The HYDMECH S-23A Automatic Miter Band Saw features a powerful variable frequency drive providing smooth operation and infinite adjustment from 50 to 350 sfm. With the ability to perform miter cuts from 90° to 60° and features a 16″H x 20″W capacity at 90°, 8.8 HP motor, and 1 1/4″ blade, this automatic scissor style band saw is built solidly to give you maximum productivity in all environments. This band saw is an ideal solution for metalworking machine and metal fabrication shops that require clean and precise metal cutting machines.
All HYDMECH band saws are developed using the latest design and engineering technologies, only high quality parts and components are used. The machine base is designed and produced with electro-welded steel components for maximum rigidity and support; the leveling bolts are located at corners of the machine. The S-23A Automatic Band Saw features an automatic mode control with an LED readout for blade tension, blade speed, blade height position, run time of the cut, blade drive motor amperage draw, part length, quantity required, piece count, job run time, total blade run time.
The electrical control components are housed in a console in the front of the machine. The operator manual switches and PLC control are conveniently located in the console. Components and wiring are neatly laid out and labeled for easy troubleshooting. The selector switches and buttons allow the operator to manually control all machine functions including emergency stops. The PLC 100 or optional PLC 500 controller controls the Automatic cycle. The operator enters job information through the PLC interface keypad. The information required will be desired part length and quantity of pieces. Up to 99 different jobs can be entered into the PLC memory, and can be called up and performed at any time. Also, a job queue function allows up to 5 jobs to be picked from the memory, and run consecutively. In Manual mode – the PLC displays blade speed, feed rate and length system readout.
The HYDMECH S-23A Service & Parts Manual covers installation, operation, blade changes, routine maintenance, troubleshooting and the electrical and hydraulic schematics for the S-23A automatic scissor-style band saw. Download it below, and contact Fabtech Solutions for OEM and aftermarket S-23A parts or on-site service across the Southeast.
Download the S23A Service & Parts Manual (PDF, 60 pages, 2016 edition)
| Capacity at 90° | 16" round; 16" high x 20" wide rectangular |
|---|---|
| Capacity at 45° | 14" round; 16" high x 14" wide rectangular |
| Capacity at 30° | 8 1/2" round; 16" high x 8 1/2" wide rectangular |
| Blade | 16' 10" x 1 1/4" x .042" (5130 x 32 x 1 mm) |
| Blade speed | 75 to 350 SFM variable frequency drive; manual tension 2,600 to 3,000 lb |
| Blade drive | 8.8 hp (6.6 kW); 1.5 hp hydraulic drive |
| Blade guides | Carbide inserts; 20" blade wheels |
| Hydraulic system | 500 to 580 psi, 4.75 US gal tank; 9 US gal coolant reservoir |
| Shuttle stroke | 29" |
| Weight and footprint | 4,300 lb with bundling option; 102" wide x 95" long x 61" high |
From the manufacturer’s specification table in the manual. Confirm against the plate on your machine before ordering blades or parts.
We keep the components that wear or fail first in stock: carbide blade guide inserts, blade brushes, blade wheels and bearings, hydraulic and coolant pump parts, VFD and PLC 500 electrical components, and bi-metal band saw blades. Blades are cut to the S-23A’s 16′ 10″ length. Request S-23A parts, book a service call, or use the HYDMECH Part Finder for the full manual library.
| Rectangular Capacity at 90° | 16″ H x 20″ W | 406 mm H x 508 mm W |
| Round Capacity at 90° | 16″ | 406 mm |
| Blade Dimensions | 1 1/4″ x 16′ 10″ | 34 mm x 5130 mm |
| Blade Drive | 8.8 HP VFD | 6.6 kW VFD |
| Blade Speed | 75-350 sfm | 22-106 m/min |
| Coolant Tank Capacity | 12 US gal | 45 liters |
| Machine Weight | 4,200 lbs | 1909 kg |
| Machine Dimensions | 101″ W 95″ L 61″ H |
2272 mm W 2413 mm L 1549 mm H |
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