JET HVBS-712 7" x 12" Horizontal/Vertical Metal Bandsaw
Are you losing time on metal cutting jobs because your saw can't handle the range of stock your shop demands?
What if your bandsaw could shift from horizontal to vertical cutting without slowing your workflow or compromising cut quality?
Meet the JET HVBS-712, a dual-mode metal bandsaw built for shops that need reliable, accurate cuts across round, square, and structural stock.
With the HVBS-712, you get a machine designed to handle both production cuts and detailed vertical work from a single solid platform.
When your saw keeps up with the range of work your shop demands, you spend less time working around your equipment and more time on the job.
JET HVBS-712 for Horizontal and Vertical Metal Cutting
Dual-Mode Design Expands Cutting Capability
The HVBS-712 converts between horizontal and vertical cutting positions to handle a wider range of metal cutting tasks from one machine. Horizontal mode handles production crosscutting of bar, pipe, and structural stock. Vertical mode opens up contour cutting and closer detail work on the blade table.
Vise and Bow Assembly Controls Cut Accuracy
The material vise holds workpieces firmly during horizontal cuts so the blade tracks true through the full stroke. A controlled descent system manages bow feed rate so the blade stays in consistent contact with the material. This keeps cuts square and reduces the chance of blade deflection on harder stock.
Blade Tensioning System Maintains Consistent Tracking
Proper blade tension is critical on metal-cutting bandsaws where blade drift leads to wasted stock and rework. The HVBS-712 includes a blade tensioning mechanism that keeps the blade tracking correctly cut after cut. Consistent tension extends blade life and keeps cut quality steady across a full day of production use.
Cast Iron Table Supports Vertical Cutting Work
When the machine is set to vertical mode, the cast iron table gives you a stable and flat reference surface for guided cuts. The table supports the workpiece through the cut so the blade stays on line without wandering. This makes the HVBS-712 useful for shops that need contour capability alongside straight production cutting.




What's Included
What's Included? JET HVBS-712 7" x 12" Horizontal/Vertical Metal Bandsaw
- JET HVBS-712 Bandsaw — The main machine unit configured for horizontal and vertical metal cutting.
- Blade — A metal-cutting blade installed and ready for initial use out of the box.
- Work Vise — Holds stock securely during horizontal cuts for straight, repeatable results.
Specs
JET HVBS-712 7" x 12" Horizontal/Vertical Metal Bandsaw Specifications
- Capacity (Round): 7"
- Capacity (Rectangular): 7" x 12"
- Cutting Modes: Horizontal and Vertical