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PROFESSIONAL GRADE SAW BLADES
The Professionals’ Edge™
CARBIDE
BI-METAL
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What do we mean by“The Professionals’ Edge™”?
It all comes down to confidence inquality products. With Simondsproducts you have the peace of mindof knowing that the designs andinnovations present in every Simondsblade and cutting tool have stoodthe test of time in the harshestenvironments under the scrutiny ofsome very tough customers. And thatquality comes at a fair price. We offertremendous value for products madeto exacting standards from thelongest-lasting alloys and other state-of-the-art materials, resulting fromtime-tested research and design.
“The Professionals’ Edge™” alsomeans you have access to Simonds’superior product support. We offercomprehensive customer servicebacked up by our highly skilled andtrained field technicians. We offertraining, partnerships to increasebusiness productivity, and money-backguarantees. You can also look to usfor other product lines including files,power tool accessories, and otherindustrial products. “The Professionals’Edge™” simply delivers our promise —the best blades and the best peopleto back them up.
The Professionals’ Edge™
“Simonds’ mission is best defined by continuous improvement on our proven bladeswhile we develop new blade technologies for our customers and today andtomorrow’s toughest sawing applications.” – Simonds Design Engineer
“With Simonds, I know I can be assured that my customers will always have theright blade for their toughest applications. Simonds’ service and support gives mean edge over my competition.” – Simonds Distributor
“Whether I need more production volume out of a blade or a better cut finish,I know that Simonds can give me the advantage that I need for increased profitabilityin my operation.” – Simonds Customer
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INTRODUCTION Simonds — The Competitive Edge 2
BAND SELECTION MADE EASY Cutting Considerations 3
BAND APPLICATIONS CROSS-REFERENCE CHART Choose the Correct Blade 4-5
BANDSAW PRODUCTSSineWave® Technology 6-7
CARBIDETriple Chip 8Carbide Set Tooth 920° Negative Rake 10
BI-METALX-51TM 11BroadBand® 12-13BlockBuster® 14SiClone® 15IC EnduroTM 16DieBand Plus® 17PalletBuster® 18
CARBONRed Streak 19HardBack 20FlexBack 21WoodMax 22Friction 23
GRIT-EDGESIMOGRIT 24
POWER HACKSAWS 25
BANDSAW INFORMATIONAL PAGES Blade Terminology 26-27Tooth Pitch Primer 28Break-in Procedure 29Speed and Feed Charts 30-31Troubleshooting 32
OTHER SIMONDS PRODUCTS
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Simonds — The Competitive Edge
SIMONDS INTERNATIONAL has been in operation since1832, and is a leading global manufacturer and marketerof high quality industrial cutting tools. With over 800,000square feet of space dedicated to a network of factories,warehouses, distribution and welding centers in theUnited States, Canada, Germany, Spain, Singapore, Chinaand the United Kingdom, customers can count on accessto quality Simonds products worldwide. To maintain andgrow business globally and to serve our end users
efficiently, Simonds metal band products are brought to market through acomprehensive industrial distributor base — a long established partnership.
Value-Added Excellence
Value-added excellence is another Simonds’ hallmark. No matter where peopleuse Simonds, the brand name is renowned for quality and service. Our ongoingefforts to utilize the most advanced technology in research and development,engineering, and manufacturing processes mean our customers can continueto expect superior value from our products. In addition, Simonds employeesare dedicated to providing individualized attention to our customers througha network of field representatives and customer service representatives trainedin product knowledge.
Tuition FREE Training
Simonds world-famous Little Red Schoolhouse provides innovative, tuition-freetraining for our customers. The training center expands product knowledge andselling skills. At our cutting lab, attendees get hands-on experience in operatingand performing preventive maintenance programs on bandsaw machines. Thepreventive maintenance training and knowledge our customers receive paysdividends in the form of reduced machine down-time and blade expenditures.Simonds Territory Managers and Distributor Representatives are skilled in theuse of products. They are available to put their knowledge to use assistingend-users in their cutting applications.
Guaranteed Trial
All Simonds products are guaranteed free of defect or your money back.The recommended trial blade from SIMONDS will outperform your currentproduct or our blade is free.
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What is your sawing application?
What is your sawing requirement – pieceson the floor, or blade life? Do you cut onething continuously or many over the life ofthe blade? Different operating conditionsand different expectations help determinewhat type of blade and what teeth per inch(TPI) is selected.
What is your material?
The “toughness” of metal affects tool life.Material can look the same but vary greatlyin machinability, with one being much harderto cut than another. Material hardnessalso affects cutting performance, withannealed metals cutting more easily thanhardened metals.
What shape is the material?
Work piece shape can affect cuttingperformance – structural materialsand small solids tend to be harder on abandsaw blade. Work piece positioningon the saw is another variable – try toposition the material so there is as littlecross-section dimensional variance aspossible across the blade’s path.
What is the material dimension?
Do you cut mostly one dimension ora wide variety of dimensions on aregular basis? Determine what yourmost common dimension is, then selectthe proper TPI for your bandsaw blade.Remember – “one blade fits all” is notalways the case – sometimes it is optimalto use more than one blade to cut awide range of materials.
What machine are you using?
Different machine models are designedfor different cutting applications. Thecondition of the saw can affect its abilityto provide the results you desire. Consultyour saw’s Operator’s Manual to see ifyour saw is geared toward the applicationyou are attempting. If in doubt, callSimonds for a technical consultation.
What is the best blade to use?
Band quality varies widely dependingupon the blade type – carbon, bi-metal,or carbide tipped. They differ in theirability to resist the heat generated whilecutting and in their ability to resist the“shock” of entering and exiting the cut(a prime consideration when cuttingstructurals, pipe, and tubing). Generally,carbon bands are good for maintenanceshops, general purpose low volume cut-ting, or for cutting wood, plastics, andother non-ferrous materials. Bi-metalblades are the “everyday workhorse”,handling everything from simple metalcutting to production cutting of the superalloys. Carbide tipped blades excel cuttingthe super alloys and in applications wherehigh production rates and/or good surfacefinish is a requirement.
Band Selection Made Easy
SOLIDS
THICK WALL TUBE
THIN WALL TUBE
I-BEAM/H-BEAM
ANGLE IRON
SQUARE/ROUNDTUBE BUNDLE
PLATE
ANGLE IRON BUNDLE
PALLET
GATES & RISERS
THIN SHEET
STACKED WOOD
What is the correct TPI?
Too few teeth in the cut maystraddle the work and breakteeth. Too many teeth cancause gullet overload and
strip teeth. Aim for a minimum of 3 teethand a maximum of 24 teeth in theworkpiece, with 6 to 12 teeth in theworkpiece optimum for most applications.
Improve productivity!
With Simonds! Rest assured that theSimonds blade you have chosen willgive you the best possible productivity.The results you get today will be thesame tomorrow, next month, next year!With Simonds, you have chosen the bestvalue for the money!
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Wood
Carbon Graphite
Fiberglass
Non-MetallicMaterials
Non-FerrousMetals
Cast Iron
Brass
Bronze
Aluminum
General PurposeCutting
Structural Steel
Carbon Steels
Low Alloy Steels
Med. Alloy Steels:Nickel/Moly/Chrome
Silicon Steels
Alloy Steels/Mold Steels
Tool Steels/Die Steels
Stainless Steels
Nickel Base Alloys
Titanium Alloys
Induction HardenedCylinder Rod
MATERIAL
Band Applications Cross-Reference Chart
SIMONDS BANDSAW BLADES CATEGORIES AND PRODUCT NAMES
CARBIDE BI-METAL
Carbide 20°NegativeTriple Chip Set Tooth Rake X-51™ BroadBand® BlockBuster® SiClone® IC Enduro™
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Wood
Carbon Graphite
Fiberglass
Non-MetallicMaterials
Non-FerrousMetals
Cast Iron
Brass
Bronze
Aluminum
General PurposeCutting
Structural Steel
Carbon Steels
Low Alloy Steels
Med. Alloy Steels:Nickel/Moly/Chrome
Silicon Steels
Alloy Steels/Mold Steels
Tool Steels/Die Steels
Stainless Steels
Nickel Base Alloys
Titanium Alloys
Induction HardenedCylinder Rod
DieBandPlus® PalletBuster® RedStreak HardBack FlexBack WoodMax Friction SimoGrit
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SIMONDS BANDSAW BLADE CATEGORIES AND PRODUCT NAMES
BI-METAL CARBON GRIT-EDGE
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SineWave® Technology
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Special Applications Technology
SIMONDS application engineeredSineWave® technology provides enhancedcutting ability, reducing work time, andincreasing blade life.
SineWave® technology features avalue-added broaching cutting action byutilizing ramps on the back edge of theblade. This technology exerts more forceinto the cut without having to increasemachine pressure.
SineWave® technology provides rampcustomization capabilities to optimizethe cutting performance of specificalloy cross sections.
SineWave® can be supplied on allM42 bi-metal and all carbide tippedbandsaw blades from 1” to 3-1/8”.
SineWave® is supplied only inwelded-to-length bands.
With self-feeding action, the band actually grows in width (see magnified back edgeview of the SineWave® blade above), forcing each tooth to penetrate the work.
Simonds Bi-metal and Carbide Tipped bandsaw blades with SineWave® technology areideal for use on difficult to cut steels such as high chrome, tool, die, stainless andnickel base. Also suitable for cutting titanium and other exotic metals.
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SineWave® Technology
SineWave Advantages
• Cuts work hardened materials30-40% faster.
• Can double blade life.• Makes cutting rate more consistent.
How Do I Order SineWave?
• Determine maximum cross-sectiondimension of all materials cut.
• Determine your required aggressive-ness of the cutting action –light, moderate or aggressive.
• Call your Simonds sales personfor applications assistance.
How Does SineWave® Work?Patented SineWave® technology from Simonds International provides an aggressivebroaching action in the cut, enhancing cutting ability, reducing work time and increasingblade life. It incorporates a series of “ramps” on the back edge of bandsaw blades,which allows bandsaw machines to exert more force into a cut without increasingmachine pressure. The “rocking” motion of SineWave ensures less tooth to work piececontact which increases penetration for faster cutting.
Ramp depth and length can be engineered to a customer’s specific cutting applications,operating parameters and production requirements to optimize performance across awide variety of materials. SineWave technology can be applied for light, moderate oraggressive cutting action.
Supplied only in welded-to-length bands, Simonds SineWave technology is ideal forblades cutting high chrome, tool, die, stainless and nickel based steels. The technologyis also suitable for blades cutting titanium and other exotic metals and can be used onalmost all bandsaw machines.
SineWave Engineering Rocks!SineWave Conventional
Blades
SineWave’s rocking motion ensures better toothpenetration for faster cutting rates while allowing theblade to cut with less pressure, extending blade life• Lighter Machine Pressure• Reduced Sawblade Strain• Faster Cutting• Longer Life
Actual SineWave finish on high nickel alloy.
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Triple Chip
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Triple Chip is ideal for cutting applications requiring smooth surface finish and highproduction rates.
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CARBIDE
1/2”x 3/4”x 1” x 1-1/4” x 1-1/2” x 2” x 2-5/8” x 3-1/8” x.035 .035 .042 .042 .050 .062 .062 .062
13 x 0.9 19 x 0.9 27 x 1.1 34 x 1.1 41 x 1.3 54 x 1.6 67 x 1.6 80 x 1.6Triple Chip 150’ 150’ 150’ 150’ 150’ 150’ 150’ 150’
3 TPI 55799000 55800000 55801000 55801800
2.5-3.5 TPI 55800408 55801108 55801208 55803458 55804808 55805908
2-3 TPI 55803700 55804708
1.9-2.1 TPI 55801508 55803308 55804508
1.4-1.8 TPI 55803408 55804008 55805808
.9-1.1 TPI 55805008 55805308 55808008
Coils shown as 150’ lengths. May also be shipped in random lengths. Also available in welded-to-length and SineWave®.
Applications
Production cutting operations, steel serv-ice centers, aerospace and forging houses.
Materials
High nickel alloys, titanium, Inconel andother exotic materials.
Features and Benefits
• Carbide tipped teeth increase wearresistance cutting high temperaturealloys
• Triple Chip geometry provides smoothersurface finish
• Positive rake angle allows fasterpenetration for high production cutting
• Plastic capping protects teeth againstdamage in transit and handling
Welded SectionCarbide Tip
92 Ra
47 Rc to 49 Rc Backer
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Carbide Set Tooth
Applications
Production cutting operations, steelservice centers, foundries, aerospaceand forging houses.
Materials
High nickel alloys, titanium, aluminum,bronze, Inconel and other exotic materials.
Features and Benefits
• Positive rake angle provides aggressivetooth geometry for faster cutting andincreased production
• Raker tooth set ensures straighter cuts• Plastic capping prevents tooth damage
during shipping and handling
CARBIDE
Carbide Set Tooth is great for cutting high temperature alloys. Specialty blades alsoavailable for non-ferrous foundries.
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*Designed for Foundry Use. †3 TPI VariSet is available in 150’ coil length.Coils shown as 150' and 250’ lengths. May also be shipped in random lengths. Also available in welded-to-length and SineWave®.
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3/8” x 1/2” x 3/4” x 1” x 1” x 1-1/4” x 1-1/2” x 2” x 2-5/8” x 3-1/8” x.025 .025 .035 .035 .042 .042 .050 .062 .062 .062
Carbide 10 x 0.6 13 x 0.6 19 x .0.9 27 x 0.9 27 x 1.1 34 x 1.1 41 x 1.4 54 x 1.6 67 x 1.6 80 x 1.6Set Tooth 150’ 150’ 250’ 150’ 150’ 150’ 150’ 150’ 150’ 150’
6 TPI 55178000
4 TPI 55167000 55177000 55470500
3 TPI 55176000 55400100* 55400600*55400500*55500600* 55503000
3 TPI VariSet† 55400200*
2 TPI 55502500 55507500 55509500 55680000
Welded SectionCarbide Tip
92 Ra
46 Rc to 48 Rc Backer
ApplicationsFor cutting hardened materials up to 65 Rcon power feed saws when machinabilityis a problem.
MaterialsHeavy chromed shafts, induction hardenedshafts, linear bearing shafts.
Features and Benefits• Negative tooth tip rake angle provides
greater tip strength able to penetratehigh hard materials and surfacecoatings
• Plastic capping protects teeth againstdamage in transit and handling
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20° Negative Rake
CUTS MATERIAL HARDER THAN Rc 50
1” x .042 1-1/4” x .042 1-1/2” x .050 2” x .06227 x 1.1 34 x 1.1 41 x 1.3 54 x 1.6
20° Negative 150’ 150’ 150’ 150’
2.5 - 3.5 TPI 55801900 55801400 55803600 55804900
Coils shown as 150' lengths. May also be shipped in random lengths. Also available in welded-to-length.
Welded SectionCarbide Tip
92 Ra
47 Rc to 49 Rc Backer
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20° Negative Rake Carbide Tipped bands make short work of the hardest materials.
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X-51™
ApplicationsSteel service centers, production cutting.
MaterialsCast iron, tool steel, die steel, stainlesssteel, nickel based alloys, titanium,Inconel and other exotic alloys.
Features and Benefits• M51 high speed wire electronicallywelded to premium back for greaterwear resistance
• Hybrid alloy for cutting large cross-section exotic alloys
• Oversized blade width increases beamstrength
• Aggressive tooth geometries provideoptimum angles for top cuttingperformance
X-51TM bandsaw blades feature M51 tooth tips to provide longer life cutting the toughestmaterials and large cross-sections, making them ideal for cutting exotic alloys.
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Tooth tip hardenedto approx. 69 Rc
1" x .035 1-1/4" x .042 1-1/2" x .05027 x 0.9 34 x 1.1 41 x 1.3
X-51TM 250’ 250’ 250’
4-6 TPI 64W22000 64W25000 64W28000
3-4 TPI 64W21000 64W24000 64W27000
2-3 TPI 64W20000 64W23000 64W26000
Coils shown as 250' lengths. May also be shipped in random lengths. All items are available welded-to-length and in SineWave®.
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BroadBand®
BroadBand Advantages
• Cuts a broader range of materials –low carbon to stainless steels.
• Cuts a broad range of shapes –structurals and solids.
• Cuts a broader range of sizes –smaller to larger cross-sectionsthan most competitive blades.
BroadBand Delivers
• Faster cutting rates.• Better cut finishes.• Longer blade life.
NEW BroadBand® Blades with Performance DesignReduce Costs and Makes Bandsawing EasyDesigned with a patent pending tooth design, A8 BroadBand® Bi-Metal BandsawBlades cover the broadest cutting applications and cut the broadest material rangesto reduce the number of costly blade type changeovers by operators. From productioncutting to general purpose use, A8 BroadBand Bi-Metal Bandsaw Blades fromSimonds International provide a high-performance, longer-lasting cutting experience.
The A8 BroadBand Bandsaw Blades were developed for production cutting applicationsyet are perfectly suitable for everyday shop applications. Bandsaw machines areoften required to cut a myriad of materials during a single day requiring blade typechangeovers and are often run by multiple operators with different degrees ofexperience. A8 BroadBand Bandsaw Blades are robust and highly durable to reducecutting application variables.
A8 BroadBand Bandsaw Blades employ a breakthrough formula in tooth spacingdesign to prolong wear while cutting through the widest possible variety of materials.Simonds patent pending balanced and repositioned tooth design combined with specialraker tooth delivers a more consistent wear across the blade over time to last longer.This revolutionary A8 technology will soon be applied to all Simonds bi-metal blades.
The Magic Geometry
Rationalized tooth spacing for:• More uniform wear• Greater cutting rangeEight (8) degree positive rake or face angle:• Optimum penetration on alloy materials• Robustness in rough applicationsSpecial arrangement of tooth sizeswithin the pattern for:• Quieter operation• Smoother cut finishes• Longer wear-life
Temperature Tolerance Range of Cutting Edges
40 Rc50 Rc60 Rc70 Rc80 Rc90 Rc
100 Rc
50(10c)
350(177c)
650(340c)
950(510c)
1250(677c)
Temperature °F (c)
1500(840c)
Carbon350°F (177c)
M421200°F (650c)
Hardness
A8
A8
Simonds A8 BroadBand Others
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BroadBand®
The BroadBand® Bandsaw Blade is an all-purpose high-quality blade, well suited forcutting a wide range of alloys.
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45 Rc to 47 Rc Backer
Tooth tip hardenedto 67 Rc to 69 Rc
Applications
Steel service centers, medium and largemanufacturers, fabricators, maintenanceshops, job shops, tool & die shops.
Materials
Carbon steel, chrome steel, tool steel,die steel, stainless steel, nickel basesteel, structurals, pipe and tube, andmixed metal applications.
Features and Benefits
• M42 high speed edge improves wearresistance
• Oversized blade width increases beamstrength
• Patented tooth geometries provideoptimum cutting performance across awide array of applications and materials
• Plastic capping protects teeth againstdamage in transit and handling(1” and wider)
3/4" x .035 1" x .035 1-1/4" x .04219 x 0.9 27 x 0.9 34 x 1.1
BroadBand 250’ 250’ 250’
10-14 TPI 64363408 64367008
8-12 TPI 64120008 64365508 64188008
6-10 TPI 64362008 64366008 64186008
5-8 TPI 64361008 64364908 64371508
4-6 TPI 64360008 64364608 64371208
3-4 TPI 64364308 64370008
2-3 TPI 64722208 64364008 64369008
1.5-1.9 TPI 64368008*
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BlockBuster®
ApplicationsProduction and general purpose cutting insteel service centers.
Materials
Carbon steel, chrome steel, tool steel,die steel, stainless steel, and nickelbase alloys.
Features and Benefits
• M42 high speed edge improves wearresistance
• Oversized blade width increases beamstrength
• Aggressive tooth geometries provideoptimum angles for top cuttingperformance
• Plastic capping protects teeth againstdamage in transit and handling
BI-METAL
New BlockBuster® M42 bandsaw blades are designed for high-production cuttingapplications where cut accuracy and blade life are the most critical factors.
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1-1/4” x .042 1-1/2” x .050 2” x .050 2” x .062 2-5/8” x .062 3-1/8” x .06234 x 1.1 41 x 1.3 54 x 1.3 54 x 1.6 67 x 1.6 80 x 1.6
BlockBuster 250’ 250’ 150’ 150’ 150’ 150’
5-8 TPI 64374000
4-6 TPI 64373000 64375300 64377600 64380000
3-4 TPI 64370500* 64372700 64375200 64377400 64378800
2-3 TPI 64369500* 64372500* 64375100* 64377300* 64378000*
1.5-1.9 TPI 64371900* 64375000 64377240* 64378850* 64378840*
1.1-1.4 TPI 64377260* 64378810* 64378820*
.8-1.0 TPI 64377220* 64377750* 64385000*
Coils shown as 150' and 250' lengths. May also be shipped in random lengths. All items are available welded-to-length and in SineWave®.*Ground Tooth.
45 Rc to 47 Rc Backer
Tooth tip hardenedto 67 Rc to 69 Rc
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SiClone®
BI-METAL
The SiClone® bandsaw blade is ideal for cutting exotic alloys.
Laser Straightness
High-Speed Wireon Premium Backer
Vari-Hook
VariableToothHeight
Applications
Steel service centers, production cutting.
Materials
Inconel, D2, stainless steel, Monel, otherexotic alloys.
Features and Benefits
• Designed for constant feed andpressure machines – user friendly blade
• Unique tooth geometry prolongs bladelife and minimizes work hardening
• 8% cobalt high speed wire electronic-ally welded to premium backer improvesperformance
• Oversized width improves beamstrength for longer blade life
• Plastic capping protects blade qualityduring transit and handling
Coils shown as 150’ and 250’ lengths. May also be shipped in random lengths. Also available in welded-to-length.*Ground Tooth.
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SiClone 250’ 250’ 250’ 150’ 150’ 150’
4-6 TPI 63544320 63550100
3-4 TPI 63543750 63549600* 63552600* 63556500*
2-3 TPI 63549000* 63552000* 63556000*
1.5-1.9 TPI 63551200* 63555000* 63558000*
1.1-1.4 TPI 63554100* 63557100*
.7-.9 TPI 63568000* 63569000*
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IC Enduro™
Applications
Fabricators, steel service centers,job shops, machine shops andproduction cutting houses.
Materials
Bundles, solids, tubes and structurals,including large cross-section “H” beamsand “I” beams.
Features and Benefits
• Ground tooth technology provides asmoother finish and longer blade life
• Robust tooth geometry produces fastercutting rates and increases productivity
• 8% cobalt high-speed wire increasesblade durability
• Proprietary heat treat minimizes toothchipping and improves blade flex life
• Plastic capping reduces tooth tipdamage during transit and handling
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Enduro is designed for cutting bundle solids, structurals and tubes. It can handle evenlarge cross section structurals while avoiding blade pinching during the cut.
NEW!NEW!
3/4" x 1" x 1 1/4" x 1 1/2" x 2" x 2 5/8" x 3 1/8" x.035 .035 .042 .050 .062 .062 .062
19 x 0.9 27 x 0.9 34 x 1.1 41 x 1.3 54 x 1.6 67 x 1.6 80 x 1.6IC Enduro 250’ 250’ 250’ 250’ 250’ 250’ 250’
5-8 TPI 64361402* 64365302 64371552 64374252
4-6 TPI 64360302* 64364102 64371472 64373752 64377652
3-4 TPI 64364202 64371172 64372852 64377552 64379052 64390052
2-3 TPI 64369072 64372402 64377292
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DieBand Plus®
Applications
Tool and die makers.
Materials
Tool and die steels.
Features and Benefits
• Bi-metal construction means longerlife and lower cost per cut thancarbon blades
• M42 high-speed steel edge provideshigh wear resistance for longer life
• Tempered alloy backer results in longerlife for contour cutting
45 Rc to 47 Rc Backer
Tooth tip hardenedto 67 Rc to 69 Rc
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DieBand Plus® is an M42 product developed specifically for toolrooms and machineshops where contour cutting is the norm.
1/4” x .035 3/8” x .035 1/2” x .020 1/2” x .025 1/2” x .0356 x 0.9 10 x 0.9 13 x 0.5 13 x 0.6 13 x 0.9
DieBand Plus 100’ 100’ 250’ 250’ 250’
24 TPI 61604000
18 TPI 61603000
14-18 TPI 61614180
14 TPI 60626600 60630100 61602000
10-14 TPI 61610140 64512000 64522100
10 TPI 60626000 60629900 61601000
8-12 TPI 64511000 64521600
6-10 TPI 64510000 64521400
6 TPI Sabre 60625000 60629300
4 TPI Sabre 60629200 60720000
Coils shown as 100’ and 250' lengths. May also be shipped in random lengths. Also available in welded-to-length.
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BI-METAL
PalletBuster® is manufactured specifically for recycling used wood pallets.
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PalletBuster 250’
Bi-Metal
6 TPI 60331250
5-8 TPI 64371520
Carbon
6 TPI 40840020
5-8 TPI 40540020
Coils shown as 250' lengths. May also be shipped in random lengths. Also available in welded-to-length.500' coils are available.
CARBON
Bi-Metal
Carbon
Applications
Dismantling/recycling pallets usingbandsaw blades.
Materials
Recycled pallets constructed with nailsor staples.
Features and Benefits
• Special nail-embedded wood toothdesign results in longer blade usage
• Oversized blade width improves beamstrength for straighter cuts
• Plastic capping on bi-metal bladesminimizes tooth damage in transitand handling
S A F E T Y
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PalletBuster ®
ISO 9001-2000Registered Quality Management System.
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Red Streak
Applications
Pallet assembly and dismantling, portablesawmills, vertical and horizontal resaws
Materials
Hardwoods, softwoods and laminates
Features and Benefits
• Affordable, high-qualityresharpenable blade
• Heavy set for longer run times• PlyBand features extreme heavy set
for radius cutting
CARBON
CUTS SHAPES
1" OS x .035 1" OS x .042 1-1/4" x .035 1-1/4" x .042 1-1/2" x .042 1-1/2" x .050 2" x .035 2" x .042 2" x .050Red Streak 27 x 0.9 27 x 1.1 32 x 0.9 32 x 1.1 38 x 1.1 38 x 1.3 51 x 0.9 51 x 1.1 51 x 1.3
250’ 250’ 250’ 250’ 250’ 250’ 250’ 250’ 250’HardBack2 Tooth 525600001/2"-5/8" TS VP 52550080*3/4" TS 52550000 52570000 52577200 525750007/8" TS 52572000 52577780 52577710 52577940 52577950 52590000*1 Tooth 52577920* 52591000*FlexBack3/4" TS 52577000 52571000 52577600 52578000PlyBand2 Tooth 525450003/4" TS 52574300Bi-Metal2 Tooth 13290000*3/4" TS 13220000*3/4"-1" TS VP 13321000* 13320000*1 Tooth 13190000* 13322000*Carbide Tip1"-1.5" TS VP 55506000
*Ground Tooth.
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HardBack
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Applications
Maintenance, production shops andjob shops.
Materials
Mild steel, aluminum, brass, woodand plastic.
Features and Benefits
• Spring-tempered back increases beamstrength for straighter, faster cutsand longer life
• Hardened tooth tip improves tooth tipwear resistance
Recommend maximum operating bladespeed of 4000 SFPM.
CARBON
CUTS SHAPES
1/4” x .025 3/8” x .025 1/2” x .025 3/4” x .032 1” x .0356 x 0.6 10 x 0.6 13 x 0.6 19 x 0.8 27 x 0.9
HardBack 250’ 250’ 250’ 250’ 250’24 TPI Wavy 4082150018 TPI Reg. 40814000 4082100014 TPI Reg. 40808000 40813000 40819000 40828500 4083300014 TPI Wavy 4082880010 TPI Reg. 40806000 40812000 40818000 40827300 4083240010 TPI Wavy 408276008 TPI Reg. 40817500 40826700 408321006 TPI Reg. 40817000 40826400 408318006 TPI Sabre 40805800 40811500 408165004 TPI Sabre 40805500 40811000 40816000 408317003 TPI Sabre 40814600 40825800 408315002 TPI SabreEHS 408250002 TPI Sabre 40830000
Note: All 1/4”, 3/8” and 1/2” specifications are also available in 100’ coil length. All specifications shown may also be shipped in randomlengths or 500’ coils on special order. Also available in welded-to-length.
HardBack offers enhanced performanceover FlexBack through improvedbeam strength.
Tooth tip hardenedto 63 Rc to 65 Rc
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FlexBack
Applications
Maintenance shops, small foundriesand job shops.
Materials
Aluminum, brass, lead, wood and plastic.
Features and Benefits
• Hardened tooth tip prolongs cuttingedge life
• Flexible back extends the flex lifeof the blade
• Raker set provides straighter cuts
CARBON
25 Rc to 27 Rc Backer
Tooth tip hardenedto 63 Rc to 65 Rc
FlexBack is a versatile, low cost carbon blade.
CUTS SHAPES
1/8” x .025 3/16” x .025 1/4” x .025 3/8” x .025 1/2” x .025 5/8” x .032 3/4” x .032 1” x .035 1-1/4” x .0423 x 0.6 5 x 0.6 6 x 0.6 10 x 0.6 13 x 0.6 16 x 0.8 19 x 0.8 27 x 0.9 34 x 1.1
FlexBack 100’ 100’ 250’ 250’ 250’ 250’ 250’ 250’ 250’24 TPI Wavy 3746900018 TPI Reg. 37106000 37390000 37425000 3746600014 TPI Reg. 37103000 37118000 37388000 37421000 37460000 37484000 37529000 3757100014 TPI Wavy 3746300010 TPI Reg. 37115000 37382000 37418000 37454000 37517000 375650008 TPI Reg. 37511000 375620006 TPI Reg. 37451000 37508000 375590006 TPI Sabre 37379000 37412000 37448000 375050004 TPI Reg. 375560004 TPI Sabre 37373000 37409000 374450004 TPI Skip 37370000 37406000 374420003 TPI Sabre 37403000 37439000 37502000 375530002 TPI Sabre 374930001.33 TPI Sabre 37575000
Note: All 1/4”, 3/8” and 1/2” specifications are also available in 100’ coil length. All specifications shown may also be shipped in random lengths or 500’ coils on special order. Also available in welded-to-length.
ISO 9001-2000Registered Quality Management System.
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WoodMax
Applications
Furniture factories, cabinet shops andwoodworking shops.
Materials
All softwoods and hardwoods includingoak, maple, mahogany and hickory.
Features and Benefits
• Precision set provides smoothersurface finish
• Positive rake angle facilitates toothpenetration for faster cuts
• Larger gullets improve chip removalfor faster cuts
• Available in .032 thickness forimproved band stiffness
CARBON
WoodMax® is ideal for furniture, cabinet and woodworking operations.
1/4” x 1/4” x 3/8” x 3/8” x 1/2” x 1/2” x.025 .032 .025 .032 .025 .0326 x 0.6 6 x 0.8 10 x 0.6 10 x 0.8 13 x 0.6 13 x 0.8
WoodMax 250’ 250’ 250’ 250’ 250’ 250’
6 Sabre MultiSet 37379000 37412000 37448000
4 Sabre MultiSet 37373000 37409000 37445000
4 Sabre ETS 37620400 37621600 37623500
3 Sabre MultiSet 37403000 37439000
3 Sabre ETS 37621200 37622300
2 Sabre ETS 37620800
CUTS SHAPES
25 Rc to 27 Rc Backer
Tooth tip hardenedto 63 Rc to 65 Rc
S A F E T Y
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Friction
3/4” x .035 1” x .03519 x 0.9 27 x 0.9
Friction 273’ 273’
10 TPI Reg. 37590800 37591200
8 TPI Reg. 37591000
CARBON
Friction is a special high silicon alloy blade offering long life in friction cuttingapplications.
CUTS SHAPES
Coils shown as 273' lengths. May also be shipped in random lengths. Also available in welded-to-length.
Applications
Cutting 1/2” and thinner steel with bandspeed up to 18,000 SFPM.
Materials
Stainless steel, high alloy steeland sheet metals.
Features and Benefits
• High silicone alloy increases flex life• Heavier set provides longer blade life• Controlled heat treating provides
longer lasting cutting edge
S A F E T Y
GL
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SimoGrit
Applications
Refineries, aerospace and aircraftindustries.
Materials
Fiberglass, ceramic, graphite, honeycomband narrow cross sections of high nickelalloys.
Features and Benefits
• Tungsten grit edge provides durableedge for cutting abrasive and hardmaterials
• Carbide grit provides multiple cuttingedges for prolonged blade life
• Continuous edge minimizes toothstrippage in thin cross sections
GRIT-EDGE
SimoGrit’s carbide continuous or gulleted grit edges are ideal for cutting abrasive anddifficult to cut materials under two inches.
CUTS SHAPES
Gulleted
Continuous
1/4” x .020 3/8” x .025 1/2” x .025 3/4” x .032 1” x .035 1-1/4” x .042 1-1/2” x .0426 x 0.5 10 x 0.6 13 x 0.6 19 x 0.8 27 x 0.9 34 x 1.1 41 x 1.1
SimoGrit 250’ 250’ 250’ 250’ 250’ 250’ 250’.039 Kerf Fine Continuous 43105500.042 Kerf Medium Continuous 43100500.047 Kerf Medium Gulleted 43102000 43105000.047 Kerf Medium Continuous 43102550 43105550.054 Kerf Medium Continuous 43108500.056 Kerf Med/Coarse Gulleted 43102050 43105050.057 Kerf Medium Continuous 43111000.063 Kerf Med/Coarse Gulleted 43108050.066 Kerf Med/Coarse Gulleted 43110000.066 Kerf Med/Coarse Continuous 43111050.076 Kerf Coarse Gulleted 43108100.076 Kerf Coarse Continuous 43108600.079 Kerf Coarse Gulleted 43110050.086 Kerf Coarse Gulleted 43114200 43116200
Coils shown as 125' and 250' lengths. May also be shipped in random lengths. Also available in welded-to-length.
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Power Hacksaws
SIMONDS provides a choice of powerhacksaw blades designed to meet theneeds of performance conscious con-sumers. For best results, use the widestblade available in the desired length.
High-Speed Molybdenum
The industry’s first choice for generalpurpose cutting. The solid high-speedsteel blade is extremely rigid forstraighter cuts.
Features and Benefits
• High-speed molybdenum for a toughand durable blade
• Solid high-speed for straighter cuts
High-Speed Bi-Metal
Combines the extremely hard and longwearing characteristics of high-speedsteel and a strong and flexible body,producing a safe and long lasting blade.
Features and Benefits
• Shatter resistant for additional safetyassurance against blade breakage
• Electron beam weld provides a strongerbond between high-speed wire andbody of the blade
• High-speed wire for a longer lastingcutting edge
High-Speed High-Speed Length x Width x Length x Width x Overall TeethMolybdenum Bi-Metal Thickness / Inches Thickness / mm Length/ Per InchProduct Code Product Code mm
33121050 — 12 x 1 x .050 300 x 25 x 1.25 322 10
33121450 — 12 x 1 x .050 300 x 25 x 1.25 322 14
33141050 — 14 x 1 x .050 350 x 25 x 1.25 376 10
33141450 35141450 14 x 1 x .050 350 x 25 x 1.25 376 14
33140660 35140660 14 x 1-1/4 x .062 350 x 32 x 1.6 376 6
33141060 35141060 14 x 1-1/4 x .062 350 x 32 x 1.6 376 10
33180660 35180660 18 x 1-1/4 x .062 450 x 32 x 1.6 482 6
33181060 35181060 18 x 1-1/4 x .062 450 x 32 x 1.6 482 10
33180470 35180470 18 x 1-1/2 x .075 450 x 40 x 2.0 482 4
33180670 35180670 18 x 1-1/2 x .075 450 x 40 x 2.0 482 6
33180480 35180480 18 x 1-3/4 x .088 450 x 45 x 2.25 482 4
33180680 35180680 18 x 1-3/4 x .088 450 x 45 x 2.25 482 6
33210480 35210480 21 x 1-3/4 x .088 525 x 45 x 2.25 561 4
33210680 35210680 21 x 1-3/4 x .088 525 x 45 x 2.25 561 6
33240400 35240400 24 x 2 x .100 600 x 50 x 2.5 636 4
Order by product code. Packaged 10 blades in a box.
CUTS SHAPES
High-Speed Bi-Metal
High-Speed Molybdenum
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Regular or Raker Set
Regular Set is sometimes referred to as Raker Set and consists of a repetitive patternwith one tooth set to the right, the next to the left, and the third (called the raker tooth)without set. This type of set is best when the material being cut is of uniform size.It is also used in contour sawing.
Every Tooth Set (E.T.S.)
Every Tooth Set (E.T.S.) is similar to the regular set pattern, but without the raker orunset tooth. All teeth are set right and left in an alternating and repeating pattern.This provides, in effect, one-third more cutting teeth and is especially good for bladesused in furniture industries where a raker tooth is a disadvantage.
Wavy Set
Wavy Set is a different arrangement in which groups of teeth are set to the right andthen to the left in a repetitive wave-like pattern. This reduces the strain that wouldoccur on individually-set teeth, making the saw more suitable for cutting thin stockor a variety of shapes and thicknesses without changing blades. Wavy set, therefore,has a range of applications in which it is much superior to the regular-set pattern.
Variable Tooth Set
Variable Tooth Set consists of teeth set alternately right and left at regular intervalswith a raker tooth (i.e., left-right-left-right-raker). Excellent for cutting a variety ofshapes and pipe from 15 mm wall thickness and upward.
Blade Terminology
Kerf
Blade Thickness
One Inch
TPITeeth Per Inch
Saw Teeth
Saw Width
Back of Blade
GulletDepth
GulletArea
Face Rake Angle
Tooth Face
BackClearance
Angle
Pitch
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Blade Terminology
REGULAR TOOTH STYLE
• 0° rake angle
• Full, well-rounded gullets
• Strong supporting back toothAll tooth shapes the same
SKIP TOOTH STYLE
• 0° rake angle
• Skip tooth has double the gullet capacityto handle more chips and larger chipsAll tooth shapes the same
SABRE TOOTH STYLE
• 10° positive rake angle
• Deeper, more rounded gullets than regularor skip tooth styles
• Allows for faster feeding
• Less tendency to clog under heavy chip loadAll tooth shapes the same
VARIABLE TOOTH STYLE
• Regular tooth pattern broken up to reduce noise
• Less vibration and chatter
• One blade is suitable for a wider range of cuttingTooth pattern repeated throughout band.Tooth shape changes within pattern.
TRIPLE CHIP TOOTH STYLE
• Carbide tipped for cutting high nickel alloysand exotics
• Triple Chip teeth are ground to provideside clearance
• Designed for high production applicationswhere good surface finish is needed
• 2/3 Kerf • 1/3 Kerf • 2/3 Kerf •
CrownToothHigher
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Tooth Pitch Primer
WHAT TOOTH PITCH DO WE USE?
OPTIMIZING TOOTH PITCH
Always strive for a minimum of 3 teeth and a maximum of 24 teeth in the cut(6 to 12 teeth in the cut at any time is the optimum)
Soft materials (example: carbon) . . . . . . . . . . 3-6 teeth in the cut average
Hard materials (example: die steels) . . . . . 18-24 teeth in the cut average
Tough materials (example: Inconel) . . . . . . 12-18 teeth in the cut average
AVERAGING VARIABLE PITCH TEETH
PITCH AVERAGE # OF TPI3-4 PITCH 3-1/2 TPI4-6 PITCH 5 TPI5-8 PITCH 6-1/2 TPI6-10 PITCH 8 TPI
EXAMPLE:4” bar stock – using a 3-4 TPI blade
Avg. TPI = 3 + 4 ÷ 2 = 3.5(Bar stock size, multiplied by the average TPI = no. of teeth in the cut)
(4 x 3.5 = 14)
3-4 pitch would give us 14 teeth in the cut4-6 pitch would give us 20 teeth in the cut5-8 pitch would give us 26 teeth in the cut6-10 pitch would give us 32 teeth in the cut
ITEMS THAT INFLUENCE TOOTH PITCH SELECTION
Material Shape
• Complex shapes can easily strip teeth. It is best to use a blade withless face rake angle when cutting structurals and other complex shapes.
Chip Formation
• Hard materials require a small, strong tooth shape.• Soft materials make large chips that fill up a gullet quickly.
Select a large gulleted blade.
Chip Length
• The longer the tooth is in a cut, the more chip that will be generated,and the more gullet area that will be needed to hold the chip.
• Cutting stops when the gullets are full.
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Break-in Procedures
Basic Procedure
1. Set band speed to the normal recommended S.F.P.M. for the material.2. Reduce feed by 50% of the normal cutting rate (25% if SineWave).3. Determine the recommended square inches of material to be cut at break-in
from table.4. Gradually increase the feed rate to normal over total break-in period.
Caution: During the break-in period, it is very important that the band alwaysproduce chips. Increase the feed if needed to produce chips.
For SineWave® Blades
Recommended band speed (SFPM) 150 100 50Sq. in. to cut for break-in 40 25 10
For Carbide Tipped Blades
Recommended band speed (SFPM) 300 250 200 150 100 50Sq. in. to cut for break-in 110 95 75 50 35 15
For Bi-Metal Blades
Recommended band speed (SFPM) 300 250 200 150 100 50Sq. in. to cut for break-in 90 75 60 40 25 10
For SiClone® Blades
Recommended band speed (SFPM) 300 250 200 150 100 50Sq. in. to cut for break-in 110 95 75 50 35 15
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Speed and Feed Charts
Stock Dimensions Up to 1" From 1" - 3" From 3" - 6" Over 6"Tooth Pitch 10-14, 8-12 8-12, 6-10, 5-8 5-8, 4-6, 3-4, 3 Sabre 3-4, 2-3, 2 Sabre, 1 Tooth,
3-4" T.S.
Material (Annealed) Blade Cutting Blade Cutting Blade Cutting Blade CuttingSpeed Rate Speed Rate Speed Rate Speed Rate(SFPM) (SIPM) (SFPM) (SIPM) (SFPM) (SIPM) (SFPM) (SIPM)
Carbon Steels1008-1013 250 8 -10 275 9 -12 280 12 -15 250 9 -121015-1018 250 8 -10 275 9 -12 250 12 -15 230 9 -121048-1065 200 5 - 7 200 5 - 7 175 8 -10 150 6 - 81065-1095 200 4 - 6 200 5 - 7 150 6 - 8 120 6 - 8
Free Machining Steels1108-1111 300 9 -11 330 12 -14 275 13 -15 220 11 -141112-1113 300 8 -11 330 11 -13 275 12 -15 220 12 -151115-1132 300 7 -10 330 10 -13 275 13 -16 220 11 -141137-1151 275 6 - 8 250 8 -10 250 8 -11 200 7 -101212-1213 300 8 -10 320 11 -13 300 13 -15 255 11 -14
Manganese Steels1320-1330 250 5 - 7 250 5 - 8 200 8 -11 175 7 -101335-1345 250 5 - 7 225 5 - 7 200 7 - 9 175 5 - 8
Nickel Chrome Steels3115-3130 260 4 - 6 260 5 - 7 230 5 - 7 225 5 - 73135-3150 220 4 - 6 200 4 - 7 180 6 - 8 150 5 - 83310-3315 200 3 - 4 180 4 - 5 180 5 - 7 160 4 - 6
Molybdenum Steels4017-4024 300 3 - 5 270 4 - 7 250 6 - 8 220 5 - 84032-4042 300 3 - 5 270 4 - 7 250 6 - 8 230 5 - 84047-4068 250 3 - 5 220 4 - 6 200 5 - 7 180 3 - 5
Chrome Moly Steels4130-4140 280 4 - 6 250 5 - 8 250 8 -10 220 6 - 84142-4150 230 3 - 5 200 4 - 6 200 5 - 7 170 4 - 6
Nickel Chrome Moly Steels4317-4320 250 3 - 5 225 4 - 6 200 5 - 7 170 4 - 64337-4340 230 3 - 4 200 4 - 5 200 4 - 6 170 4 - 58615-8627 250 4 - 5 230 6 - 7 230 6 - 8 200 6 - 78630-8645 250 3 - 5 230 4 - 6 230 5 - 7 180 4 - 68647-8660 220 2 - 4 200 3 - 5 200 4 - 6 150 3 - 58715-8750 250 3 - 5 220 4 - 6 220 5 - 7 180 4 - 69310-9317 200 1 - 3 160 2 - 3 160 2 - 4 150 2 - 39437-9445 250 4 - 5 230 4 - 5 230 5 - 6 180 4 - 59747-9763 250 2 - 4 230 3 - 5 200 4 - 6 180 3 - 59840-9850 240 4 - 5 220 4 - 6 200 5 - 7 180 4 - 6
Nickel Moly Steels4608-4621 250 3 - 5 220 5 - 6 220 6 - 7 200 5 - 64640 220 3 - 5 200 4 - 6 200 5 - 7 170 4 - 64812-4820 200 3 - 5 180 3 - 5 180 4 - 6 160 4 - 5
Chrome Steels5045-5046 280 4 - 6 250 5 - 7 250 8 -10 200 7 - 85120-5135 280 4 - 6 250 6 - 7 240 7 - 8 180 5 - 85140-5160 250 3 - 5 230 4 - 6 230 5 - 7 200 4 - 650100-52100 180 2 - 4 160 3 - 5 150 4 - 6 100 3 - 5
Chrome Vanadium Steels6117-6210 225 4 - 5 225 5 - 7 200 6 - 8 170 5 - 76145-6152 225 3 - 4 200 4 - 5 200 5 - 6 150 4 - 5
Die SteelsA-2, 210 2 - 3 200 3 - 4 190 3 - 4 180 2 - 3D-2, D-3 110 1 - 2 100 1 - 2 90 1 - 2 80 1 - 2D-7 90 1 80 1 70 1 70 1O-1, O-2 240 3 - 4 210 4 - 5 190 5 - 6 170 4 - 5O-6 230 3 - 4 200 4 - 6 180 5 - 7 150 4 - 6
Speeds and feeds are based on running bi-metal blades. When using carbon blades or when cutting dry, reduce speeds and feeds by 50%.
SFPM = Surface Feet Per MinuteSIPM = Square Inches Per Minute
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Speed and Feed Charts
Stock Dimensions Up to 1" From 1"- 3" From 3"- 6" Over 6"Tooth Pitch 10-14, 8-12 8-12, 6-10, 5-8 5-8, 4-6, 3-4, 3 Sabre 3-4, 2-3, 2 Sabre, 1 Tooth,
3-4" T.S.
Material (Annealed) Blade Cutting Blade Cutting Blade Cutting Blade CuttingSpeed Rate Speed Rate Speed Rate Speed Rate(SFPM) (SIPM) (SFPM) (SIPM) (SFPM) (SIPM) (SFPM) (SIPM)
Silicon Steels9255-9260 200 2 - 4 180 3 - 5 180 3 - 5 150 3 - 59261-9262 200 1 - 3 160 2 - 3 160 2 - 4 150 2 - 3
High Speed Tool SteelsT-1, T-2 130 1 - 2 110 2 - 3 100 2 - 4 90 2 - 3T-4, T-5 110 1 - 2 100 1 - 2 90 2 - 3 80 1 - 2T-6, T-8 110 1 - 2 100 1 - 2 80 1 - 2 70 1 - 2T-15 80 1 80 1 70 1 50 1M-1 150 1 - 3 140 2 - 4 130 3 - 5 110 2 - 4M-2, M-3 120 1 - 2 110 2 - 3 100 3 - 4 80 2 - 3M-4, M-10 100 1 - 2 90 1 - 2 80 1 - 3 60 1 - 2
Hot Work SteelsH-12, H-13, H-21 150 2 - 4 125 3 - 5 125 2 - 4 125 2 - 4H-22, H-24, H-25 150 1 - 3 125 1 - 3 125 1 - 3 125 1 - 3
Shock Resisting Tool SteelsS-1 220 2 - 4 180 3 - 5 165 3 - 5 150 2 - 4S-2, S-5 170 1 - 3 150 2 - 4 120 2 - 4 100 1 - 3
Special Purpose Tool SteelsL-6 200 2 - 4 180 3 - 5 170 3 - 5 150 2 - 4L-7 200 2 - 4 180 3 - 5 150 3 - 5 100 2 - 4
Stainless Steels201, 202, 302, 304 120 2 - 4 100 2 - 4 100 2 - 4 100 1 - 3303, 303F 140 2 - 4 120 2 - 4 100 3 - 5 100 2 - 4308, 309, 310, 330 90 1 70 1 60 2 60 1314, 316, 317 90 1 80 1 70 2 60 1321, 347 130 1 - 3 110 1 - 3 100 2 - 4 80 1 - 3410, 420, 420F 150 1 - 3 130 1 - 3 120 2 - 4 100 1 - 3416,430F 200 3 - 5 180 4 - 6 170 5 - 7 150 4 - 6430, 446 100 1 - 3 90 2 - 4 80 2 - 4 80 1 - 3440 A,B,C 120 1 - 3 10 1 - 3 90 2 - 4 70 1 - 3440F, 443 150 1 - 3 130 1 - 3 120 2 - 4 100 1 - 317-4PH, 17-7PH 100 2 - 3 90 2 - 4 80 3 - 4 80 2 - 3A-7 100 1 - 2 100 1 - 2 100 2 - 3 100 2 - 3
Beryllium Copper #25BHN 100-120 350 4 - 6 300 5 - 7 275 6 - 8 225 5 - 7BHN 220-250 250 2 - 4 225 3 - 5 200 4 - 6 175 3 - 5BHN 310-340 200 1 - 2 160 1 - 2 140 2 - 3 100 1 - 2
Nickel Base AlloysMonel 100 1 - 2 100 1 - 2 80 1 - 2 60 1R Monel 140 2 - 3 140 2 - 4 125 2 - 4 75 2 - 3K Monel 100 1 80 1 60 1 60 1KR Monel 100 1 - 3 90 1 - 3 80 1 - 3 60 1 - 2Inconel 110 1 - 2 100 1 - 3 80 1 - 3 80 1 - 2Inconel X 90 1 80 1 70 1 60 1Hastelloy A 120 1 - 2 100 1 - 2 85 2 - 3 75 1 - 2Hastelloy B 110 0 - 1 100 1 - 2 90 1 - 2 75 0 - 1Hastelloy C 100 0 - 1 90 0 - 1 70 0 - 1 60 0 - 1Rene 41 90 1 90 1 90 1 - 2 90 1 - 2Udimit 100 1 90 1 - 2 90 1 - 2 90 1 - 2Waspalloy 90 1 90 1 - 2 90 1 - 2 90 1 - 2Titanium 100 1 - 2 100 2 - 3 100 2 - 3 100 2 - 3
Titanium AlloysTl-4AL-4MO 100 0 - 1 90 0 - 1 80 0 - 1 70 0 - 1Tl-140A 2CR-2MO 100 0 - 1 90 0 - 1 80 0 - 1 60 0 - 1Tl-150A 100 0 - 1 90 0 - 1 80 0 - 1 60 0 - 1TI-6AL-4V 100 0 - 1 90 0 - 1 80 0 - 1 60 0 - 199% Pure Titanium 100 0 - 1 90 0 - 1 80 0 - 1 60 0 - 1
Speed and feed rates reflect optimum blade life. For increased production rates, contact Simonds for more information.
SFPM = Surface Feet Per MinuteSIPM = Square Inches Per Minute
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Troubleshooting
Stripping Teeth
• Too many teeth or too few teeth in the cut –please see Optimizing Tooth Pitch on p. 28
• Parts not held securely – use a third clamp or weld ends• Feed rate too high or speed too slow• Poor butt weld• Chip brush not working, causing chips to overload gullets• Check coolant concentration
Band Breakage
• Worn guides• Guide arms set too far apart• Diameter of wheels too small – use thinner bands• Band tension too high• Feed rate too high• Poor butt weld
Crooked Cut
• Dull blade• Improper break-in• Guide arms too far apart or out of alignment• Damaged roller or carbide guides• Feed rate too heavy or blade speed too slow• Tooth pitch too fine• Band tension too low• Vise clamp out of square
Premature Dulling of Teeth
• Improper break-in• Check coolant concentration and flow• Check chip brush• Check feed rates and blade speed• Select proper tooth pitch
Rough Cut
• Band speed too slow and feed rate too high• Improper break-in• Dull or damaged teeth• Check chip brush• Poor butt weld
Other Simonds Products
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Contact your local Simonds Distributor at
1-800-343-1616or visit our website at
www.simondsinternational.comfor information on these and other
Simonds products.
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