Description: Bandsaw Tires, rubber and urethane, finding proper fit for your bandsaw machine, maintenance and where to buy.
The type of bandsaw machine used will dictate tire type. In most professional woodworking shops, the normal bandsaw usually has wheels in 17″, 19″, 21″, or 24″ size. Woodworkers prefer the 17″ bandsaw because they are the most economical and especially good with re-sawing and curve cutting.
When choosing the right tires for your machine, consider not only machine size but also the tire material.
If you want to avoid the messy glue component and the additional work required to install a rubber tire, your best bet is to purchase an urethane tire. Urethane tires are generally more expensive than rubber tires, but they are worth it and often recommended over rubber by many bandsaw manufacturers because of the durability factor.