For production shops that need a mitering saw with hydraulic feed and coolant.
Amazon $3,244The JET 7 x 10-1/2 In. Mitering Horizontal/Vertical Band Saw HVBS-710S is the better band saw overall, rated 3.3 to 2.5. The JET 7 x 10-1/2 In. Mitering Horizontal/Vertical Band Saw HVBS-710S leads on features, capacity and power. The JET 5 x 8 In. Horizontal Band Saw J-3230 wins on price. The JET 5 x 8 In. Horizontal Band Saw J-3230 costs $1,593.37 less ($1,650.63 vs $3,244).
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A coolant-equipped horizontal saw for steady production cutting of small stock.
Amazon $1,650.63Which should you buy?
- Choose the JET 7 x 10-1/2 In. Mitering Horizontal/Vertical Band Saw HVBS-710S for features (hydraulic downfeed, coolant system, mitering vise or head, vertical mode vs hydraulic downfeed, coolant system), capacity (7 in cutting capacity vs 5 in cutting capacity) and power (1 hp motor vs 0.5 hp motor).
- Choose the JET 5 x 8 In. Horizontal Band Saw J-3230 for price ($1,650.63 vs $3,244).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every stationary band saw; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | JET 7 x 10-1/2 In. Mitering Horizontal/Vertical Band Saw HVBS-710S | JET 5 x 8 In. Horizontal Band Saw J-3230 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 2.5/5 |
| Price 25% | 10 $3,244 | 41 $1,650.63 |
| Capacity 20% | 75 7 in cutting capacity | 25 5 in cutting capacity |
| Power 15% | 50 1 hp motor | 0 0.5 hp motor |
| Features 30% | 85 hydraulic downfeed, coolant system, mitering vise or head, vertical mode | 45 hydraulic downfeed, coolant system |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| JET 7 x 10-1/2 In. Mitering Horizontal/Vertical Band Saw HVBS-710S | JET 5 x 8 In. Horizontal Band Saw J-3230 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Cutting capacity | 7 in round, 10.5 in wide | 5 in round, 8 in wide |
| Miter | Up to 45° | - |
| Vertical mode | Yes | No |
| Motor and power | ||
| Motor | 1 hp | 0.5 hp |
| Hydraulic downfeed | Yes | Yes |
| Coolant system | Yes | Yes |
| Features | ||
| Weight | 396 lb | 151.7 lb |
