The right bandsaw blade cuts faster, leaves a cleaner finish and lasts far longer. Two choices matter most: blade material and tooth pitch.
Carbon steel blades
Carbon steel blades have hardened teeth on a flexible steel body. They are economical and suit general-purpose cutting of mild steel, aluminium and other soft materials in workshops with moderate volumes.
Bi-metal blades
Bi-metal blades have high-speed steel teeth welded onto a flexible alloy backing. The teeth stay sharp at higher temperatures, so blades cut harder materials such as stainless steel and tool steel, and last much longer in production sawing.
Choosing the tooth pitch (TPI)
- Keep at least three teeth in the material at all times.
- Thin walls, tubes and profiles need a finer pitch (more teeth per inch).
- Large solid sections need a coarser pitch so the gullets can carry chips away.
- Variable-pitch blades reduce vibration and noise on mixed sections.
Blade life tips
- Break in new blades with reduced feed for the first few cuts.
- Use the correct coolant and keep guides aligned.
- Do not force the cut; let the blade work at the recommended speed and feed.
Need help choosing?
Share your machine make and model, operating conditions and the manufacturer's recommendation. The RJ Enterprises technical team will suggest a suitable product and quote bulk pricing across India. Request a quote or call us.
