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Laguna Bandsaw, Opionions Needed

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#1 · (Edited by Moderator)
I might have the opportunity to pick up a Laguna LT16 bandsaw for around $600. I don't know too much about it (haven't seen it in person), but the nameplate says LT16 and it appears to be in good shape. It was bought new in 1999. I know the new version sells for $2000 and has a 3hp Baldor motor. I'm not sure of the motor on this saw.

I'm probably just dreaming here (don't really have money in the budget for this), but if I could get it for $600 or less it seems like too good of a deal to pass up. My question is, if I checked this out and found it to be in good shape with a good motor, is this a deal worth bringing up to the wife, or is this just an average price that I could find again in the future?
 
#5 ·
In 2007 I got a used 16HD and paid 1700.00 less than 2 years old. Had the upgraded glides, several extra throat plates, and mobility kit…..High rise resaw fence. It had the 3hp but I upgraded it to the 6hp Baldor motor. Made in Italy and built like a tank. So 600 bucks i would say offer 525 and work it from there either way it is a good price. It will last forever if you take care of it. If the wife lets you splurge a bit then make her a nice bandsawn box!!!!!!!!!!! If you get it, take some pics….. Good Luck….
 
#8 ·
WAIT!!!...is this in your house or at a commercial business. 99.99% of all houses have single phase power. You need to have 3 different legs and your house only has 2. If this is for your home, plan on changing out the motor which is far cheaper than buying a 3ph converter.
 
#11 ·
Yep I had 2 220V outlets (single phase) installed - one for my tablesaw and one for a jointer in the future. That one could be re-purposed for the bandsaw if need be. If I decide to call the seller, I will make sure that I have sufficient power before I make any decisions.
 
#13 ·
I would say at this point it's still mostly wishful thinking. I might bring it up to the wife tonight. It's not that I'm afraid of her, I don't really think I can afford it right now either. I'm just trying to decide if it's a deal I can't afford to pass up.

The guy was asking $1200 for it a week ago, and has already come down to $650. Apparently he needs it gone quick (he claims he quit the hobby due to wood allergies) so I think I could get him to go lower. I'll sleep on it.
 
#14 ·
As I can see it, you can really bring down the price lower. What's bad is if somebody else finds the deal and would go for it hastily. Try to work it out with your wife before it's too late.
 
#17 ·
If it is 3 phase then Tennessee is correct. A 3phase motor will either be 208v or 440v.

The equation is the voltage of a single leg (120v) times the TAN of 120 or 1.732 (the phases are 120 degrees out of step) which gives 207.9 Volts.

For single phase you just add the voltage of the legs together. 120v+120v=240v.

Now somebody stop me before I get SUPER NERDY up in here!!!
 
#21 ·
Without a doubt, what Tedstor says is good advice. A good portable jig saw served me well for years before i bought a band saw.
BTW, the model T16 is not going to be a 3 phase 220v. Those saws start at about a T27- a large, industrial type band saw.
 
#25 ·
It's ok, Rex. There are still more to come. This might be a common saying we heard a couple of times, but never neglect the old timer. Remember, patience is always a virtue.
 
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