What to do if the Hyd-Mech DM-1215 cutting surfaces are scored?
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Sandra HobbsAug 27, 2025
Scored cutting surfaces on your Hyd-Mech Saw can be due to several reasons. Worn blade teeth necessitate a blade replacement. If the head downstroke speed is too fast, reduce it. Conversely, if the cutting speed is too slow, increase it. Using blade teeth that are too wide requires changing to narrower teeth. Ensure the free blade guide head is close enough, leaving only the necessary part of the blade exposed for cutting. Low blade tension also leads to scoring, so reset it to the rated tension. Finally, check for and replace the blade if there are broken teeth.
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Ian JohnsonNov 3, 2025
Why is my Hyd-Mech DM-1215 experiencing rapid tooth wear?
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Candice CampbellNov 3, 2025
Rapid tooth wear can occur for several reasons. The teeth might be pointing in the wrong direction, so ensure they are set correctly. A new blade might not be properly worn in; use half speed for cutting and downstroke initially, then increase after cutting 300 cm2 (hard materials) or 1000 cm2 (soft materials). The material being cut may be too hard, so check your cutting speed, downstroke speed, blade pressure, and band saw type. Material defects like oxides, sand, or hardened inclusions can also cause this; reduce speeds or clean the surface. Other causes include cutting speed being too high (reduce it), downstroke speed too slow (increase it), insufficient coolant (check level, clean pipes/jets), incorrect fluid concentration (check and correct it), inserting a new blade into a partiall...
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Sherry SuttonNov 11, 2025
Why are my Hyd-Mech DM-1215 cuts not orthogonal or inclined?
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Kevin ShafferNov 11, 2025
If cuts are not orthogonal or are inclined, several factors could be responsible. The head downstroke speed might be too fast, so reducing it is recommended. Worn or loose widia inserts can also cause this, requiring replacement or adjustment. Ensure the blade guide head is correctly positioned, leaving only the necessary part of the blade free for cutting. Verify the orthogonality of the blade to the workpiece rest shoulder and the perpendicularity of the blade to the work surface, realigning the blade guide heads and adjusting accordingly. Incorrect blade tension, a worn blade, or an unsuitable tooth pitch can also contribute to this issue, requiring pressure adjustment, blade replacement, or using a coarser blade. Other potential causes include cutting speed being too slow (increase it)...
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Kyle LiuNov 18, 2025
What to do if Hyd-Mech DM-1215 has broken teeth?
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vlynnNov 18, 2025
Broken teeth on your Hyd-Mech Saw can result from several issues. Excessive cutting speed or downstroke speed are common causes, so reduce them. High cutting pressure, an unsuitable tooth pitch (teeth too close together), or swarf welded to the teeth can also lead to breakage; address by setting correct pressure, changing to a coarser blade, and checking coolant jets/cleaning brush. Material defects like oxides or hardened inclusions may be the culprit; clean or scrap the material. Ensure the workpiece is properly clamped to prevent movement during cutting. If the blade stops in the cut, adjust cutting pressure and downstroke speed accordingly; also, check flywheel wear and blade tension. If inserting a new blade into a partially made cut, restart with slower speeds and check for old teeth...
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