Metal Band Saws

A metal cutting band saw delivers clean, square, accurate cuts through steel, aluminum, and alloy that a chop saw can't match — with less waste, less noise, and less heat. Built for fabrication shops, machinists, and serious fabricators, our horizontal and dual-column band saws handle everything from quick miter cuts to production runs of solid stock.

Horizontal vs. Dual-Column Band Saws

Single-column horizontal saws are versatile and affordable, tilting for miter cuts and handling a wide range of shop work. Dual-column (double-column) saws add rigidity and precision for straight, heavy-duty production cutting of large solids and thick-wall stock.

What to Look For

• Cutting capacity: Check the round and rectangular capacity against your largest stock.
• Blade speed: Multiple or variable speeds let you match the feed to the material for clean cuts and long blade life.
• Hydraulic downfeed: Controlled feed produces straighter cuts and protects the blade.
• Coolant system: Flood coolant extends blade life and improves finish on tough alloys.

Get the Most From Your Saw

Use the right blade tooth pitch for the material thickness, keep the coolant topped off, and match blade speed to the metal — steel runs slower than aluminum — for clean cuts and long blade life.

Frequently Asked Questions

What can a metal band saw cut?

Steel, stainless, aluminum, brass, and alloys in round, square, and rectangular stock. Check the machine's listed round and rectangular capacity against your material.

Horizontal or vertical band saw?

Horizontal saws are best for cutting bar and structural stock to length; vertical work suits contour and detail cuts. Many horizontal saws convert to vertical use.

Do I need a coolant system?

For frequent cutting of steel and tough alloys, yes — coolant extends blade life and improves cut finish. Light-duty aluminum work can often run dry.

Every band saw ships free to the lower 48 and is backed by our price match guarantee. Call or text 331-272-5655 and we'll match the right capacity and feed to your fabrication work.