Lenox 97488QPB195995 Bandsaw Blade 19 Ft 8 in Bi-metal

Product Description

The LENOX 97488QPB195995 is a welded bi-metal bandsaw blade engineered for demanding metal-cutting applications on vertical and horizontal band saws. It measures 19 feet 8 inches in length and 1-1/2 inches in width, with a 0.05-inch blade thickness and a 4 to 6 TPI variable pitch tooth pattern. The M42+ high speed steel tooth material and Vari-Raker tooth set deliver aggressive cutting action with reduced vibration and heat buildup. The spring steel back provides flexibility and fatigue resistance during extended cutting cycles. This blade is installed by machinists, fabricators, and maintenance technicians working with production-grade band saw equipment.

This blade is suited for cutting a broad range of metals in shop and industrial environments. Its variable pitch and positive rake angle make it effective on solid bar stock, structural shapes, and tubular profiles. Stated material compatibility includes alloy steel, carbon steel, stainless steel, tool steel, mold steel, bearing steel, aluminum, non-ferrous metals, and titanium. It is sized for production band saws that accept a 19-foot 8-inch blade loop and a 1-1/2-inch blade width. It is not rated for contour cutting applications.

Key Features

• M42+ high speed steel teeth for extended blade life on hard and abrasive metals
• Variable pitch Vari-Raker tooth form reduces vibration and improves chip evacuation
• Positive rake angle promotes faster, more efficient cutting on metal stock
• Spring steel back construction resists fatigue and cracking during long-run operations
• 0.0800-inch kerf width minimizes material loss per cut
• Welded blade loop ready to install without on-site brazing or joining

Compatibility

Designed for production vertical or horizontal band saws that accept a 19-foot 8-inch blade length and a 1-1/2-inch blade width. Compatible materials include alloy steel, aluminum, non-ferrous metal, carbon steel, stainless steel, tool steel, mold steel, bearing steel, and titanium. Not intended for contour cutting.

Installation Notes

Blade installation should be performed by a qualified machinist or maintenance technician familiar with band saw tensioning and blade tracking procedures. Power down and lock out the machine before removing the existing blade or installing this one. Verify wheel diameter, blade guide spacing, and blade width capacity against the saw manufacturer specifications before mounting. Always wear cut-resistant gloves when handling uncoiled or loose bandsaw blade stock.