CNC beam saws are important woodworking machinery for cutting large sheets of materials like plywood, MDF, and particleboard into small pieces. CNC beam saws are capable of creating effortless cuts, offering high precision, efficiency, and speed. What exactly is a CNC beam saw, and how does it work? In this article, we’ll explore the definition, operation, and application of CNC beam saws.

What is a CNC beam saw?

A CNC beam saw is a computer-controlled cutting machine used in the woodworking industry to cut large sheets of material, such as plywood, MDF, and particleboard, into smaller, more manageable sizes. It is a type of panel sizing machine and other types of panel sizing machines are sliding table saws and vertical panel saws.

The “beam” in the name refers to the saw’s overhead beam, which supports the saw blade and moves back and forth along a track. CNC beam saws are commonly used in furniture and cabinet making, as well as in the production of other wood-based products. They offer many advantages over traditional sawing methods, including increased precision, speed, and efficiency.

How does a CNC beam saw work?

By using modern software, a CNC beam saw allows for highly accurate and efficient cutting of large panels or sheets of material. First, load the sheets to be cut onto the machine bed, which has a conveyor belt to assist with the feeding process. The sheets are then aligned and secured in place. Input the dimensions and cutting specifications into the computer program, including the size of each piece, the number of pieces required, and the cutting angle. The program will generate a cutting plan and the machine will follow this plan. A large-diameter circular saw blade which is attached to a motorized carriage that moves along a rail system, makes precise cuts automatically. The blade moves up and down to cut the sheets according to the required specifications. Once the cutting process is over, the CNC beam saw unloads the pieces onto an out-feed table for further processing.

Applications

CNC beam saws are frequently used in the furniture industry, from cabinets to frameworks. They are perfect for cutting large amounts of sheet materials quickly and accurately and can be programmed to make intricate cuts in various sizes and shapes.

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*Beam saw machine picture source: scmgroup.com. Not for commercial purposes.