KAKA INDUSTRIAL BS-712N 7 x 12 In. Horizontal/Vertical Band Saw
#1 in StationaryFull review
The lowest-priced 7 x 12 with coolant and hydraulic feed, from a lesser-known seller.
Amazon $1,623$1,623
The KAKA INDUSTRIAL BS-712N 7 x 12 In. Horizontal/Vertical Band Saw is the better band saw overall, rated 4.0 to 3.1. The KAKA INDUSTRIAL BS-712N 7 x 12 In. Horizontal/Vertical Band Saw leads on features, power and price. The KAKA INDUSTRIAL BS-712N 7 x 12 In. Horizontal/Vertical Band Saw costs $676 less ($1,623 vs $2,299).
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JET 7 x 12 In. Deluxe Horizontal/Vertical Band Saw HVBS-712D
#8 in StationaryFull review
The deluxe 7 x 12 for shops that cut a lot of angles and want a cabinet base.
Amazon $2,299$2,299
Which should you buy?
- Choose the KAKA INDUSTRIAL BS-712N 7 x 12 In. Horizontal/Vertical Band Saw for features (hydraulic downfeed, coolant system, mitering vise or head, vertical mode, automatic shut-off vs coolant system, mitering vise or head, vertical mode), power (1.5 hp motor vs 0.8 hp motor) and price ($1,623 vs $2,299).
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 | KAKA INDUSTRIAL BS-712N 7 x 12 In. Horizontal/Vertical Band Saw | JET 7 x 12 In. Deluxe Horizontal/Vertical Band Saw HVBS-712D |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Price 25% | 41 $1,623 | 25 $2,299 |
| Capacity 20% | 75 7 in cutting capacity | 75 7 in cutting capacity |
| Power 15% | 100 1.5 hp motor | 25 0.8 hp motor |
| Features 30% | 100 hydraulic downfeed, coolant system, mitering vise or head, vertical mode, automatic shut-off | 60 coolant system, mitering vise or head, vertical mode |
| Warranty 10% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 40 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| KAKA INDUSTRIAL BS-712N 7 x 12 In. Horizontal/Vertical Band Saw | JET 7 x 12 In. Deluxe Horizontal/Vertical Band Saw HVBS-712D | |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | ||
| Cutting capacity | 7 in round, 12 in wide | 7 in round, 12 in wide |
| Blade speed | 89 to 256 sfpm | - |
| Miter | Up to 45° | Up to 45° |
| Vertical mode | Yes | Yes |
| Motor and power | ||
| Motor | 1.5 hp | 0.8 hp |
| Hydraulic downfeed | Yes | - |
| Coolant system | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic shut-off | Yes | - |
| Features | ||
| Weight | 400 lb | 374 lb |
| Warranty | - | 2 years |