The Class SI 350 model offers 14” blade capacity, as well as more ergonomic and production oriented features for the growing shop where increased ease of use and productivity are needed. This SI 350 is a 3-phase manually adjusted saw.
The double trunnion assembly for the blade tilting is part of the blade group casting. This eliminates the possibility of misalignment which exists when these parts are bolted in the place as some manufacturers do. Others use a small pivot pin to hold up the saw group. Direct shaft drive coupled with rack and pinion gearing allow smooth, angle adjustment of the saw blade.
Guideways are ground to tolerance allowing for perfectly precise and permanent fitting of the wagon assembly. The radius is ground into the steel guides increases contact area along the bearing surface which eliminates pre-mature wearing of the bearing and guides. The steel guides are mechanically dovetailed into place, (not glued). The guideway tolerance of this system is +/- .05 mm (.002”) along the entire length of the carriage. With this system it is 4 times higher with respect to any other system.
Adjusting the scoring set is quick and easy. Simply turn the dial to adjust the width of the score. This system eliminates the need for shims and the constant adjustment they require. It is fully adjustable in 0.1 mm increments.
The squaring fence is made of steel and has a heavy duty articulating arm to provide maximum support for heavy panels. There are preset positions to facilitate angle cuts. The flip stops can be positioned to within 1” of each other.
The crosscut fence can be easily removed by accessing a spring-loaded locking pin. By pulling down, the crosscut fence easily comes out to either re-position it, or move it out completely. When it is needed again, it quickly locks into the exact position it was in previously. This system is not only accurate, it is repeatable as well!
Easily turn on and off the main blade, and scoring blade from the end of the sliding table. This makes starting the machine more convenient when cutting large panels.
The Class series sliders incorporate a massive cast iron blade group. The blades raise and lower on two steel pillars. The entire group is closed in order to minimize the dust breaching of the saw cabinet, thus maintaining a longer lift for the saw with less internal maintenance.
