Lenox 28946RPB123660 Welded Bandsaw Blade 12 Ft

Product Description

The LENOX 28946RPB123660 is a welded bi-metal bandsaw blade engineered for demanding metal-cutting applications. Built on an M42 high-speed steel tooth construction with a raker tooth set and variable pitch of 2 to 3 TPI, this blade delivers aggressive stock removal on a range of ferrous and non-ferrous materials. The blade measures 12 feet in length and 1 inch in width, with a thickness of 0.035 inches. The bi-metal construction bonds a flexible alloy steel backing to M42 HSS tooth tips, reducing blade fatigue and extending service life under continuous cutting loads. Installed by metalworking tradespeople and maintenance machinists, this blade suits both horizontal and vertical bandsaw setups.

This blade is suited for production cutting environments where consistent, repeatable cuts are required on structural shapes, pipe, tubing, and solid bar stock. The variable pitch pattern reduces vibration and harmonics across varying cross-sections, making it practical for cutting bundles or mixed profiles in a single pass. The toothed edge with raker set provides efficient chip clearing, which is especially important when cutting thicker sections where chip packing can cause premature blade failure. Metalworking shops, fabrication facilities, and maintenance operations running industrial-grade bandsaws are the primary users of this blade.

Key Features

• M42 high-speed steel tooth tips for extended wear life on hard metals
• Variable pitch 2 to 3 TPI reduces vibration and suits varied cross-section cutting
• Raker tooth set promotes efficient chip evacuation in ferrous and non-ferrous stock
• Bi-metal construction bonds flexible backing with hardened tooth material to resist fatigue cracking
• 0.035 inch blade thickness balances beam strength with kerf efficiency
• Welded construction provides a continuous loop ready to install without field joining

Compatibility

Designed as a direct-fit welded replacement blade for industrial bandsaw machines accepting a 12-foot loop, 1 inch wide blade with a 0.035 inch thickness profile.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified metalworking technician following the bandsaw manufacturer's blade-change procedure. Power down and lock out the machine before removing the guard or handling the blade. Confirm wheel diameter, blade guides, and blade tension settings are appropriate for a 1-inch-wide blade before operating. Personal protective equipment including cut-resistant gloves is required when handling and installing bandsaw blades.