Lenox 18657CLB154570 Welded Bandsaw Blade 15 Ft Bi-metal

Product Description

The LENOX 18657CLB154570 is a welded bi-metal bandsaw blade built for demanding metal-cutting applications in fabrication shops, maintenance facilities, and trade environments. Measuring 15 feet in length and 1 inch wide with a 0.035-inch blade thickness, it runs on horizontal and vertical band saws sized to accept that loop length. The variable pitch tooth form spans 5 to 8 TPI, reducing harmonic vibration and improving cut quality across a range of material thicknesses. The M42 high-speed steel tooth tips are electron-beam welded to a spring steel back, giving the blade both edge hardness and flex resistance across the full loop. Licensed metalworking professionals and industrial maintenance mechanics are the primary installers.

This blade is suited for cutting a broad range of metals including carbon steel, alloy steel, tool steel, stainless steel, structural steel, aluminum, and other non-ferrous metals. The variable pitch and Vari-Raker tooth set reduce chatter on thin-wall tubing and solid bar stock alike. It is a practical choice for production cutting environments where one blade must handle multiple material types without a blade change between jobs. The 15-foot loop length fits a wide range of mid-size industrial band saw frames commonly found in fabrication and machine shops.

Key Features

• Bi-metal construction: M42 high-speed steel teeth bonded to a spring steel back for hardness and fatigue resistance
• Variable pitch tooth form at 5 to 8 TPI reduces vibration and extends blade life on varied stock sizes
• Vari-Raker tooth set improves chip clearance and helps prevent tooth strippage on structural and alloy steels
• 0.058-inch kerf width minimizes material loss per cut
• Toothed milled cutting edge delivers consistent tooth geometry across the full blade length
• Spring steel back provides flexibility and resistance to fatigue cracking during operation

Compatibility

Designed as a direct-fit welded bandsaw blade for horizontal and vertical band saw machines that accept a 15-foot blade loop, 1-inch blade width, and 0.035-inch blade thickness. Suitable for cutting alloy steel, aluminum, non-ferrous metals, carbon steel, stainless steel, structural steel, and tool steel.

Installation Notes

Blade installation should be performed by a qualified metalworking professional or maintenance mechanic familiar with band saw setup and blade tracking procedures. Power down and lock out the saw at the main disconnect before opening blade guards or handling the blade. Verify wheel diameter, blade guides, and tensioner range are compatible with a 1-inch-wide blade before mounting. Wear cut-resistant gloves when uncoiling and handling the blade loop, and confirm proper blade tension and tracking before resuming cuts.