Wilton 3130 5x8" Horizontal Band Saw

Overview

Horizontal band saw bought off craigslist. It is a Wilton which is "Made in USA", but the exact model number wasn't indicated on it. It seems it was a "Wilton 3130" judging from old user's catalogs.

Specifications

Cutting Capacity	5" (127mm) round 7-1/2" (190.5mm) wide x 5" (127mm) high rectangle 8" (203.5mm) wide x 1" (25.4mm) high flat stock 4-1/2" (114.3mm) wide x 5" (127mm) high at 45 degrees
Bandsaw Blades	68" x 0.025" x 1/2" (older USA model like we have) 68.5" x 0.025" x 1/2" (newer Chinese models)

NOTE: these cutting capacity specifications were taken from the manual for the modern version of the 3130, I am still looking for a manual for the older serial number ones.

Upgrades

Automatic Shut Off

TODO post photo of bracket added to the left knob on the machine.

Hydraulic

TODO

Replacement Parts

Blades

The saw takes blades that are 68" long and 1/2" wide. The later models of Wilton 3130's that are now made in China use 68-1/2" (68.5") long blades, and I'm sure they are compatible.

$36.90 -- Amazon -- Starrett Intenss Pro-Die Band Saw Blade, Bimetal, Intenss Tooth, Raker Set, Positive Rake, 68" Length, 1/2" Width, 0.025" Thick, 10-14 TPI

$29.63 -- McMaster -- Long-Life Band Saw Blade Anti-Vibration, 1/2" Wide x 0.025" Thick, 68" Long

Online Resources =

Wilton Machinery Catalog 270

Wilton Machinery Catalog 269

Wilton General Brochure

Wilton 3130 Horizontal Metal Cutting Bandsaw (37428) | J.J. Kane Auctioneers

Cast Iron Welding | MIG Welding Forum

https://www.toolpartsdirect.com/wilton-3130-5-inch-x-8-inch-dry-metal-cutting-horizontal-bandsaw-1-2hp-1ph.html

Wilton 3130/3230 Operating Instructions / Parts Manual (modern Chinese versions)