Hertel 96144 Bi-metal Band Saw Blade 11 Ft 6 in

Product Description

The HERTEL 96144 is a welded bi-metal band saw blade designed for metal-cutting applications in industrial and shop environments. The blade measures 11 feet 6 inches in length and 3/4 inch in width, with a variable-pitch tooth pattern rated at 10-14 teeth per inch. The cutting edge uses M42 high speed steel teeth bonded to a flexible bi-metal backing, which resists tooth strippage under load while allowing the blade to flex through tight radius cuts. A straight tooth form keeps the cut geometry predictable across a range of ferrous and non-ferrous stock. Licensed machinists, maintenance technicians, and fabricators are the primary installers of this blade type.

The HERTEL 96144 is suited for horizontal and vertical band saw machines used in production cutting, job shop fabrication, and maintenance-repair environments. The 10-14 TPI variable-pitch pattern reduces harmonic vibration during the cut, making it a practical choice for structural shapes, solid bar stock, and bundled tubing. The blade thickness of 0.035 inches suits saws with wheel diameters typically found in mid-range production band saws. It is sold individually and is intended for use on machines sized to accept an 11-foot-6-inch blade loop.

Key Features

• M42 high speed steel teeth for extended cutting life on tough metals
• Bi-metal construction bonds hard tooth tips to a flexible alloy steel backing
• Variable 10-14 TPI pitch pattern reduces vibration and chatter during the cut
• Straight tooth form delivers consistent chip formation across varied stock profiles
• Blade thickness of 0.035 inches provides rigidity while fitting standard wheel clearances
• Welded loop construction maintains uniform tension around the blade length

Compatibility

Designed as a replacement welded band saw blade for horizontal and vertical band saw machines that accept an 11-foot-6-inch blade loop at 3/4 inch width.

Installation Notes

Band saw blade replacement should be performed by a qualified machinist or technician with the saw fully powered down and the blade tension released before removal. Wear cut-resistant gloves when handling and coiling the blade. Verify that wheel guides and blade guides are adjusted to the 3/4-inch blade width before tensioning the new blade. Follow the saw manufacturer's tension specifications for bi-metal blades at this width and thickness.