Description

16″ Super Duty Metal Cutting Radial Arm Saw

The 16″ Metal Cutting Radial Arm Saw is built in the USA for industrial metalworking, with a 5″ maximum cutting depth and a choice of 24″ or 32″ crosscut capacity. Cast and ductile iron construction and a powder-coated steel frame provide a stable platform for industrial cutting.

Standard equipment includes a 7.5 HP TEFC motor, manual handcrank carriage feed, manual clamps, and a T-slot extruded aluminum table. Single-phase and three-phase power options are available. Electronic Powered Cross Feed and pneumatic clamping systems are optional upgrades.

Key Features

Advanced Cutting Capabilities

The 16″ Super Duty Metal Cutting Radial Arm Saw handles a wide range of cutting operations with accuracy and ease. Its versatility makes it essential for industrial metal fabrication and cutting tasks.

• Cut Types: Crosscuts, bevel cuts, miter cuts, and compound miter cuts.
• Depth of Cut: Cuts up to 5″ deep in a single pass, perfect for thicker materials.
• Crosscut Capacity: Choose from models with either 24″ or 32″ crosscut capabilities to handle large panels, profiles, and extrusions.

Industrial-Grade Construction

Metal Cutting Radial Arm Saw is engineered for durability and precision. This saw can withstand heavy industrial use while maintaining consistent performance over time.

• Heavy-Duty Materials: Cast and ductile iron components reduce vibration for accurate cuts.
• Powder-Coated Steel Frame: Heavy-gauge steel legs and frame provide stability and long-lasting durability.
• T-Slot Extruded Metal Table: Offers a sturdy and reliable work surface for heavy materials and precise cutting.

Reliable Motor with VFD Technology

Each Metal Cutting Radial Arm Saw has a powerful motor and advanced Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) technology. These features provide reliable and consistent performance for demanding industrial cutting applications.

• 7.5 HP TEFC Motor: Designed with a Totally Enclosed Fan-Cooled (TEFC) configuration, this motor protects internal components from dust, debris, and contaminants. This provides long-lasting durability and minimal maintenance, even in harsh environments.
• Variable Frequency Drive (VFD): Provides controlled motor startup, blade-speed adjustment, and controlled braking.

Enhanced Safety Features

Standard features include an emergency stop, upper and lower blade guards, and an automatic blade braking system.

• E-Stop: Quickly halts the saw’s operation in emergencies.
• Upper and Lower Blade Guards: Help limit exposure to the blade during operation.
• Automatic Blade Braking System: Stops the blade promptly after use for enhanced safety.

Precision Feed System

Choose standard manual handcrank operation or upgrade to Electronic Powered Cross Feed.

• Manual Handcrank (Standard): The handcrank lets the operator control the saw carriage’s travel and feed rate. The operator cranks forward to advance the carriage and reverses the crank to return it to the home position. There is no automatic return.
• Semi-Automatic Operation (Optional Upgrade): Electronic Powered Cross Feed advances the saw carriage through the material and automatically returns it to the home position, reducing manual effort during repetitive cutting tasks.

See the Manual Handcrank in Action

Watch a demonstration of carriage travel and manual return on a metal cutting radial arm saw.

Handcrank models require manual return. Reverse the crank to bring the saw carriage back to its home position.

Customizable Work Surface

The standard T-slot extruded aluminum table supports material clamping and optional HDPE inserts.

• Standard Table: The T-slot extruded aluminum table provides a durable, stable work surface supporting heavy materials. It includes secure clamping options to firmly hold materials during cutting operations.
• Optional HDPE Table Inserts: Fill the gaps between the aluminum table extrusions to provide additional support for smaller workpieces. Factory installation is required; specify inserts when ordering your saw.

Clamping Options

The 16″ Metal Cutting Radial Arm Saw comes equipped with standard manual clamps, which slide through the aluminum T-slots of the table. These clamps securely hold materials in place and provide precision and safety during cutting operations.

For enhanced efficiency, the saw can be upgraded with a Pneumatic Clamping System:

• Two-Front Pushing Pneumatic Clamps: Designed for repetitive or high-volume cutting tasks, this system provides secure material holding with minimal operator effort and streamlines workflows.
• Four-Clamp Pneumatic System: Combines two front-pushing clamps with two over-center clamps to hold material against the fence and down against the table.

3579-16M with Optional Accessories

The two front-pushing pneumatic clamps hold material against the fence. Black HDPE inserts fill the gaps between the aluminum table extrusions to support smaller workpieces. Both options are sold separately, require factory installation, and must be specified when ordering your saw.

Front Mounted Height Adjustment

A crank at the front of the frame raises and lowers the blade assembly for convenient cutting-height adjustments.

Applications and Industries

The 16″ Super Duty Metal Cutting Radial Arm Saw is a trusted solution for a wide range of industries that have high-volume cutting needs:

• Metal Fabrication: Designed for accurately cutting profiles, extrusions, and structural components.
• Window and Door Manufacturing: Ideal for sizing aluminum and metal components in high-performance window and door systems.
• Sign Manufacturing: Provides custom cuts for metal signage.
• Metal Roofing and Decking Production: Used for cutting metal roofing and decking materials to length.