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Charnwood W730 Bandsaw
Overview
The Charnwood W730 is a 14“ bandsaw for cutting wood, it has an adjustable guide and guard. The machine is on a wheel base so that it can be moved in order to accept material of different sizes.
The overhead dust extraction should be powered on when this machine is used.
Link to suppliers catalogue page Link to manual A paper manual is kept for this machine at the Makerspace
Safety & Induction
Risk Score: Amber
Risk Assessment: 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 |
Always check material for the presence of nails before feeding into machine - we have a nail detector!
Induction Information
- You can get an induction for this machine by submitting a request to contact@newportmakerspace.org, or by completing this google form
- An induction for this machine is expected to take up to 1 hour
- The induction will cover setup and safe usage of the machine
Maintenance History
Date next maintenance is due: 01/10/2026
| Date | Member ID | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 05/07/2026 | James B | Adjusted blade to cut true again |
| 01/10/2025 | John O | PAT test completed |
| 21/10/2022 | ms00022 | 1) Changed path of belt past tensioner: The way it is now might not as indicated in manual, but is more conventional and cured belt throw issue. 2) Adjusted track on bottom wheel: the wheel was grinding on the drive pulley. 3) Adjusted track on top wheel: Blade was coming forward/ being thrown. Cured by adjustment. 4) Adjusted guide: to account for above. Some fine adjustment might be needed in time. 5) Blade changed: Blade was worn/blunt 6) Cleaned tyre on bottom wheel/ dusted top wheel tyre |