Lenox 1793117 Welded Bandsaw Blade 5-8 Tpi Bi-metal

Product Description

The LENOX 1793117 is a welded bi-metal bandsaw blade engineered for demanding metal-cutting applications in professional shop and fabrication environments. The blade measures 138 inches long by 1-1/4 inches wide at 0.042 inches thick, with a variable pitch of 5 to 8 TPI and a Vari-Raker tooth set that reduces vibration and improves chip evacuation across a range of stock sizes. The M42 high-speed steel tooth tips are bonded to a flexible spring steel back, giving the cutting edge heat and wear resistance while allowing the blade body to absorb the stress of continuous band operation. Weighing 2.98 pounds, this blade suits horizontal and vertical metal-cutting bandsaws used in tool rooms, maintenance shops, and structural steel fabrication.

This blade is built for cutting a broad range of metals including carbon steel, alloy steel, stainless steel, structural steel, tool steel, mold steel, bearing steel, aluminum, and other non-ferrous metals. The variable pitch design performs well on both solid bar stock and structural sections where interrupted cuts create harmonic resonance on fixed-pitch blades. It is intended for installation on bandsaw machines that accept 138-inch blade lengths in the Classic Pro configuration. No contour cutting applications are supported with this blade.

Key Features

• M42 high-speed steel teeth for extended cutting life in hard and abrasion-resistant metals
• Variable 5 to 8 TPI Vari-Raker tooth set reduces vibration and improves surface finish across varying stock cross-sections
• Spring steel back provides fatigue resistance during continuous band operation
• Positive rake angle promotes aggressive, efficient chip removal in metal-cutting applications
• 0.066-inch kerf width balances material removal rate with blade stability
• Welded construction delivers a consistent joint that withstands the tension and flex cycles of production bandsaw use

Compatibility

Designed for bandsaw machines that accept a 138-inch blade length, 1-1/4-inch blade width, and 0.042-inch blade thickness. Suitable for cutting carbon steel, alloy steel, stainless steel, structural steel, tool steel, mold steel, bearing steel, aluminum, and non-ferrous metals.

Installation Notes

Blade installation should be performed by a qualified technician following the bandsaw manufacturer's tension and tracking specifications. Disconnect and lock out power to the bandsaw before removing the existing blade or installing a new one. Wear cut-resistant gloves when handling coiled or uncoiled bandsaw blades. Verify blade tension, guide bearing alignment, and blade tracking before resuming production cuts.