How to Select Carbide Bandsaw Blades

Like bi-metal blades, carbide-tipped bandsaw blades are made of at least two different types of material. In most cases, carbide tips are welded to a high-strength alloy back, providing a longer lasting, smoother cutting blade. Carbide bandsaw blades perform particularly well when cutting large quantities of hard materials. Metal-cutting operations requiring carbide-tipped blades must use a saw capable of running the required blade speeds. Here are some guidelines to help you choose the best Carbide bandsaw blades for your needs.

Step #1: Analyze the Sawing Application

Machine: Determine the band size for the machine (Length x Width x Thickness).
Material: Determine the following for the material to be cut:
- Material Type/Grade
- Size
- Shape
- Will material be stacked/bundled, or cut one at a time?
Operation: Is this a production, or general purpose sawing operation?

Step #2: Determine the best product for the application

Use the charts below.

Locate the type of material to be cut in the top row.
Read down the chart to find which blade is recommended.

Step #3: Determine the proper number of teeth per inch (TPI )

Determine the size and shape of the material to be cut
Identify the chart to be used (square solids, round solids, or tubing/structurals)
Read teeth per inch (TPI) next to material size

Use the Carbide Tooth Selection chart below.

If having difficulty choosing between two pitches, the coarser of the two will generally give better performance.
When compromise is necessary, choose the correct TPI first.A general rule for bundles: Determine the correct TPI for the largest continuous cross section.

Lenox Carbide bandsaw blade TPI selection chart

Step #4: Confirm the Desired Product is Available

Go to our Carbide Bandsaw Blades for the product you have selected.
Confirm that product is available in the correct blade width and TPI.

Carbide Speed Chart

Lenox Carbide Bandsaw Speed Chart.pdf

Lenox Carbide Bandsaw Blades

LENOX TRI-MASTER®

Versatile Carbide Tipped Blade

PRECISION TRIPLE CHIP GRIND

Smooth cuts, excellent finish

HIGH PERFORMANCE BACKING STEEL

For long blade life

GENERAL PURPOSE BLADE

Perfect for cutting of a wide variety of materials

Application

Aluminum/ Non-Ferrous, Carbon Steels, Alloy Steels, Bearing Steels, Stainless Steels, Mold Steels, Tool Steels, Wood, Titanium Alloys, Nickel-Based Alloys, (Inconel®)