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.
