Sawing Speed Charts for All Materials with Band Saw Machines

Ever struggled with finding the perfect sawing speed for different materials? This article dives into comprehensive sawing speed charts for various metals, helping you optimize your band saw machine’s performance. Learn how to adjust blade speed based on material type and dimensions to enhance cutting efficiency and ensure precise results. Whether you’re working with low carbon steel or high-temperature alloys, this guide offers valuable insights to improve your metalworking process. Ready to master sawing speeds? Read on and transform your cutting accuracy!

Shane
August 6th, 2023
Machining

Sawing Speed Charts for All Materials with Band Saw Machines

Selection of Sawing Speed and Efficiency for Processing Various Materials with Band Saw Machines

(For Reference Only)

Materials Being Cut	Band saw blade speed v/(m/min)	Dimensional Range（mm）
		Φ25	Φ50	Φ75	Φ100	Φ150	Φ200
		Cutting Efficiency（cm²/min）
Low Carbon Steel, Structural Steel	50～80	25～35	40～50	50～60	55～65	65～75	70～80
Medium Carbon Steel, Gear Steel	40～75	20～25	25～35	30～40	35～50	40～60	40～50
High Carbon Steel, Nickel Molybdenum Steel, Bearing Steel	35～55	20～25	25～35	30～35	30～40	35～40	35～40
High Alloy Tool Steel, High-Speed Steel	30～40	15～20	20～25	25～30	25～30	30～35	30～35
Stainless Steel, Mold Steel	20～5	10～15	15～20	15～20	15～20	15～20	15～20
Heat-Resistant Steel, High-Temperature Alloy Steel	15～25	5～10	5～10	7～13	5～15	5～15	5～15
Thermosetting Resin	70～80	30～40	40～50	50～60	60～70	70～80	90～100

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Author

Shane

Founder of MachineMFG

As the founder of MachineMFG, I have dedicated over a decade of my career to the metalworking industry. My extensive experience has allowed me to become an expert in the fields of sheet metal fabrication, machining, mechanical engineering, and machine tools for metals. I am constantly thinking, reading, and writing about these subjects, constantly striving to stay at the forefront of my field. Let my knowledge and expertise be an asset to your business.