SIP 01489 Bandsaw Blade 2490mm (98") - Various Widths & TPI - Xcalibur Tooling

The SIP 01489 gives woodworkers the flexibility to adapt their bandsaw setup to different cutting requirements rather than relying on one blade configuration for every project. This 2490mm (98-inch) high-carbon steel blade is available in multiple widths and TPI options for timber ripping, general preparation, curved profiles, and finer detail work.

Its flexible construction supports continuous movement around the bandsaw wheels, while UK precision welding forms a consistent blade loop. Selecting the correct combination of blade width and tooth pitch helps match cutting behaviour to timber thickness, cutting direction, and the finish required.

Key Features

• 2490mm Blade Length: The 2490mm (98-inch) length is specifically designed for the SIP 01489, providing a clear replacement specification.

• High-Carbon Steel Construction: Flexible high-carbon steel combines a sharp cutting edge with the ability to withstand repeated movement around the bandsaw wheels.

• Multiple Width Choices: Narrow 3–6mm blades suit tighter curves, medium 10–13mm configurations support general cutting, and wider 19mm-plus options provide greater stability for straight cuts and ripping.

• Different TPI Configurations: Lower 4–6 TPI options support faster cutting in thicker timber, 8–10 TPI suits general woodworking, and 14+ TPI is intended for finer work on thinner stock.

• UK Precision Welding: Each blade is precision-welded in the UK to create the continuous loop required for dependable workshop operation.

Applications

• Prepare hardwood and softwood boards before further machining, joining, sanding, or assembly.

• Choose narrow blade configurations for patterns, decorative shapes, curved furniture components, and projects where the blade needs to follow a smaller cutting radius.

• Use medium-width blades for routine timber preparation where the job involves both moderate curves and straighter sections.

• Select wider blades when ripping boards or producing longer straight cuts where directional stability is particularly important.

• For workshops maintaining a broader collection of wood shop tools and equipment, the SIP 01489 can support furniture making, joinery preparation, cabinet work, craft projects, and general timber processing.

Why Choose Our Bandsaw Blade?

• The machine-specific 2490mm length makes it easier to identify the correct replacement before considering blade width and TPI.

• Several width options allow the same machine to handle detailed shaping, everyday cutting, and straighter timber preparation without compromising every job with one blade profile.

• Selectable tooth pitches provide greater control over material removal, sawdust clearance, cutting speed, and finished edge quality.

• High-carbon steel provides the flexibility required for regular woodworking while maintaining effective cutting characteristics across different timber projects.

• If your workshop also processes steel or other metals, select a dedicated bandsaw blade for metal designed for that material rather than using this woodworking blade.

FAQs

1. What blade setup works well for general woodworking?
A medium-width 10–13mm blade provides a practical balance between straight cutting and moderate curve capability. Choose the TPI according to timber thickness and the finish required.

2. Which blade should I choose for tight curved profiles?
Narrow 3–6mm blades are better suited to smaller cutting radii because they can change direction more easily. The tighter the curve, the more important blade width becomes.

3. Is a lower TPI suitable for thick timber?
Yes. A 4–6 TPI configuration provides more space between the teeth for sawdust clearance. This makes it useful for thicker stock and faster material removal.

4. When is a wider blade more useful?
Wider 19mm-plus blades provide greater support during long straight cuts and ripping. They are less suitable where the blade needs to follow tight curves.

5. What can help maintain a cleaner cutting result?
Keep the blade correctly tensioned and tracked, check the guides regularly, and avoid excessive feed pressure. A sharp blade with the correct TPI for the material also improves consistency.