Repetitive cuts using metal band saw

[klutchdust]

I use my sears horizontal band saw for most of my projects. Presently building a new steel rack and doing repetitive cuts. I can't find an extension that would allow me to

just move the metal forward and make another cut, always re measuring and cutting, remeasuring and cutting.

 

[Chateau Slate 66]

I just clamp a piece of scrap on the outfeed side of the band saw table at the desired measurement. I prefer to have a pointed end towards the new material so shavings don't build up between the stop piece and the new piece, which would throw off the measurement.

 

[Zeke]

Does it really take that much time to pull a tape and make a mark?

Make a story stick for each of your multiple items. Just put a hook on the far end to catch the end of the stock and make your mark. If you want to get really fancy, put a sliding hook on the stick and use it for any lengths. You might make a shorter and longer version.

 

[MoonRise]

So make a jig or table extension that will allow you to just make the repetitive cuts.

 

[jeepinerdeep]

Story stick ! This can be as simple as 1x1 square wood stock with a drywall screw in it to hook over the end of the material.

 

[larry_g]

I have a portable vise stand that I have used to hold a stop. Place the vise near the saw and then clamp a stop rod in it hanging down and at the right length. It worked for me.

lg
no neat sig line

 

[PCO6]

klutchdust - This may not help in your situation but if you need to make matching short cuts try a carpenter's square.

- set the square to the desired length
- put the fence of the square on the end of the metal you're cutting
- slide the metal and scale up to the saw blade
- clamp the metal in the saw vice
- take away the square and start the cut