There are three things you need to consider when buying a metal cutting bandsaw blades. These include the material of the blade, type of machine, and blade quality.
Material
The material you’re cutting is one of the most important things to consider. Using the incorrect blade for your material can cause a number of issues. Metal cutting bandsaw blades can cut through a range of metal types. You’ll need to determine the size and thickness of your material, and pair it with the appropriate blade.
Machine Type
The type of machine you have is another relevant thing you must take into consideration. If you don’t, you might face a limit to the blade size you can use!
Bandsaw Blade Quality
You can avoid further problems by using higher quality blades, and maintaining your blade. If your bandsaw machine is set up correctly, and you’re using the right amount of lubrication, you are on the right track. If you’re unsure, check in with our customer service team to see what the benchmark (quality of life) should be given for your blade.
Getting Started With Metal Bandsaw Blades
To help you get started, here’s a detailed chart. It shows the different material thickness in relation to what you’re cutting.
TIP: The TPI (teeth per inch), is a number you must request when we manufacture your blade
Purchasing From SawBlade
Looking to purchase? You can either, request a quote, use our ‘Build Your Blade’ form, or give us a call!
For some troubleshooting tips, check out this video.