SIP 01594 Bandsaw Blade 13mm (1/2") M42 Bi-Metal Blades for Metal Cutting – Choose TPI Xcalibur Tooling

Reliable metal cutting depends on a blade that can withstand cutting heat, repeated flexing, and changing material sections without sacrificing control. Designed for the SIP 01594, this 2360mm x 13mm x 0.65mm M42 bi-metal blade combines a hardened high-speed steel tooth edge with a flexible alloy-steel backing.

With six fixed and variable TPI options available, users can select the tooth pattern according to stock thickness and profile. The blade is suitable for mild steel, stainless steel, aluminium, copper, brass, and other non-ferrous materials used across fabrication, engineering, repair, and maintenance work.

Key Features

• 2360mm Blade Dimensions: The blade measures 2360mm long x 13mm wide x 0.65mm thick, providing the specified dimensions for the SIP 01594.

• M42 High-Speed Steel Tooth Edge: Hardened M42 teeth provide strong wear and heat resistance for demanding metal-cutting applications.

• Flexible Alloy-Steel Backing: The supporting blade body accommodates continuous movement around the bandsaw wheels while reducing unnecessary stress on the harder cutting edge.

• Six TPI Options: Choose from 6, 10, 14, 6/10, 8/12, and 10/14 TPI to suit different material thicknesses, tubing, solid stock, and structural sections.

• UK Precision Welding: Each blade is precision-welded in the UK to create a consistent continuous loop for regular professional workshop use.

Applications

• Cut mild-steel flat bar, solid sections, and fabrication stock before welding, drilling, machining, or assembly.

• Process stainless-steel components using a suitable tooth pitch, controlled feed pressure, and machine settings matched to the workpiece.

• Choose variable-pitch options for tubing and hollow profiles where the number of teeth engaged changes as the blade progresses through the material.

• Use the blade for aluminium, copper, brass, and other non-ferrous materials commonly handled in fabrication and maintenance environments.

• Workshops that also use a band saw blade for hardwood should keep wood- and metal-cutting blades separately identified so the correct blade construction is selected for each material.

Why Choose Our Bandsaw Blade?

• M42 bi-metal construction gives the blade two complementary characteristics: a hard cutting edge for metal removal and a flexible backing for continuous bandsaw operation.

• Fixed and variable tooth-pitch options allow the setup to be adapted to thin-wall tubing, solid sections, flat bar, and heavier profiles rather than relying on one pitch for every application.

• The 13mm blade width provides a practical balance between straight-cutting control and suitable flexibility for compatible contour work.

• UK precision welding and a choice of six TPI configurations make the blade suitable for engineering workshops, fabrication shops, maintenance departments, and regular professional use.

• In mixed-purpose workshops containing woodworking power tools alongside metalworking equipment, using dedicated blades for each material helps maintain the correct cutting setup and reduces the risk of unsuitable blade selection.

FAQs

1. What tooth pitch is suitable for solid steel sections?
A coarser pitch can be useful for thicker solid sections because larger spaces between the teeth improve chip clearance. The final choice should also consider the overall section size.

2. Which configuration works well for metal tubing?
Finer or variable-pitch options are often suitable for tubing because tooth engagement changes throughout the cut. Wall thickness should be considered when choosing the most appropriate TPI.

3. Can this blade cut stainless steel?
Yes. The M42 tooth edge is suitable for stainless steel as well as mild steel and several non-ferrous metals. Correct speed, feed pressure, and tooth pitch remain important for consistent results.

4. Why use a variable-pitch blade?
Variable-pitch blades alternate tooth spacing instead of maintaining one constant pattern. This can help provide steadier cutting when processing tubing or profiles with changing material engagement.

5. How can I reduce premature blade wear?
Use the correct TPI, blade tension, cutting speed, and feed pressure for the material. Regular guide adjustment and inspection of the teeth can also help maintain dependable cutting performance.