TFTT057 Aldi / Workzone Bandsaw Review
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- čas přidán 31. 05. 2019
- Every now and then Aldi have DIY specials available to buy. And sometimes one of the specials is a small hobby grade bandsaw.
I've had one for about ten months, as of the time of uploading this video, and Aldi are just about to have another batch of the bandsaws available to buy in the UK. So here's my thoughts on it.
The bandsaw is available in-store or from their website: www.aldi.co.uk/workzone-elect...
If you have any questions, pop them in the comments and I will try to answer them. I do try to answer all comments.
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Great review mate! Covered all of the questions I would have asked. Thank you!
A great little saw. Specs and appearance change from time to time when on sale and country to country. I did change the band from 6 x 6tpi to 8 x 14tpi, it gave a cleaner cut. The motor is a little under powered, 250w in my case, so don't push it. One big complaint was the upper bearing at the back of the band was under sized, no way would it support the band, so I fitted a larger one. No big deal for me but average Joe may not know. My 2c worth.
Excellent review Andy. I started with this machine myself and It worked like a charm. On mine the pressed steel table was dish-shaped but and not that flat. But that was easily fixed with car-body filler and a sheet of melamine. I tinkered with it to the point it cut square true and with very little blade drift and was able to cut very thin veneers. You can't beat the price. But it's not available all year around. I only replaced mine because John Clothier was selling his Aximinster saw, and it's not gone anywhere I having tucked it away and secretly don't want to see it go.
Good review Andy, ticked all the boxes and answered the questions that people tend to ask. I have one of these I bought last year(Couldn't refuse it when they were clearing the last couple at £30 😁👍) I'd like to add...as you mentioned, they're essentially a rebadged sheppach...the customer service is also handled by sheppach....and I can vouch for it. It's second to none! I had a crack in a casting out of the box...emailed them with a few pics and they took possession of the problem and got it sorted with replacement parts shipped directly to me(I requested the part as it was an easy quick fix). Glad to hear you are happy with yours too. I think it's fantastic value for £80 and a capable little machine to boot.👍😁
At £80 I'm having one of those. Thanks for the review!
Good stuff man. I'm always curious when I see work zone stuff at Aldi's. Got some chisels there and they are pretty nice.
Spot on review Andy, it’s not the worlds greatest bandsaw but it’s only 80 quid! I like mine, and you’re right about the blades, I’m on my third now. Cheers mate.
Ive just popped in from phils/barneys workshop. Ive just ordered the latest ferrex bandsaw from aldi. Cant wait to see what thats like
Very good video Aldi tools are very reliable, I think you need a new plaster lol
Great honest review! I do have a question... if you were going to buy a better one, which one would it be?
Great video and review Andy, though I cannot get one this time I shall continue my vigil waiting for them to come around again.
Brilliant review mate thanks just in time for a possible purchase as long as my boss in door agrees lol thanks mate
Looks like a handy little machine.
I bought this tool recently, and was very happy with the blade. I bought a highly recommended replacement blade from Tuffsaws, and it was terrible in comparison. The stock blade worked far, far better.
Thanks for doing a great review. I have just ordered one. Can you please reply with a link to the replacement blade you bought?
Great video Andy! Just wondering can I just sign up for an email to find out when the Aldi tools are going on sale?
I've had this machine for about a year and now the guard won't wind down. I can't see much dust on it. It's a common problem apparently. Any ideas? Ta
I wish Aldi sold stuff like this in the US. Their lawyers probably told them not to -- too dangerous.
If I can only buy a band saw or scroll saw, which should I buy?