civilwarblacksmith Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 I got the drive belt and the shoes are now usuable. Does anyone have one of these and knows the band saw belt size? I'm thinking from the crude measurements i've taken. About 69-70 inches. Do they make this size? I haven't seen any in stores. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Hale Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 If you have a worn blade that fits it clip it and lay it flat and measure the length. I have a different say and someone stamped the blade length on the side of the saw....Most large cities have a saw shop or two that will make any size you want. If this is a wood saw and you want to cut metal you will have problems...too fast. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
civilwarblacksmith Posted July 2, 2008 Author Share Posted July 2, 2008 I don't have an old blade to go by. This was an auction buy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LDW Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 If its a 14 inch I am assuming the diameter of each wheel is 14 inches seems to me if you multiply 14 x 3.1416 then measure how far the center shafts are apart from each other and multiply that by 2 then add these two totals together you get the blade length. In other words, 14 x 3.1416 equals half the diameter of both wheels added together. then add the distance between the shafts twice. Put your blade adjustment in the center first. You may could do it with the adjustment all the way down and get a range of what blades would fit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
civilwarblacksmith Posted July 2, 2008 Author Share Posted July 2, 2008 Well it is a 14 inch bandsaw but the wheels are 6" in diameter and it is a 3 wheeler. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LDW Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 Use a piece of nylon string and route it around the pulleys, or is that how you originally got the first estimated length. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
civilwarblacksmith Posted July 3, 2008 Author Share Posted July 3, 2008 I actually used some ribbon. Just hoping for comfimation on size. There was no paperwork for it at the sale. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJ Hofbauer Posted July 4, 2008 Share Posted July 4, 2008 You should have a certain amount of play utilizing the tensioner. Plus you always have the option many shops go with in making your own blades. Just purchase a spool of blade, then braze/weld the length you need (Also handy if you need to make an inside cut on a piece). You can also check thru the different possible manufacturers listed on OWWM and possibly could find your model + info. OWWM Like most, they were made by multiple manufacturers and rebranded. So might take some searching. -MJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragons lair Posted July 4, 2008 Share Posted July 4, 2008 Be sure to get the most flexable back you can. The smaller wheels make the blade flex more than larger ones. Had an old craftsman years ago and had to get custom blades made. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
civilwarblacksmith Posted July 4, 2008 Author Share Posted July 4, 2008 I found blades through McMaster-Carr. They were $25.00 each though for 70-1/2". In your opinions, would it be cheaper to buy a spool and weld it? Also I use a 110 flux core welder. It is all I really need for welding the steel and Iron I work with. Will this be enough to weld the blades together and not risk cracking at the weld? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LRK Posted July 27, 2008 Share Posted July 27, 2008 I also have a 14" Shopcraft Band saw. Can you tell me where and what size/material round belt that you found to use for the Drive Belt? Thanks for your help! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
civilwarblacksmith Posted July 28, 2008 Author Share Posted July 28, 2008 These are also from Mcmaster-Carr. 8060K39 Neoprene O-Ring Round Belt Black, 1/4" Diameter, 26" Outer Circle In stock at $7.46 Each Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccasino Posted February 13, 2009 Share Posted February 13, 2009 I have purchased blades for my 14" band saw through a gentleman in CA. His email address is plwells@comcast.net. The size blade you will need is 70 1/2". Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccasino Posted February 13, 2009 Share Posted February 13, 2009 I, also, have a 14" Shopcraft band saw and found blades through a gentleman in CA. His email address ils plwells@comcast.com. You will need a 701/2" blade and they run about $10.00. Good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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