Description
Product Overview
The HYDMECH S-23A is a fully automatic horizontal band saw designed for high-efficiency production cutting. With a 16″ × 20″ capacity and programmable control system, it delivers accurate, repeatable cuts with minimal operator input.
Its scissor-style design and heavy-duty construction provide stability and precision for cutting bar stock, structural steel, and bundled material.
Applications
- Production metal cutting
- Structural steel fabrication
- Machine shops with repeat jobs
- Metal service centers
👉 Built for automated cutting where consistency and throughput matter
Key Features
- 16″ × 20″ cutting capacity for large material
- Fully automatic operation with programmable controls
- Automatic multi-indexing material feed system
- 8.8 HP variable frequency drive for smooth cutting
- Mitering capability from 90° to 60°
- LED control panel for blade speed and job settings
- Heavy-duty cast iron saw head for rigidity
- Hydraulic vises for secure material clamping
- Replaceable carbide guides for accuracy
- Coolant system and safety interlocks included
Why This Machine Matters
Manual and semi-auto saws:
- Require operator attention
- Slow down production
- Reduce consistency
The S-23A solves this by:
- Automating the cutting cycle
- Running repeat jobs consistently
- Reducing labor while increasing output
👉 This is where shops move from cutting parts → running production
When to Use This Saw
- High-volume cutting operations
- Repeat production jobs
- Cutting bundles or long material
- Shops upgrading from semi-automatic saws
Specifications
- Capacity (Rectangular): 16″ × 20″
- Capacity (Round): 16″
- Blade Size: 1-1/4″ × ~16′10″
- Blade Speed: 75–350 SFM
- Motor: 8.8 HP
- Mitering: 90°–60°
- Operation: Fully automatic
- Weight: ~4,000+ lbs
📞 Need Help Choosing the Right Band Saw?
Not sure if a fully automatic saw like the S-23A is right for your shop or if a semi-automatic model would be a better fit?
👉 Call us or request a quote—we’ll help you choose the right saw based on your material size, cutting volume, and production needs.





