Maintenance on a Delta 16" variable speed Scroll Saw
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- čas přidán 5. 07. 2022
- I am working on a Delta 16 inch variable speed scroll saw today and it has its typical issues. These are a great saw to have and if you do a little maintenance on them, they will last a long time.
Thank you. I have a 40-560 that I picked up a couple of years ago. It runs and now I have an idea of how to care for it. Much appreciated.
They are a great little saw and should last you a long time. Thanks for tuning in. Stevo
Stevo, I echo the positive comments of the others. A thought on the bellows, I used the bulb from a blood pressure cuff. It's squeezes in the same area of the bellows and has a one way check valve built in so it takes in air from one side and blasts it down the tube. Thanks again for sharing your good advice.
That is quite ingenious. I will have to keep my eyes out cause that sounds like a good fix. Thanks. Stevo
It looks like a combination of a sewing machine and a vinyl record player. Nice job Stevo.
That would be the coolest record player! Thanks Bruce. Stevo
@@stevoj8959 Stevo whats the difference between the the 40-560 and the 40-560c ??
Thanks for the info. My Delta scroll saw bounces and is noisy. Now I can fix it. Great video!
Keep it going and in good shape, it will last you a long time. Thanks. Stevo
Thank you Sir, i checked the scroll saw that i bought recently and approved that it was running dry, i lubricated with grease all the joints to prevent further damage, your video helped me to understand the structure of the scroll saw and do the right maintenance.
That is awesome. If maintained right, that saw will last a long time. I have kept some going for 20+ years, in a school. Great little saw. Thanks. Stevo
I always take care of my tools, i am crazy with that, i want my tools to work properly, safely and last for long without problems. The scroll saw is the 10th in my saw collection, almost all the kind of power tools passed from my hands for over of 35 years but i never had any experience before with a scroll saw. The joints were covered and hiding by the brand signs and i had no idea how this machine is made, but now i know thanks to your video 🙂@@stevoj8959
Those are common shoulder bolts, easily found in Allen head / hex key. Every machine has them.
I was not aware that they were the same. Would have to be special ordered but good to know. Thanks. Stevo
How's she goin'? Nice work cleaning up these saws. I agree with what you say about scroll saws lasting forever. You have shown some good things to check on a the saws too. Thanks Stevo. Take care!!
It is one of those saws you don't really use that often unless you are into that type of craft. Good to have around if you have the room. I have a bigger blade in mine and sometimes use it like a bandsaw. Thanks Mike. Stevo
I never knew how those things work but you can do intricate work with them.
They are definitely a saw for the intricate work. I keep a little bigger blade in mine and use it like a bandsaw. Thanks. Stevo
Wow great video sir that grinder sure made that metal shine
Those fiber wheels are my new go to. I get them off Amazon. Stevo
Thank you! Very helpful. Now I can get back to working on my dragons. 😊 julie
Glad to be of help. Thanks. Stevo
Great video! Thanks for the information. I have two of those. They are very great ;)
They are a great little machine and if maintained will last forever. Thanks for tuning in. Stevo
Any machine shop could reproduce the 2 small bolts by starting with longer bolts and machining the shank and proper threads to match the old parts. The cross link could also be made, as you said, yourself. If I were doing this (and I might be, I also have a 40-540 Delta), I would want the bolts to wear before the cross link ends because they are easy to replace. So the bolts probably aren't hardened (very much). I also looked for small rubber bellows -- no joy even on McMaster, but a small aquarium air pump might be good enough for the job. Thanks for the video.
These parts can for sure be made. You could probably weld up the wore spot on the bolts and repair them but the link would be easy. Never thought of an aquarium pump. One comment I had was there was some bellows on ebay. Unless the motor does, these machines should last forever. Thanks. Stevo
I'd love to agree...Truth is you probably couldn't. Even if you could find a machine shop, they'd either blow you off as an annoyance or charge you $100/hr+ with a minimum charge for the hassle. You'd be better off to buy another Taiwanese Delta Scroll saw and throw the broken one in the scrap pile.....
Now if your uncle Billy has an old lathe in his tractor shed, that's a different story.
excellent bit of info here. keep it up
I hope people can keep them running, a great little saw. Thanks. Stevo
Old equipment is awesome. Things were made with pride in the old days.
It is amazing how much better the old stuff was made in comparison to the new. It seems like they used better quality metals and thicker. They weren't concerned about saving $20 when they built it. Thanks. Stevo
@@stevoj8959 I paid $10 at a yard sale for a very old Sears scroll saw. I replaced the cord because it was rotting and cracking rubber. Works nice, except it uses a very short blade, about 3.5 inches, and I cannot seem to find them, even on the intetscreen. Not that I do much woodwork, but I might do more if I could find blades.
@@haneyoakie14 Could you cut down a blade to make it work?
@@stevoj8959 it has the studs at both ends, so idk how to accommodate that.
Very informative. Thanks. I picked one up at a garage sale for five bucks, but it is missing upper and lower blade clamps. Not sure if I will modify or buy replacements, if available.
$5 is a good deal for that saw. I believe you can still get the quick releases for that machine. Hope you get it up and running. Thanks. Stevo
This has been a wonderful video which has helped in my restoration of my grampas delta. But I'm missing the tension lever. I've looked high and low but they dont make the part anymore. I was curious if you could help point me in the right direction to find one or help with some reference photos so I can attempt to fabricate one.
The tension lever is about 3 inches long. Not sure what the threads are but one could easily manufacture one out of a rod or weld a rod onto a bolt. You are lucky that is all that is missing. Worth fixing up cause it is a nice machine. Thanks. Stevo
Hi Steve, I have a 25 year old 40-540 which has had very little use, mostly stored under my workbench. I have recently started to scrollsaw again and am a total beginner. I do not have the quick release Jaws just the straight ones that tighten with a thumb spanner. I took the Jaws apart to clean them and lost the small spring that locates in the moving jaw. I live in the UK. Any idea where I might get a replacement spring or do you know of another machine that would have a similar spring.
Hi i just got a old Delta and the blade is coming out of the lower blade clamp and i was wondering if you know of anywhere that i could get a replacement blade clamp?
So useful. Thank you. I just bought a very similar used Delta 2 speed. Do you think I can plug it in a pedal to get variable speed?
I see no reason why that would not work. The two speeds are nice and I would try it first before I went variable. Variable is nice if you need precision. Thanks for tuning in. Stevo
Hi. Enjoy your videos. Do you happen to have a connecting link for a 15 in delta scroll saw?
If the link is the same as the 16 inch then I would. A guy would have to do some investigating. Stevo
Hi Stevo, I just bought a used one of these scroll saws and went to CZcams for some help and found your video. From your video it seems like the one I bought it is in pretty good shape, but it did not come with a manual, blades or a blade tightening tool. Can you tell me what length and type of blade works with this saw and where I might find a tightening tool? Thanks and regards.
Blades are just your everyday scroll saw blade without the T hook. You may be able to buy a blade wrench on ebay or some of the tool supply places still might have one(part # 1343648). If you can't find a blade wrench, you can stick a small screw diver in the hole then use an allen wrench. Hope this helps. Thanks. Stevo
Thank you for the great video. I just purchased the same model saw. I'll know what to look for now. Where do get your parts. Thank you
Parts are tough to get because they don't make them anymore. You should still be able to get the quick releases for the blades. I think that was after market. They are a good saw. Enjoy. Stevo
You can get the bellows and the special screws on Amazon $22 for the bellows and $14 for the screws.
@@votedimout That is good info, thanks. A bit expensive but then not bad for something you can't get from the factory anymore. Stevo
Hi,Stevo. Can it use a saw blade with cross pins on both ends? thanks
The cross pin blades will not work in these saws. You can just grind the pins off to make them work. No pins gives you a little more adjustability. Thanks. Stevo
For some reason my degree marker won't let my table tilt more than 5 degrees. It hits into the saw base. Do you have any ideas what I can do? Maybe some thing wasn't installed correctly. I removed the compass and it will tilt further.
That is interesting. The table of course only tilts one way and pivots on a couple of bolts. They may be too tight or just need a shot of penetrating oil. It should move smoothly. Thanks. Stevo
where can you buy the variable speed switch mine does not do a thing it's on one speed any thoughts Delta 40-540
I have purchased them from an electronics store with a new knob and was able to make it work. It is just a small rheostat. Unfortunate you can not buy original parts for them any more. Hope that helps. Stevo
Hello from the uk I’ve been looking for some spares for the same model but it’s near impossible to get anything the added clip to this footage shows you fitting blade top part mine needs replacing if you could advise where possible to locate spares would be appreciated
I have been looking on line for some parts and they're just not out there. One thing you can try is adapting a blade clamp from a different saw. Too bad the shipping costs for those parts is so high. Hope you can get it up and running it's a good saw. Thanks. Stevo
I bought a ss250 at a garage sale it works great but the variable speed seems to be at full speed and non adjustable any repair tips
You may be able to buy a new rheostat online for it or at an electronics store. Try E Replacement Parts.com as well. Hope this helps. Thanks. Stevo
I have a 16" 2 speed Delta Scroll saw and I can't find a replacement blade clamp any ideas on where to locate one. Thanks enjoy your videos.
Are you looking for the quick release ones or the original ones that you use a wrench on? Stevo
@@stevoj8959 I have a Delta 40-560 type 1 16" 2 speed. I need the upper chuck or blade holder. I purchased it along with some other tools. All I have is the flat piece of metal that fits between the fork that goes up and down. I guess the screw worked a loose and the piece that held the blade against the flat piece fell off. There was a quick connect available at one time but it is obsolete now along with the original holder. Thanks for your reply.
@@mattoxh I may have some blocks I could part with. Send me your e-mail and I will send you a pick of them. Stevo
I do have a set of the clamps but can't figure out how to send you a pic. Stevo
Hi i have a Delta scroll saw that i think is the same as the one in this video and the bottom blade clamp is damaged (the damaged part is fastened to the arm) and i was wondering if you know where i could get a replacement blade clamp?
Some parts are still available, old stock of course. Try ereplacementparts.com. I saw they still have the chuck available. Hope that helps. Stevo
@@stevoj8959 Thanks i found the part
hi ! I Have a 40-540 c DELTA scroll saw and it is missing the 4 rubber grommets that are on the base of the machine! also one of the special screws that hold the blades! Can you or any-one help me out?
You may still be able to find some parts at E Replacement Parts.Com. The grommets might be a problem but one can rig any small rubber mount. As for the blade clamp, you can still source out quick release kits for them. Hope that helps. Stevo
Any idea where I can find the top blade lock?
You can try OEM Replacement Parts or I think you can still find the quick release for those machines. Parts are getting tough to find. Thanks. Stevo
I came across a free Delta 16" Model 40-540. Its in excellent condition but its missing the Blade Cam part#1346124. Did a search and no one sells it. Any ideas what I can do to fix it? or should I just forget about it. Thank you in advance
Send me an email and I may be able to help you of with that cam. In the about section on my channel. Stevo
@@stevoj8959 Hi Stevo, I went to your page (about) but I don't see your email.
@@stevoj8959 Thank you, I have sent you a message.
Stevo whats the difference between the the 40-560 and the 40-560c ??
The 40-560c model has the quick change clamps. Other than that they are the same. Thanks for tuning in. Stevo
@@stevoj8959 cheers mate 👍
Hi Steve sorry also meant to ask if you have the spring dimensions, dia, length and wire thickness
The spring itself is about 8 mm or 5/16 inches long, for the diameter, it just has to fit in the hole. You can usually find a longer spring then snip it off with some side cutters. I think I have even used a spring out of a pen before. Thanks. Stevo
Thanks Stevo, used a pen spring cut down. It is a little small in diameter but works ok. I will keep looking for a bigger dia.
@@ivancotterill6059 Awesome
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If anyone has an extra blade wrench, I'd gladly pay to take it off your hands.
I am checking to see if I have one somewhere. Will let you know. Thanks. Stevo