Lenox 72200CLB82565 Bandsaw Blade 101in 8-12 Tpi Bi-metal

Product Description

The LENOX 72200CLB82565 is a welded bi-metal bandsaw blade engineered for continuous-loop use on stationary band saws. The blade measures 101 inches in total length and 3/4 inch in width, with a 0.035-inch back thickness and a variable-pitch tooth pattern ranging from 8 to 12 TPI. The M42 high-speed steel tooth tips are bonded to a spring steel back, combining edge hardness with body flexibility. The Vari-Raker tooth set and variable pitch reduce harmonic vibration during cuts, resulting in straighter kerfs and longer blade life across a wide range of material thicknesses. Licensed HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical contractors as well as metal fabrication shops commonly stock this blade for general production cutting work.

This blade is suited for cutting alloy steel, carbon steel, stainless steel, tool steel, structural steel, aluminum, and other non-ferrous metals. The variable-pitch design makes it particularly effective when cutting materials of mixed or irregular cross-section, where a fixed-pitch blade would load unevenly. It is a practical choice for shops that run a single blade across multiple material types during the course of a workday. The welded construction provides a clean, consistent joint with no overlap or variation at the weld point.

Key Features

• Bi-metal construction: M42 high-speed steel teeth bonded to a spring steel back for durability and flexibility
• Variable pitch 8 to 12 TPI reduces vibration and harmonic chatter during cuts
• Vari-Raker tooth set promotes consistent chip clearance across varied material thicknesses
• 0.058-inch kerf width minimizes material loss per cut
• Compatible with a broad material range including stainless steel, alloy steel, aluminum, and structural steel
• Welded loop design ready for immediate installation on compatible band saw machines

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or aftermarket welded bandsaw blade for stationary band saws accepting a 101-inch loop, 3/4-inch-wide blade with a 0.035-inch back thickness.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified technician familiar with band saw blade tensioning and tracking procedures. Disconnect and lock out power to the saw before removing the old blade or installing a new one. Verify that blade guides, thrust bearings, and wheel brushes are clean and properly adjusted before tensioning the new blade. Always wear cut-resistant gloves when handling an uncoiled or loop bandsaw blade.