Minimax S 45N

Overview

The Minimax S 45N is a professional-grade stationary band saw engineered for precision solid wood cutting in dedicated woodworking workshops and craft operations. Built on a robust cast iron construction with precision-engineered 450 mm diameter saw wheels, this machine delivers stable, reliable performance for demanding joinery, curved cutting, and resawing applications where dimensional accuracy and cut quality are critical. Key technical capabilities include a maximum cutting height of 300 mm and cutting width of 440 mm, enabling processing of substantial stock material in a single pass. The 520 x 600 mm worktable features 0° to 45° tilting functionality, supporting angled cuts, chamfering, and compound cutting operations essential for architectural woodwork and furniture joinery. The 3 kW (50 Hz) or 3.6 kW (60 Hz) three-phase motor provides consistent cutting force across hardwoods, softwoods, and engineered timber products without performance degradation. This machine is designed for established craft and small-to-medium production workshops (5–30 personnel) processing solid wood stock in batch or semi-continuous workflows. It suits operations requiring 100–500+ cuts per production shift, where tool precision directly influences finished product quality and waste minimization. The S 45N is particularly suited to furniture makers, millwork shops, and specialized joiners who demand reliability and accuracy without the footprint or cost of larger industrial systems. Within its class, the S 45N balances cutting capacity with workshop ergonomics and operational flexibility. Its tilting table and proven cast iron wheel geometry position it above entry-level saws while maintaining mid-range capital and operating costs, making it ideal for growing workshops transitioning from manual or smaller machine-based production.

Applications

custom millwork

Medium workshop

Custom architectural millwork shops rely on the S 45N for repetitive batch cutting of solid wood trim, molding components, and architectural profiles in production runs of 50–300 pieces. The machine's 300 mm height and stable 450 mm wheel geometry ensure consistent kerf width and dimensional tolerance across hardwood species (oak, walnut, cherry), reducing fitting time and rework. Batch capacity allows 4–8 hour production runs before blade changes, supporting mid-volume contract work for residential and commercial projects.

cabinet making

Medium workshop

Cabinet and casework manufacturers use the S 45N for cutting solid wood face frames, stile-and-rail components, and decorative panels from hardwood stock in batch sequences. The 520 x 600 mm worktable and 440 mm cutting width accommodate standard cabinet widths and frame rail lengths, while the 300 mm cutting height enables efficient processing of 2–3 inch thick blanks for drawer fronts and door frames. Precision cutting reduces hand-planing and sanding labor, improving component fit and assembly speed.

solid wood crafting

Small workshop

Craft woodworkers and bespoke furniture makers use the S 45N for intricate curved cuts, marquetry components, and complex joinery blanks that define hand-crafted pieces. With 300 mm cutting height and 440 mm width, makers can resaw thick stock into veneers, cut compound curves for chair components, and produce precision blanks for mortise-and-tenon assemblies. The tilting table (0°–45°) enables angled cuts critical to traditional and contemporary furniture design without secondary machine operations.

timber construction

Medium workshop

Timber frame and heavy timber construction shops use the S 45N for resawing thick dimensional lumber (up to 300 mm height) into architectural structural members, beams with scarf joints, and curved timber components for exposed interior elements. The robust cast iron construction and 3 kW motor handle dense softwoods and hardwoods without vibration, while the tilting table facilitates compound cuts required for traditional joinery. Typical throughput: 20–40 linear meters of resaw stock per shift.

Specifications

Working Areas

Worktable Dimensions520 x 600 mm

Max. Cutting Height300 mm

Max. Cutting Width440 mm

Worktable Tilting0° ÷ 20° (45°) degrees

Routing Unit

Cast Iron Saw Wheels Diameter450 mm

Motor

Three-Phase Motor Power3 (3,6) | 50 (60) kW | Hz

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