Irwin Blades 87968IBB154570 Bandsaw Blade 15 Ft

Product Description

The IRWIN BLADES 87968IBB154570 is a welded bi-metal bandsaw blade built for contour and straight cutting applications in metal fabrication and industrial environments. The blade runs 15 feet long and 1-1/4 inches wide with a 0.042-inch thickness, offering a variable pitch of 3 to 4 TPI for chip-clearing efficiency across a range of material thicknesses. The high-speed steel M42 tooth material provides heat and wear resistance during extended cuts. Licensed tradespeople and shop technicians working with horizontal or vertical band saws will find this a direct-fit replacement or new-installation blade for appropriate machines.

This blade is suited for metalworking environments where bi-metal construction is required to handle the stresses of cutting ferrous and non-ferrous stock. The variable 3 to 4 TPI pitch pattern reduces blade vibration and harmonics during cutting, making it a practical choice for shops processing structural steel, tubing, or solid bar stock. It ships as a single welded loop ready to mount, with no field welding required.

Key Features

• Bi-metal construction with M42 high-speed steel teeth for extended blade life
• Variable pitch 3 to 4 TPI reduces vibration and improves chip evacuation
• 0.042-inch blade thickness suited for standard bandsaw wheel tolerances
• 1-1/4-inch blade width for stable tracking on compatible machines
• Straight tooth form with toothed cutting edge for consistent stock removal
• Welded loop construction eliminates the need for field welding before installation

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-install blade for horizontal and vertical bandsaws that accept a 15-foot, 1-1/4-inch bi-metal blade.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified machinist or shop technician with the bandsaw fully de-energized and the blade guides retracted before mounting. Verify wheel diameter and blade guide spacing on the machine matches the 15-foot loop length and 1-1/4-inch width before fitting. Blade tension should be set according to the machine manufacturer's specifications for the blade width. Always confirm blade tracking before resuming powered operation.