Description
A made to order Bimetal bandsaw blade
Material: Bimetal
Length: 1430 mm
Width: 12.7
TPI: 24TPI
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Bimetal bandsaw blades represent a significant advancement in cutting technology, providing unparalleled performance and durability compared to traditional carbon blades. They are constructed from two distinct materials that are seamlessly welded together, making bimetal blades transformative for cutting applications across various industries.
About this 1430mm 24 TPI bimetal blade
This is a bimetal bandsaw blade, 1430mm long and 12.7mm (1/2″) wide, with 24 teeth per inch. Bimetal blades have a high-speed steel (HSS) cutting edge welded to a flexible alloy steel back, so the teeth stay sharp in metal while the band copes with flexing around the wheels.
At 24 TPI the teeth are only about 1mm apart, which makes this one of the finest pitches we make. It is the blade to choose when the work is thin: sheet, thin-wall tube, light angle and small solid sections in steel, stainless steel, aluminium, brass and copper. To keep at least three teeth in the cut you need roughly 3mm of material under the blade, so very thin sheet is best clamped to a backing piece. On thick solid bar the small gullets fill quickly, so a coarser pitch will cut faster there.
The 12.7mm width is a good all-rounder: stiff enough to cut straight and still able to follow gentle curves. A 1430mm length is typical of smaller workshop and benchtop bandsaws, so always confirm the exact length your machine takes.
How to check this is the right blade
Measure your old blade’s length (or check the machine plate) and confirm it is 1430mm. Measure the width from the tooth tips to the back edge: it should be 12.7mm. Then count the teeth along 25mm (one inch) – you should find 24. Our guides how are bandsaw blades measured and which TPI do I need explain both checks in more detail.
Frequently asked questions
Can I cut wood with a 24 TPI bimetal blade?
It will cut wood, but the small gullets clog and the cut is slow. For timber, a coarser pitch is far better, and if you only cut wood a carbon blade is a cheaper option.
Why is my 24 TPI blade overheating on thick bar?
On thick sections each tooth has to carry more chips than its gullet can hold. Use a coarser bimetal blade for solid bar and keep this one for thin material.
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