Lenox 34485CLB144420 Bandsaw Blade 174 in 6-8 Tpi

Product Description

The LENOX 34485CLB144420 is a welded bi-metal bandsaw blade built for continuous cutting operations on metal-cutting bandsaws. The blade runs 174 inches (14 feet 6 inches) in total loop length and 3/4 inch wide, with a 0.035 inch body thickness and a kerf width of 0.058 inch. The variable 6 to 8 TPI tooth pattern uses a Vari-Raker tooth set with a positive rake angle, delivering smooth, efficient cuts across a range of material thicknesses. The M42 high speed steel tooth tips are electron-beam welded to a spring steel back, combining edge retention with fatigue resistance under constant flex. Licensed HVAC and pipefitter shops, fabrication teams, and metal-cutting contractors rely on this blade for production-rate cutting work.

This blade is suited for horizontal and vertical metal-cutting bandsaws that accept a 174-inch blade loop. The variable pitch and Vari-Raker tooth geometry make it effective across multiple material types, including alloy steel, carbon steel, stainless steel, structural steel, tool steel, aluminum, and other non-ferrous metals. The LENOX Classic series targets professional shops that need consistent tooth geometry and weld integrity across high-cycle applications. It is not intended for contour or radius cutting; it is designed for straight-line production cutting.

Key Features

• Bi-metal construction: M42 high speed steel teeth bonded to a spring steel back for durability and flex life
• Variable 6 to 8 TPI with Vari-Raker tooth set reduces vibration and improves chip evacuation
• Positive rake angle promotes aggressive, efficient cutting on metal stock
• 0.058 inch kerf width minimizes material waste per cut
• 174-inch welded loop with 3/4 inch blade width fits standard metal-cutting bandsaw configurations
• Rated for alloy steel, stainless steel, carbon steel, tool steel, structural steel, aluminum, and non-ferrous metals

Compatibility

Designed for metal-cutting bandsaws that accept a 174-inch (14 feet 6 inches) blade loop with a 3/4 inch blade width and 0.035 inch blade thickness. Verify machine blade specifications before installation.

Installation Notes

Blade installation should be performed by qualified personnel familiar with bandsaw equipment. Disconnect and lock out power to the saw before mounting or removing a blade. Confirm blade tension and guide bearing settings per the saw manufacturer specifications after installing a new blade. Wear cut-resistant gloves when handling coiled or uncoiled bandsaw blades, as tooth edges present a laceration hazard.