Micro-Precision Guides provide precise control of the bandsaw blade using special Tefloy side support blocks. These hardened sintered steel blocks are vacuum impregnated with teflon material resulting in much lower friction and cooler running blades than with tool steel blocks. The teflon acts as a dry-film lubricant to reduce wear, lower friction , and increase useful life. Back support is provided by a double sealed ball bearing encased in a precision ground hardened steel wear ring. All Micro-Precision models feature vernier adjustment of the side blocks and complete flexibility of configuration. Each guide may be set up as either a right-hand or left-hand unit to ensure that the controls are always located in the most convenient position. Micro-Precision Guides are available in three models:

CP10: Handles blade sizes from 3/16 inch to 1 3/4 inches; blade speeds up to 7,000 feet per minute; used on machines from 30 inches to 42 inches in wheel diameter. Overall size is 4 inches high, 4 1/4 inches wide, by 3 inches deep with a 3/4 inch diameter mounting hole.

CP20: Handles blade sizes from 1/8 to 1 1/4 inches; blade speeds to 6,000 feet per minute; used on machines from 16 to 36 inch wheel diameters. Overall size is 3 inches high, 4 inches wide, by 2 1/2 inches deep with a 3/4 inch diameter mounting hole.

CP30: Blade sizes from 1/8 to 3/4 inch; blade speeds to 5,000 feet per minute; used on machines from 14 to 20 inches in wheel diameter. Overall size is 2 1/4 inches high, by 3 inches wide, by 1 7/8 inches deep with 7/16 inch diameter mounting hole.

Guidall All Ball Bearing Guides are equipped with ball bearings on all 3 sides of the blade for maximum support with the least possible friction. Using double sealed bearings, these units provide unmatched durability and performance. All rolling contact on the blade means there is no surface wear due to friction thus eliminating the need for frequent readjustment of the side rollers. Once positioned for proper clearance with a given blade, they maintain that setting hour after hour, day after day for the most consistent cut possible. Extremely low friction means less heat buildup in the blades and less chance of blade damage when making tight radius cuts. Three basic styles are available:

• Model 500: compact, yet rugged; suitable for bandsaws from 14 to 30 inches in wheel diameter; able to handle blades from 3/16 to 1 1/4 inches in width at speeds up to 5,000 feet per minute.
• Model 600: similar to the Model 500 but larger; suited for saws from 30 to 42 inches in wheel diameter; able to handle blades from 1/4 to 2 1/2 inches in width at speeds up to 5,000 feet per minute
• Model 400: extra heavy duty construction; utilizes oversize side support rollers and double bearing back up wheel; suitable for saws from 30 to 42 inches in wheel diameter; covers blade widths from 1/4 to 2 1/2 inches at speeds up to 11,000 feet per minute.

Carter Guide Conversion Kits

Carter Guide Conversion Kits are available to fit many popular smaller bandsaws. These kits use the latest in compact all ball bearing guides along with custom mounting brackets specially designed for the saw in question. These complete, bolt-on packages make it easy to upgrade the performance of your saw to take advantage of all the benefits that the all-ball-bearing design can provide. Kits are currently available for the saw models listed below with kits for additional saws in constant development. Contact us at the factory for complete specifications and the latest developments.

• Delta 14 and 20 inch bandsaws
• Jet 14 inch
• SCM 18 inch Model S45
• Grizzly 16 and 18 inch
• General 15 inch
• Grob 4V and NS models
• Meber 500 through 900 series
• Centauro 350 through 900 series

Each kit comes with: upper and lower guide assemblies, upper and lower mounting studs, upper and lower mounting adapter blocks, and necessary mounting hardware.  Certain kits may also include guide posts and/or guard adapter brackets if appropriate.  

Carter STABILIZER for Band Saw Blades

The revolutionary new way to provide full support and control when using narrow blades (up to 1/4" wide) for precise contour cutting.