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===== Sealey SM5.v3 Horizontal Bandsaw =====

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==== Overview ====

The Sealey SM5.v3 is a bandsaw for metal cutting which can be used in either horizontal or vertical position. The main intended use of the SM5.v3 is to cut metal rod or bar to size. Vertical position is much the same as a standard bandsaw where you control the cut by manually feeding material to the machine. In horizontal position, the material is clamped in place and the saw is gently lowered into position to start cutting, then gravity will do the rest. 

Switching between the two positions is simple, a support plate is adjusted which fixes the machine in vertical position, the lower blade guard is removed and a table and support are attached in it's place. The manual has an illustrated guide for switching cutting positions.

The bandsaw has three speeds which are set by changing the pulley gearing of the belt drive. The settings are as follows:

^ Material ^ Motor Pulley ^ Saw Pulley ^ Blade Speed ^
| Tool, stainless or alloy steel, bearing bronze | Small | Large | 0.3m/sec |
| Low to medium carbon steel | Medium | Medium | 0.5m/sec |
| Aluminium, copper, brass | Large | Small | 0.8m/sec |
 

[[https://newportmakerspace.org/|Link to manual]]

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==== Safety & Induction ====

:!: Risk Score **Amber**

:!: Risk Assessment: {{ :equipment:risk_assessments:nmcc_-_risk_assessment_-_metalworking_band_saw_-_02.06.2025.docx | Link}}

:!: Do I need an induction to use this machine? **Yes**

:!: Can I use this machine while lone working? **Yes**

^ PPE      ^ Required / Suggested / Banned      ^
|Eye protection|Required|
|Hearing protection|Suggested|
|Gloves|Suggested|

=== Induction Information ===

:!: Do I need an induction to use this machine?: **Yes**

  * You can get an induction for this machine by submitting a request to contact@newportmakerspace.org, or by completing [[https://forms.gle/bCzqRAGGd8Da9bwJ8|this google form]]
  * An induction for this machine is expected to take up to 1 hour
  * The induction will cover inspection of the machine, setting it up in both horizontal and vertical position, adjusting speed and performing cuts
  * You may be asked to supply material for the induction

==== Maintenance History ====

Date next maintenance is due: **01/04/2026**

^ Date      ^ Member ID      ^ Notes          ^
| 01/10/2025 | John O | PAT test completed |
| 12/04/2022 | Aidan | Bandsaw commissioned, blade aligned to pulleys and bearings, test cut performed successfully |
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