-inch Vertical Bandsaw: Difference between revisions
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|tool_subtitle = Palmgren 15-inch | |tool_subtitle = Palmgren 15-inch | ||
|image = Band_Saw_Palmgren.png | |image = Band_Saw_Palmgren.png | ||
|caption = The Palmgren band saw in the | |caption = The Palmgren band saw in the Machine Shop | ||
|make = Palmgren | |make = Palmgren | ||
|model = 15-inch, 7 speed | |model = 15-inch, 7 speed | ||
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==Safety== | ==Safety== | ||
Link to: [[:Category:Vertical_Band Saws_--_Metal_Cutting#Safety | Safety notes on the Metal-Cutting Vertical Band Saws category page]] | |||
==Operation== | |||
{| class="infobox" cellspacing="5" style="width: 12em; text-align: left; font-size: 100%; line-height: 1.5em;" | |||
! colspan="2" class="infobox-image" | [[File:Band_Saw_Palmgren_power_switch.png|120px| Palmgren power switch]] | |||
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| colspan="2" | The power switch on the column adjacent to the table. | |||
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This machine has a paddle-type power switch that resembles the switch on the [[:Saw_Stop_Table_Saw#Starting_and_Stopping_the_Saw | table saws in the Wood Shop.]] | |||
Pull the paddle out to start. | |||
Push it in to stop. | |||
''A paddle switch is useful if the operator's hands are occupied. The machine can be stopped with an elbow of a shoulder if necessary.'' | |||
==Setting the Speed== | |||
'''Always unplug the saw before changing the speed''' | |||
The Palmgren has a simple belt drive with multiple pulleys, similar to those found in drill presses. | |||
Although a detailed rotary reference table is mounted on the side panel similar to the Do-All, the choices for speeds are limited to certain select values. The Palmgren user manual gives a short table with recommended speeds for metals. | |||
{| class="infobox" cellspacing="5" style="width: 12em; text-align: left; font-size: 100%; line-height: 1.5em;" | |||
! colspan="2" class="infobox-image" | [[File:Band_Saw_Palmgren_speed_range_chart.png|250px| Palmgren metal speeds ]] | |||
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| colspan="2" | Speed ranges for various metals. | |||
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To set the saw to the desired speed, refer to the diagram given. | |||
Set the speed-range handle to the correct side. DO NOT leave the handle in-between settings. It must be placed on one side or the other. If there is difficulty setting it in place, rotate the pulley manually until the gears mesh. | |||
{| class="infobox" cellspacing="5" style="width: 12em; text-align: left; font-size: 100%; line-height: 1.5em;" | |||
! colspan="2" class="infobox-image" | [[File:Band_Saw_Palmgren_transmission.png|250px| Palmgren transmission ]] | |||
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| colspan="2" | Speed-range handle (left) and belts on the Palmgren. | |||
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Move the drive belt from one set of grooves on the pulley to another. | |||
Because of the tensioning mechanism, this is a little bit difficult at first, but with a little bit of practice it is not hard to do. | |||
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! colspan="2" class="infobox-image" | [[File:Band_Saw_Palmgren_speed_range_diagram.png|250px| Palmgren speed range diag ]] | |||
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| colspan="2" | Diagram showing belt configurations for the Palmgren speed settings | |||
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Latest revision as of 16:25, 17 March 2024
Link to: Machine Shop Main Page
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| Palmgren Vertical Band Saw | |
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| General Info | |
| Make | Palmgren |
| Model | 15-inch, 7 speed |
| Serial | |
| Specs | |
| Manual | User Manual |
| Asylum Info | |
| Location | Machine Shop |
| Rubric | N/A |
| Training | |
| Testing | Tool testing |
| Restrictions | red |
See the Vertical Band Saws category for notes on using saws of this kind.
Safety
Link to: Safety notes on the Metal-Cutting Vertical Band Saws category page
Operation
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|---|---|
| The power switch on the column adjacent to the table. |
This machine has a paddle-type power switch that resembles the switch on the table saws in the Wood Shop.
Pull the paddle out to start.
Push it in to stop.
A paddle switch is useful if the operator's hands are occupied. The machine can be stopped with an elbow of a shoulder if necessary.
Setting the Speed
Always unplug the saw before changing the speed
The Palmgren has a simple belt drive with multiple pulleys, similar to those found in drill presses.
Although a detailed rotary reference table is mounted on the side panel similar to the Do-All, the choices for speeds are limited to certain select values. The Palmgren user manual gives a short table with recommended speeds for metals.
| |
|---|---|
| Speed ranges for various metals. |
To set the saw to the desired speed, refer to the diagram given.
Set the speed-range handle to the correct side. DO NOT leave the handle in-between settings. It must be placed on one side or the other. If there is difficulty setting it in place, rotate the pulley manually until the gears mesh.
| |
|---|---|
| Speed-range handle (left) and belts on the Palmgren. |
Move the drive belt from one set of grooves on the pulley to another.
Because of the tensioning mechanism, this is a little bit difficult at first, but with a little bit of practice it is not hard to do.
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| Diagram showing belt configurations for the Palmgren speed settings |
