Description
Product Overview
The HYDMECH V-18APC-60 is a fully automatic vertical band saw designed for production cutting of structural steel, tubing, and solid material. With automatic programmable mitering and PLC control, it delivers consistent, repeatable cuts with minimal operator involvement.
Its compact footprint compared to larger automatic saws makes it ideal for shops that need automation without stepping up to a larger machine.
Applications
- Structural steel fabrication
- Production cutting environments
- Metal service centers
- Medium-to-high volume sawing
π This machine is built for automated cutting of structural material and bundles with minimal operator input
Key Features
- Fully automatic operation with PLC control (job memory)
- 22β³ Γ 18β³ cutting capacity for large material
- Automatic mitering from 60Β° left to 60Β° right
- High-speed shuttle feed with automatic multi-indexing (~40β³ stroke)
- 7.5 HP direct blade drive for efficient cutting
- 3Β° canted head design for improved blade life
- Four hydraulic vises for secure material handling
- Powered movable guide arm for accuracy
- Hydraulic band tensioning with digital readout
- Chip conveyor, coolant system, and safety interlocks included
Why This Machine Matters
Manual & semi-auto saws:
- Require operator attention
- Slow down production
- Reduce consistency
The V-18APC-60 solves this by:
- Fully automating cutting cycles
- Handling repeat jobs with precision
- Reducing labor and operator involvement
π This increases throughput and consistency.
When to Use This Saw
- When running production cutting jobs
- When cutting structural steel or bundled material
- When you need automatic miter cutting
- When upgrading from a semi-automatic saw
Specifications
- Capacity (Rectangular): ~22β³ Γ 18β³
- Capacity (Round): ~18β³
- Blade Size: 1-1/4β³ Γ ~17β²
- Blade Speed: 65β385 SFM
- Motor: 7.5 HP
- Mitering: 60Β° left/right (automatic)
- Indexing: ~40β³ automatic stroke
π Need Help Choosing the Right Band Saw?
Not sure if you need a fully automatic saw like the V-18APC-60 or a larger model like the V-25APC?
π Call us or request a quoteβweβll help you choose the right saw based on your material size, volume, and production needs.





