WEN 9-Inch Band Saw, 2.8-Amp Benchtop (BA3959)

The WEN BA3959 9-Inch Benchtop Band Saw provides compact cutting capability for woodworkers and DIYers working in smaller shop spaces. Powered by a 2.8-amp motor, it drives the blade at speeds up to 2500 feet per minute. It handles stock up to 3-1/2 inches deep and 9 inches wide, making it a dedicated tool for small to medium cutting tasks on your workbench.

For angled cuts, the saw features a 12-1/4 by 11-7/8-inch work table that bevels up to 45 degrees. The machine accepts standard 59-1/2-inch blades ranging from 1/8 to 3/8 inches wide, letting you switch between tight curved work and straight ripping. It comes equipped with a 1/4-inch blade, an adjustable blade guard with ball-bearing supports, a rip fence, and a miter gauge out of the box.

Because this is a compact benchtop unit, your stock size is limited to 3-1/2 inches in thickness and 9 inches in throat width. The maximum blade width is 3/8 inches, so it cannot run wider resawing blades. It includes a 2-1/2-inch dust port to help connect a shop vacuum or dust collector to your workspace.

Verdict: The WEN BA3959 is a practical, well-equipped benchtop saw for hobbyists who need reliable curve and straight cuts up to 3-1/2 inches thick. It comes with all essential guide accessories and a 2-year warranty for peace of mind.

• Motor: 2.8-amp
• Blade Speed: Up to 2500 FPM
• Cutting Capacity: 3-1/2 inches deep, 9 inches wide
• Table Dimensions: 12-1/4 x 11-7/8 inches
• Table Bevel: Up to 45 degrees
• Blade Length: 59-1/2 inches
• Blade Width Capacity: 1/8 to 3/8 inches
• Dust Port Size: 2-1/2 inches
• Warranty: 2 years

A great fit if you:

• Need a compact benchtop saw for materials under 3-1/2 inches thick
• Want included accessories like a rip fence, miter gauge, and starter blade
• Make angled or beveled cuts up to 45 degrees on small workpieces

Consider something else if you:

• Need to cut lumber thicker than 3-1/2 inches or wider than 9 inches
• Require blades wider than 3/8 inches for heavy resawing

What size blades does this band saw accept?
It uses 59-1/2-inch blades in widths ranging from 1/8 inch to 3/8 inch. A 1/4-inch-wide blade is included in the box.

What accessories come included with the saw?
The package includes a 1/4-inch blade, a rip fence, a miter gauge, an adjustable blade guard with ball-bearing supports, and a 2-1/2-inch dust port.

What is the maximum cutting capacity?
The saw can make cuts up to 3-1/2 inches deep and 9 inches wide, and the table can tilt up to 45 degrees.