The key factors in maintaining the blade's condition include:

a.  Environment:Store the blade in a cool,dry place to prevent rust and corrosion.Avoid areas with high humidity or extreme temperatures.

b.  Packaging:Keep the blade in its original packaging or wrap it in a protective material like rust-inhibiting paper.

c.  Position:Store the blade flat or on a proper rack to prevent bending or warping.Avoid placing heavy objects on top of it.

d.  Check Regularly:Periodically inspect the blade for any signs of rust or damage.

If you follow these guidelines,a band saw blade can remain in good condition for several years.However,it's always a good idea to inspect it for any issues before using it,especially if it has been stored for a long time.

1. Material Type

Different materials require specific blade types and configurations.For example,bimetal blades are suitable for a variety of metals,while carbide or diamond-studded blades are better for very hard materials.

2. Cutting Speed and Feed Rate

Adjust the speed and feed rate according to the material being cut.Too high a speed or feed rate can cause excessive wear and reduce the blade's lifespan,while too low a rate can lead to inefficient cutting.

3. Blade Tension

Proper blade tension is crucial for accurate cutting and preventing blade breakage.Check and adjust the tension according to the manufacturer's recommendations.

4. Coolant Usage

Use appropriate coolant to reduce heat and friction during cutting,which helps in extending blade life and improving cut quality.Ensure the coolant is suitable for the material and blade type.

5. Blade Teeth and Gullet Size

Choose a blade with the appropriate tooth pitch and gullet size for the material being cut.This helps in efficient chip removal and prevents clogging.

6. Cutting Angles

Properly align the blade and material to maintain straight cuts and reduce unnecessary wear.

7. Blade Cleaning and Maintenance

Regularly clean the blade to remove debris and resin buildup.Inspect the blade for signs of wear,damage,or dull teeth and replace or sharpen it as needed.

8. Workpiece Support

Ensure proper support for the workpiece to avoid vibrations and movement during cutting,which can affect blade performance and accuracy.

9. Safety Precautions

Follow safety guidelines,including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and ensuring that the machine is properly maintained and set up.

By carefully managing these factors,you can maximize the performance and longevity of your metal band saw blade.

INC-TECHTECHNOLOGY

INC-TECH:INCredible technology with INCurve back profile.

Special-designed back profile forces bandsaws deflect during running,which improves tooth penetration tremendously.

The patented processing to treat the back ensures back edge's excellent surface finish. 

INC-TECH Features

a.  Accept high customization requirements:according to the size of the sawing machine and the size of the workpiece material to be cut.

b.  Run speed & Feed rate general requirements.

c.  The 30-50% efficiency can be increased and the life can be increased by 50%without changingmachine parameter.

d.  More suitable for solid material.

e.  Provide free product use assistance.

SHD TECHNOLOGY-COATING

SHD:hard coating like SHIELD (SHD) to protect tooth.

The development of advanced processing technology (high-speed and high-efficient machining) and the wide application of the difficult-to-cut materials (such as hardened steels or nickel and titanium based aviation materials) have led to the rapid wear failure for both bi-metal and carbide bandsaw blades.The use of advanced coated tools prepared through physical vapor deposition (PVD) has been proved to be critical to realizing the benefits of high performance machining.

Facing the various machining conditions of the different processed materials,the Bichamp SHD TECHNOLOGY can provide advanced coating solutions based on the customers'demands.Just like the shield can protect the champion,when customers choose the Bichamp bandsaws with SHD TECHNOLOGY,they can benefit from the combination of high-quality bandsaws and high performance PVD hard coating:

a.  Advanced manufacturing accuracy of bandsaw

b.  Increased surface hardness of cutting tooth

c.  Superior adhesion between the coating and the bandsaw

d.  High toughness for interrupted cutting conditions of bandsaw

e.  Reduced friction coefficient and heat of cutting

f.   Limited formation of built-up-edge

g.  The possibility of dry cutting

h.  Extraordinary surface quality of the cross section

i.  Big improvements in productivity

j.  Great reductions in manufacturing organization costs

The Bichamp SHD coated bandsaws series consist of both bi-metal and carbide blades,the cutting parameters are different by vary applications.If you are searching for the solution for the difficult-to-cut materials machining or the cost containment,then you are welcome to contact our sales representatives or technical support for assistance.

Before break-in	After proper break-in	After improper break-in
Tooth tips are very sharp and  sometimes with some small burs  from manufacturing.	Proper break-in makes blades gain a  good tooth tip with small round cutting  edge,which is beneficial for  prolonging blade life.	Improper break-in results in disastrous  chipping on tooth tips,which shortens  blade life greatly.

For bi-metal bandsaw blade:

1) Use the recommended band speed for the material you want to cut.

2) Reduce the feed rate with 30-40%.

3) Run the blade for 30-60 min and slightly increase the feed with every cut.

4) Set band speed and feed rate as normal.

For carbide bandsaw blade:

1) For the 1st cut,set feed and band speed parameters as for a bimetal.

2) For the second cut increase band speed,while avoiding vibration.

3) Then increase feed to match band speed while avoiding vibration.

4) Repeat second cut till you have reached normal parameter values for a carbide blade.

Speed Chart 

For Bi-metal Band Saw Blade

· The chart is only for materials with hardness of 20HRc or 225HB.When hardness ~30HRc or 283HB,slow the speed to 70% of the recommended in the chart.

When hardness ~35HRc or 330HB,slow the speed to 60% of the recommended in the chart.Bi-metal is not suggestible for workpiece with hardness higher than 40HRc.

· Actually,bandsawing parameter is strongly affected by external factors like machine condition,materials,fluid,etc.So your experience is very important.

For Carbide Band Saw Blade