Product Description
INCREASED WEAR RESISTANCE DELIVERS LONGER BLADE LIFE
New HSS edge wire increases tooth hardness for better abrasive wear resistance
Patent pending chip controlling design reduces heat and wear
IMPROVED CHIP FORMATION HELPS PENETRATE DIFFICULT TO CUT MATERIALS
Variable tooth heights and multi-level set creates deeper, narrower chips
High Rake angles reduce cutting forces
OPTIMIZED DESIGN FOR STRAIGHTER CUTS ON LARGE BLOCKS
Shallow gullet construction increases beam strength
Contestor XL: Long-Lasting Performance for Diverse Cutting Tasks
The Contestor XL bandsaw blade is a versatile and wear-resistant blade designed for extended service life in various cutting applications. Made from high-quality metal with an innovative chip-controlling design, the Contestor XL tackles a wide range of materials while minimizing heat and wear.
Key Features of the Contestor XL:
- Increased Wear Resistance: The HSS edge wire boasts superior tooth hardness for longer blade life, reducing replacement costs.
- Improved Chip Formation: The variable tooth heights and multi-level set create deeper, narrower chips, promoting cooler operation and less wear on the blade.
- Straighter Cuts on Large Blocks: The shallow gullet construction enhances beam strength, resulting in straighter cuts on larger materials.
- Cuts Through Various Materials: Suitable for a broad range of materials, including solid squares and rectangles, round stock, plate, and even some bundled tubes and angle iron.
- Available in Multiple Sizes: Offered in a variety of widths and thicknesses to suit your specific cutting needs.
Upgrade your bandsaw's performance with the Contestor XL blade. Its extended wear resistance, improved chip formation, ability to handle large blocks, and versatility across various materials make it a dependable choice for professional workshops and DIY projects.
Specifications
WIDTH X THICKNESS | TPI | ||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IN | MM | 0.7/1.0 | 1.0/1.3 | 1.4/2.0 | 2/3 | 3/4 | 4/6 |
1-1/4 x .042 | 34 x 1.07 | â—† | â—† | â—† | |||
1-1/2 x .050 | 41 x 1.27 | â—† | â—† | â—† | |||
2 x .063 | 54 x 1.60 | â—† | â—† | â—† | â—† | ||
2-5/8 x .063 | 67 x 1.60 | â—† | â—† | â—† | |||
3 x .063 | 80 x 1.60 | â—† | â—† |
Applications
Primary
Solid Square / Rectangle
Sold Round
Plate
Secondary
Bundles
Tube
Angle Iron
Materials
Primary
- Mold Steels
- Stainless Steels
- Tool Steels
- Alloy Steels
Secondary
- Aluminum / Non - Ferrous
- Structural Steels
- Bearing Steels
- Nickel Alloys
- Carbon Steels
- Titanium
SQUARE/RECTANGLE SOLID
LOCATE WIDTH OF CUT (W)
WIDTH OF CUT | ||
---|---|---|
IN | MM | TPI |
.1 | 2.5 | 14/18 |
.2 | 5 | 14/18 |
.3 | 7.5 | 10/14 |
.4 | 10 | 10/14 |
.5 | 12.5 | 8/12 |
.6 | 15 | 8/12 |
.7 | 17.5 | 6/10 |
.8 | 20 | 6/10 |
.9 | 22.5 | 6/8 5/8 |
1 | 25 | 6/8 5/8 |
2 | 50 | 4/6 |
5 | 125 | 3/4 |
10 | 250 | 2/3 |
15 | 375 | 1.5/2.0 1.4/2.0 |
20 | 500 | 1.0/1.3 |
25 | 675 | 1.0/1.3 |
30 | 750 | 1.0/1.3 |
35 | 875 | 0/7/1.0 |
40 | 1000 | 0/7/1.0 |
45 | 1125 | 0/7/1.0 |
50 | 1250 | 0/7/1.0 |
ROUND SOLID
LOCATE DIAMETER OF CUT (D)
DIAMETER OF CUT | ||
---|---|---|
IN | MM | TPI |
.1 | 2.5 | 14/18 |
.2 | 5 | 14/18 |
.3 | 7.5 | 10/14 |
.4 | 10 | 8/12 |
.5 | 12.5 | 6/10 |
.6 | 15 | 6/10 |
.7 | 17.5 | 6/10 |
.8 | 20 | 6/8 5/8 |
.9 | 22.5 | 6/8 5/8 |
1 | 25 | 6/8 5/8 |
2 | 50 | 4/6 |
5 | 125 | 3/4 |
10 | 250 | 2/3 |
15 | 375 | 1.5/2.0 1.4/2.0 |
20 | 500 | 1.0/1.3 |
25 | 675 | 1.0/1.3 |
30 | 750 | 1.0/1.3 |
35 | 875 | 1.0/1.3 |
40 | 1000 | 0/7/1.0 |
45 | 1125 | 0/7/1.0 |
50 | 1250 | 0/7/1.0 |
TUBING/PIPE/STRUCTURALS
LOCATE WALL THICKNESS (T)
WALL THICKNESS | ||
---|---|---|
IN | MM | TPI |
.5 | 1.25 | 14/18 |
.10 | 2.5 | 10/14 |
.15 | 3.75 | 8/12 |
.20 | 5 | 6/10 |
.25 | 6.25 | 6/8 5/8 |
.30 | 7.5 | 6/8 5/8 |
.40 | 10 | 4/6 |
.50 | 12.5 | 4/6 |
.60 | 15 | 4/6 |
.70 | 17.5 | 3/4 |
.80 | 20 | 3/4 |
.90 | 22.5 | 3/4 |
1 | 25 | 3/4 |
1.5 | 37.5 | 2/3 |
2 | 50 | 2/3 |