Lenox Tri-Master question

Hi. I have a 20” Minimax and have a 171” tri master 1’ band on it. I’m ripping 1’” stock face down to get the tension right. 3” TPI. I Don’t want to stress the beam. Using the 1/4 deflection method Thanks

Mike

I’m running a 141” 1 inch 2/3tpi trimaster on my 1950’ish 20” Rockwell. My tension? I’d describe as “tight enough” lol. On cross cuts, it’ll destroy anything it its path. On ripping 12” walnut logs, it’s a slow going blade. I just chalked it up to hardness of the stock. My bandsaw has a wimpy motor for it’s size, so I’m always trying not to strain it. I thought my 141 was expensive; I feel sorry for you guys;)

-- My dad and I built a 65 chev pick up.I killed trannys in that thing for some reason-Hog

That was a typo for 1 inch. Sorry. I called lenox and they said to try a different blade. They also said the blade should be tensioned to 30,000. I don’t have the meter to check it and at this time nor the money. Maybe if I loosen up the tension and start to increase it again. Thought that may help but still have reservations about to much tension. I havent tried resawing a large piece of wood yet, just using stock about 1 inch thick so far to adjust for drift and saw the ridges left by the blade. I’ve read where guys are getting a smooth surface by resawing with a verity of blades. Maybe I’m expecting to much?

I do appreciate the replies thanks

Mike

Chili….good.
The Iturra catalog is more like a reference book than a catalog and it’s got a section, as well. I could scan and post if needed. I could never justify purchasing a tension meter. If I owned an Ag or a MM, maybe I could; but even a carbide blade is a stretch for my vintage machine. I would sure hate to break a 150+ inch carbide blade. Ouch.

-- My dad and I built a 65 chev pick up.I killed trannys in that thing for some reason-Hog

Why don’t you post a good clear picture of what’s happening so these guys can see and maybe help you. From what I read, you may be getting the quality cut a bandsaw gives you. You allways have to sand/joint/etc to get a smooth edge. Even a good tablesaw blade leaves a less than desirable surface in some cases. Post a pic.

Steve

-- Steve in KY. 44 years so far with my lovely bride. Think I'll keep her.

Alright, I’ll take some today. Thanks, everybody.

Mike

I didn’t forget the pictures. Had a bit of trouble getting the angle right so you can judge the cut. I loaded them to photobucket and have to get them on here. I’m NOT a computer guy. LOL.