Description

Product Overview

The HYDMECH S-20P is a semi-automatic horizontal pivot band saw designed for fabrication shops and production environments requiring precise miter cutting. With a 13″ × 18″ capacity and hydraulic operation, it delivers consistent, repeatable cuts while reducing operator fatigue.

Built on HYDMECH’s proven pivot saw design, the S-20P adds semi-automatic functionality, making it ideal for shops that need higher efficiency without moving to full automation.

Applications

• Fabrication and machine shops
• Structural steel and tubing cutting
• Miter and angle cutting applications
• Light-to-medium production environments

👉 Designed for shops that need production capability with flexibility

Key Features

• 13″ × 18″ cutting capacity for fabrication work
• Semi-automatic operation with hydraulic vise and head control
• Swing head mitering up to 60° for angle cutting
• 3 HP variable frequency drive (VFD) with direct blade drive
• Variable blade speed (approx. 45–375 SFM) for material flexibility
• Hydraulic full-stroke vise with adjustable pressure (50–400 PSI)
• Gravity-fed downfeed with adjustable cutting rate
• Digital control / HMI display for blade speed, job data, and diagnostics
• Replaceable carbide blade guides for accuracy and longevity
• Built-in roller table for material support
• Flood coolant or mist lubrication system options
• Heavy-duty cast iron saw head for rigidity and stability

Why This Machine Matters

Manual saws:

• Require constant operator effort
• Slower cutting cycles
• Less consistency

Fully automatic saws:

• Higher cost
• Less flexibility for varied jobs

The S-20P solves this by:

• Automating key cutting functions (clamping, head lift, control)
• Maintaining operator control for flexibility
• Improving cycle times and reducing fatigue

👉 This makes it the perfect bridge between manual and fully automatic production saws

When to Use This Saw

• When doing frequent miter or angle cuts
• When running repeat jobs but not full production volume
• When upgrading from a manual horizontal saw
• When you need semi-automatic efficiency without full automation cost

Specifications

• Capacity (Rectangular): 13″ × 18″
• Capacity (Round): 13″
• Blade Size: 1″ × 14′10″
• Blade Speed: 45–375 SFM
• Motor: 3 HP VFD
• Mitering: up to 60°
• Operation: Semi-automatic hydraulic
• Vise: Full stroke hydraulic, variable pressure
• Weight: ~2,500 lbs class

📞 Need Help Choosing the Right Band Saw?

Not sure if a semi-automatic saw like the S-20P is the right fit, or if you should move to a fully automatic model like the S-20A or S-23A?

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