HYD-MECH S-20A Automatic Band Saw – 13″ × 18″ Horizontal Production Saw

HYD-MECH S-20A Automatic Band Saw – 13″ × 18″ Horizontal Production Saw

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HYDMECH S-20A automatic horizontal bandsaw with 13″ × 18″ capacity, programmable PLC control, and variable speed drive for production cutting.

SKU: S20A Category: Brand:

Description

Product Overview

The HYDMECH S-20A is a fully automatic horizontal band saw designed for efficient production cutting in fabrication and machine shop environments. With a 13″ × 18″ capacity and programmable control system, it delivers consistent, repeatable cuts with minimal operator involvement.

Its compact scissor-style design makes it ideal for shops that need automation without the footprint of larger production machines.

Applications

  • Production cutting environments
  • Machine shops with repeat jobs
  • Structural steel and bar stock cutting
  • Fabrication shops scaling into automation

👉 Built for automated cutting with strong efficiency and low cost per cut

Key Features

  • 13″ × 18″ cutting capacity for medium-sized material
  • Fully automatic operation with PLC programmable control
  • Automatic material indexing system for repeat cuts
  • Variable frequency drive for smooth blade speed control
  • Swing head scissor-style design for compact footprint
  • Miter cutting capability (up to ~60°)
  • Hydraulic downfeed and vise system for material stability
  • Replaceable carbide blade guides for accuracy
  • Coolant system and safety interlocks included

Why This Machine Matters

Manual & semi-auto saws:

  • Require operator supervision
  • Slow down production
  • Reduce consistency

Large automatic saws:

  • Expensive
  • Take up more space

The S-20A solves this by:

  • Providing full automation in a smaller footprint
  • Handling repeat jobs efficiently
  • Reducing labor without over-investing

👉 This is the entry point into real production cutting

When to Use This Saw

  • When running repeat production jobs
  • When cutting medium-size material regularly
  • When upgrading from semi-automatic saws
  • When space is limited but automation is needed

Specifications

  • Capacity (Rectangular): 13″ × 18″
  • Capacity (Round): 13″
  • Blade Size: 1″ × ~14′10″
  • Blade Speed: 75–330 SFM
  • Motor: ~3–5 HP VFD
  • Operation: Fully automatic
  • Weight: ~3,800 lbs

📞 Need Help Choosing the Right Band Saw?

Not sure if the S-20A is enough capacity or if you should move up to a larger production saw like the S-23A?

👉 Call us or request a quote—we’ll help you choose the right saw based on your material size, volume, and workflow.

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