what does the the dimension 12" mean when referring to a band saw?
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12 In. resaw capacity
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I would think it was the blade length, not width.
I would think it was the blade length, not width.
That is the "mouth" size, meaning 12" material can be cut on it.
The diameter of the blade
The size of the opening that actually does the cutting . A 12" band saw will cut items up to 12" wide
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