Tyre for SIP Band Saw

[sawdust maker]

Hi Everyone
I have a bit of a problem. The tyre on my 12" SIP band saw (01486) has broken. The saw is out of production and spares are unavailable does anyone know of a substitute. The wheel is 315mm Dia. and the the tyre is 20mm wide.

 

[Myfordman]

Glue either timing belt or poly vee belt onto the wheel and scarf the join in the right direction to close it when in use,
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[Eric The Viking]

I have the same SIP, I think.

The tyres for older Axminster bandsaws fit perfectly, and when I last bought some (around five years ago, admittedly) they weren't expensive. I don't think I have the Axminster part no. but I will look, in case - you may need a modern equivalent anyway.

You probably already know, but it's a flat rectangle in cross section - the wheel itself is crowned inside the rims.

Failing that, Myfordman's idea should be fine, as modern "fan" belt is very close dimensionally.

E.

 

[devonwoody]

Give Halfords a try. they are agents for SIP and you might strike lucky.

 

[sawdust maker]

Thanks All
I will try your suggestions and let you know how I get along. Might take a bit of time as I'm away for the next 10 day.

Thanks again
Paul

 

[Eric The Viking]

Found it!

Axminster #: 210253 (at least that's what is says on the plastic bag, It's so long ago there wasn't any barcode :-( )

But ask them - they're nice people and might be able to cross-reference it for you.

Hope you do fix it up again.

Regards,

E.