Lenox 1766218 Welded Bandsaw Blade 3-4 Tpi Bi-metal

Product Description

The LENOX 1766218 is a welded bi-metal bandsaw blade engineered for demanding metal-cutting applications in industrial and fabrication environments. At 186 inches long and 1 inch wide, this blade is built for large vertical or horizontal bandsaws that require a continuous welded loop. The bi-metal construction pairs a spring steel back with M42+ high speed steel teeth, delivering heat resistance and edge retention on tough materials. Variable pitch at 3 to 4 TPI reduces vibration and harmonic noise during cuts, and the ground tooth form ensures consistent chip clearance across the full blade length. Licensed tradespeople and machine operators in metal fabrication shops will find this blade suited to high-volume production cutting.

This blade is part of the LENOX QXP series, designed for cutting a wide range of metals including alloy steel, carbon steel, stainless steel, tool steel, mold steel, bearing steel, aluminum, non-ferrous metals, and titanium. The 3 to 4 variable TPI range makes it effective on both solid bar stock and structural profiles. It is a standard replacement or new-install blade for industrial bandsaws accepting a 186-inch loop with a 1-inch width and 0.035-inch blade thickness.

Key Features

• Bi-metal construction: spring steel back bonded to M42+ high speed steel teeth for extended blade life
• Variable pitch at 3 to 4 TPI reduces vibration and improves surface finish on metal cuts
• Ground, toothed cutting edge with positive rake angle for aggressive chip removal
• Single level set tooth geometry provides a 0.060-inch kerf width for consistent, straight cuts
• QXP series blade rated for alloy steel, stainless steel, titanium, aluminum, and other metals
• Welded continuous loop — no field welding required at installation

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-install bandsaw blade for industrial bandsaws requiring a 186-inch continuous loop, 1-inch blade width, and 0.035-inch blade thickness with 3 to 4 variable TPI.

Installation Notes

Bandsaw blade installation should be performed by a qualified machine operator or maintenance technician with the bandsaw fully de-energized and locked out per OSHA lockout/tagout procedures. Verify wheel diameter, blade guide spacing, and tension specifications on the machine nameplate before mounting. Blade tracking and tension must be set according to the bandsaw manufacturer's guidelines — improper tension can cause premature blade fatigue or breakage. Always wear cut-resistant gloves when handling coiled or looped bandsaw blades.