Lenox 96998QPB134115 Welded Bandsaw Blade 2-3 Tpi

Product Description

The LENOX 96998QPB134115 is a welded bi-metal bandsaw blade engineered for demanding metal-cutting applications. It measures 162 inches (13 feet 6 inches) in length, 1-1/4 inches in width, and 0.042 inches in thickness, with a variable pitch of 2 to 3 TPI. The blade body is constructed from spring steel with M42+ high speed steel teeth, a positive rake angle, and a ground variable cutting edge. This combination delivers aggressive stock removal on tough materials while extending tooth life. Licensed metalworking shops, fabrication facilities, and industrial maintenance teams are the primary installers and users of this blade.

This blade is suited for contour and straight cutting of a wide range of metals including alloy steel, carbon steel, stainless steel, tool steel, mold steel, bearing steel, aluminum, non-ferrous metals, and titanium. Its variable pitch and single level set tooth geometry help reduce vibration and chatter during cuts, making it well-suited for both solid bar stock and structural profiles. It is used in vertical and horizontal bandsaw machines that accept a 162-inch blade loop in the QXP series configuration.

Key Features

• Bi-metal construction: M42+ high speed steel teeth bonded to a spring steel back for durability and flex resistance
• Variable pitch (2 to 3 TPI) reduces harmonic vibration and improves surface finish on metal cuts
• Positive rake angle increases cutting aggression on dense alloys and stainless steel
• Ground variable cutting edge delivers consistent tooth geometry across the full blade length
• Single level set tooth pattern produces a 0.0700-inch kerf width for predictable material removal
• Welded loop construction eliminates mechanical fasteners and provides a smooth, continuous cut cycle

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-fit welded blade for bandsaw machines requiring a 162-inch bi-metal blade in the LENOX QXP series configuration. Suitable for machines accepting a 1-1/4-inch wide blade with a 0.042-inch thickness profile.

Installation Notes

Bandsaw blade installation should be performed by a qualified machinist or maintenance technician with the saw fully de-energized and locked out per OSHA lockout/tagout procedures. Verify blade tension and tracking alignment according to the saw manufacturer specifications before resuming operation. Wear cut-resistant gloves when handling the blade loop, as teeth are exposed along the full length. Inspect blade guides, thrust bearings, and wheel tires for wear before mounting a new blade.