band saws

Guys- its still all about speed and feed.
I use a 14TPI raker type (Neo not bi metal) on a 14" import POS vertical bandsaw.
I've had it for 20 Years changed a few bearings over the years and a wheel I wore out but I cut through 1/8" 304 stainless with it all day long
it's technically being used wrong but with the blades at 10-12 dollars each from harbor freight I really don't care.
I'm a welder/fabricator and built this saw to do this job.
Now- yes the motor is a 2hp and the blade speed has been increased
But I rip through material like butter-- steel or stainless it doesn't care.
So I can't agree with the machine shop BS of go slow or you burn the blade the idea is to cut metal so get it done.
If you want to buy expensive blades that's your deal but I dont.
If you want to PM me I can give you the "Tim The Toolman Taylor"
saw hot rodding specifics or I'll build you one