Lenox 79672CLB144470 Bandsaw Blade 176in 8-12 Tpi Bi-metal

Product Description

The LENOX 79672CLB144470 is a welded bi-metal bandsaw blade engineered for demanding metal-cutting applications in professional shop and field environments. Measuring 176 inches in total length and 3/4 inch wide with a 0.035-inch back thickness, this blade features a variable-pitch, 8 to 12 TPI tooth pattern that reduces harmonic vibration and improves cut quality across a broad range of material thicknesses. The cutting teeth are manufactured from M42 high-speed steel with a Vari-Raker tooth set, delivering extended edge life on hard and abrasive metals. LENOX Classic Series construction combines a spring steel back with an HSS tooth strip for durability under continuous load.

This blade is suited for bandsaw cutting of ferrous and non-ferrous metals in fabrication shops, maintenance facilities, and structural steel operations. It is appropriate 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 mixed wall thicknesses or bundled stock, where a fixed-pitch blade would produce chatter or premature wear. It is intended for installation on horizontal and vertical metal-cutting bandsaws sized for 176-inch blade loops.

Key Features

• M42 high-speed steel teeth for extended life on hard and abrasive metals
• Variable 8 to 12 TPI pitch reduces vibration and improves surface finish
• Vari-Raker tooth set optimized for a wide range of material thicknesses
• Spring steel back provides flexibility and fatigue resistance under continuous cycling
• 0.058-inch kerf width minimizes material loss per cut
• Welded construction for consistent blade tracking and tensioning

Compatibility

Designed for metal-cutting bandsaws that accept a 176-inch blade loop with a 3/4-inch blade width. Suitable for cutting alloy steel, carbon steel, stainless steel, tool steel, structural steel, aluminum, and non-ferrous metals.

Installation Notes

Blade installation should be performed by qualified personnel following the bandsaw manufacturer's tensioning and tracking guidelines. Power down and lockout the bandsaw before handling or replacing the blade. Wear cut-resistant gloves when uncoiling and mounting the blade. Verify blade width and loop length are within the machine's rated capacity before tensioning.