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The Professionals’ Edge What do we mean by“The Professionals’ Edge ”?It all comes down to confidence inquality products. With Simondsproducts you have the peace of mindof knowing that the designs andinnovations present in every Simondsblade and cutting tool have stoodthe test of time in the harshestenvironments under the scrutiny ofsome very tough customers. And thatquality comes at a fair price. We offertremendous value for products madeto exacting standards from thelongest-lasting alloys and other stateof-the-art materials, resulting fromtime-tested research and design.“The Professionals’ Edge ” alsomeans you have access to Simonds’superior product support. We offercomprehensive customer servicebacked up by our highly skilled andtrained field technicians. We offertraining, partnerships to increasebusiness productivity, and money-backguarantees. You can also look to usfor other product lines including files,power tool accessories, and otherindustrial products. “The Professionals’Edge ” simply delivers our promise —the best blades and the best peopleto back them up.“Simonds’ mission is best defined by continuous improvement on our proven bladeswhile we develop new blade technologies for our customers today and tomorrow’stoughest sawing applications.”– Simonds Design Engineer“With Simonds, I know I can be assured that my customers will always have theright blade for their toughest applications. Simonds’ service and support gives mean edge over my competition.”– Simonds Distributor“Whether I need more production volume out of a blade or a better cut finish,I know that Simonds can give me the advantage that I need for increased profitabilityin my operation.”– Simonds Customer1-800-343-1616

Table of ContentsINTRODUCTIONSimonds — The Competitive Edge2BAND SELECTION MADE EASYCutting Considerations3BAND APPLICATIONS CROSS-REFERENCE CHARTChoose the Correct Blade4-5BANDSAW PRODUCTSSineWave Technology6-7CARBIDETriple ChipCarbide Set Tooth20 Negative Rake8910BI-METALX-51BroadBand BlockBuster SiClone IC EnduroDieBand Plus PalletBuster 1112-131415161718TMTMBANDSAW INFORMATIONAL PAGESCARBONRed T-EDGESIMOGRIT24POWER HACKSAWS25Blade TerminologyTooth Pitch PrimerBreak-in ProcedureSpeed and Feed ChartsTroubleshooting26-27282930-3132OTHER SIMONDS PRODUCTSwww.simondsinternational.com1

Simonds — The Competitive EdgeSIMONDS INTERNATIONAL has been in operation since1832, and is a leading global manufacturer and marketerof high quality industrial cutting tools. With over 800,000square feet of space dedicated to a network of factories,warehouses, distribution and welding centers in theUnited States, Canada, Germany, and the UnitedKingdom, customers can count on access to qualitySimonds products worldwide. To maintain and growbusiness globally and to serve our end usersefficiently, Simonds metal band products are brought to market through acomprehensive industrial distributor base — a long established partnership.Value-Added ExcellenceValue-added excellence is another Simonds’ hallmark. No matter where peopleuse Simonds, the brand name is renowned for quality and service. Our ongoingefforts to utilize the most advanced technology in research and development,engineering, and manufacturing processes mean our customers can continueto expect superior value from our products. In addition, Simonds employeesare dedicated to providing individualized attention to our customers througha network of field representatives and customer service representatives trainedin product knowledge.Tuition FREE TrainingSimonds world-famous Little Red Schoolhouse provides innovative, tuition-freetraining for our customers. The training center expands product knowledge andselling skills. At our cutting lab, attendees get hands-on experience in operatingand performing preventive maintenance programs on bandsaw machines. Thepreventive maintenance training and knowledge our customers receive paysdividends in the form of reduced machine down-time and blade expenditures.Simonds Territory Managers and Distributor Representatives are skilled in theuse of products. They are available to put their knowledge to use assistingend-users in their cutting applications.Guaranteed TrialAll Simonds products are guaranteed free of defect or your money back.The recommended trial blade from SIMONDS will outperform your currentproduct or our blade is free.21-800-343-1616

Band Selection Made EasyWhat is your sawing application?What is the material dimension?What is your sawing requirement – pieceson the floor, or blade life? Do you cut onething continuously or many over the life ofthe blade? Different operating conditionsand different expectations help determinewhat type of blade and what teeth per inch(TPI) is selected.Do you cut mostly one dimension ora wide variety of dimensions on aregular basis? Determine what yourmost common dimension is, then selectthe proper TPI for your bandsaw blade.Remember – “one blade fits all” is notalways the case – sometimes it is optimalto use more than one blade to cut awide range of materials.What is your material?The “toughness” of metal affects tool life.Material can look the same but vary greatlyin machinability, with one being much harderto cut than another. Material hardnessalso affects cutting performance, withannealed metals cutting more easily thanhardened metals.SOLIDSPLATETHICK WALL TUBEANGLE IRON BUNDLETHIN WALL TUBEPALLETI-BEAM/H-BEAMGATES & RISERSANGLE IRONTHIN SHEETSQUARE/ROUNDTUBE BUNDLESTACKED WOODWhat shape is the material?Work piece shape can affect cuttingperformance – structural materialsand small solids tend to be harder on abandsaw blade. Work piece positioningon the saw is another variable – try toposition the material so there is as littlecross-section dimensional variance aspossible across the blade’s path.www.simondsinternational.comWhat machine are you using?Different machine models are designedfor different cutting applications. Thecondition of the saw can affect its abilityto provide the results you desire. Consultyour saw’s Operator’s Manual to see ifyour saw is geared toward the applicationyou are attempting. If in doubt, callSimonds for a technical consultation.What is the best blade to use?Band quality varies widely dependingupon the blade type – carbon, bi-metal,or carbide tipped. They differ in theirability to resist the heat generated whilecutting and in their ability to resist the“shock” of entering and exiting the cut(a prime consideration when cuttingstructurals, pipe, and tubing). Generally,carbon bands are good for maintenanceshops, general purpose low volume cutting, or for cutting wood, plastics, andother non-ferrous materials. Bi-metalblades are the “everyday workhorse”,handling everything from simple metalcutting to production cutting of the superalloys. Carbide tipped blades excel cuttingthe super alloys and in applications wherehigh production rates and/or good surfacefinish is a requirement.3What is the correct TPI?Too few teeth in the cut maystraddle the work and breakteeth. Too many teeth cancause gullet overload andstrip teeth. Aim for a minimum of 3 teethand a maximum of 24 teeth in theworkpiece, with 6 to 12 teeth in theworkpiece optimum for most applications.Improve productivity!With Simonds! Rest assured that theSimonds blade you have chosen willgive you the best possible productivity.The results you get today will be thesame tomorrow, next month, next year!With Simonds, you have chosen the bestvalue for the money!

Band Applications Cross-Reference ChartSIMONDS BANDSAW BLADES CATEGORIES AND PRODUCT NAMESCARBIDETriple ChipCarbideSet Tooth20 NegativeRakeX-51 BroadBand BlockBuster SiClone IC Enduro page 8page 9page 10page 11page 12-13page 14page 15page 16Wood Carbon Graphite FiberglassNon-MetallicMaterialsMATERIALBI-METAL Non-FerrousMetals Cast Iron Brass Bronze Aluminum General PurposeCutting Structural Steel Carbon Steels Low Alloy Steels Med. Alloy Steels:Nickel/Moly/Chrome Silicon Steels Alloy Steels/Mold Steels Tool Steels/Die Steels Stainless Steels Nickel Base Alloys Titanium Alloys Induction HardenedCylinder Rod 41-800-343-1616

Band Applications Cross-Reference ChartSIMONDS BANDSAW BLADE CATEGORIES AND PRODUCT NAMESBI-METALCARBONGRIT-EDGEDieBand Plus PalletBuster Red StreakHardBackFlexBackWoodMaxFrictionSimoGritpage 17page 18page 19page 20page 21page 22page 23page 24 Wood Carbon Graphite Fiberglass Non-MetallicMaterialsNon-FerrousMetals Cast Iron Brass Bronze Aluminum General PurposeCutting Structural Steel Carbon Steels Low Alloy Steels Med. Alloy Steels:Nickel/Moly/Chrome Silicon Steels Alloy Steels/Mold Steels www.simondsinternational.com5Tool Steels/Die SteelsStainless Steels Nickel Base Alloys Titanium Alloys Induction HardenedCylinder RodMATERIAL

SineWave TechnologySpecial Applications TechnologyIMPROVED!SIMONDS application engineeredSineWave technology provides enhancedcutting ability, reducing work time, andincreasing blade life.d toerteine exac ds!gnreE ou ney ngticutSineWave technology features avalue-added broaching cutting action byutilizing ramps on the back edge of theblade. This technology exerts more forceinto the cut without having to increasemachine pressure.SineWave technology provides rampcustomization capabilities to optimizethe cutting performance of specificalloy cross sections.SineWave can be supplied on allM42 bi-metal and all carbide tippedbandsaw blades from 1” to 3-1/8”.SineWave is supplied only inwelded-to-length bands.CUTS SHAPESSimonds Bi-metal and Carbide Tipped bandsaw blades with SineWave technology areideal for use on difficult to cut steels such as high chrome, tool, die, stainless andnickel base. Your best solution for cutting titanium and other exotic metals.With self-feeding action, the band actually grows in width (see magnified back edgeview of the SineWave blade above), forcing each tooth to penetrate the work.VSSOELALSGGESProducts displayingthis icon are available withSineWave technology.S A F E T Y61-800-343-1616

SineWave TechnologyHow Does SineWave Work?SineWave AdvantagesSineWave technology from Simonds International provides an aggressive broachingaction in the cut, enhancing cutting ability, reducing work time and increasing blade life.It incorporates a series of “ramps” on the back edge of bandsaw blades, which allowsbandsaw machines to exert more force into a cut without increasing machine pressure.The “rocking” motion of SineWave ensures less tooth to work piece contact whichincreases penetration for faster cutting. Cuts work hardened materials30-40% faster. Can double blade life. Makes cutting rate more consistent.How Do I Order SineWave? Determine maximum cross-sectiondimension of all materials cut. Determine your required aggressiveness of the cutting action –light, moderate or aggressive. Call your Simonds sales personfor applications assistance.Ramp depth and length can be engineered to a customer’s specific cutting applications,operating parameters and production requirements to optimize performance across awide variety of materials. SineWave technology can be applied for light, moderate oraggressive cutting action.Supplied only in welded-to-length bands, Simonds SineWave technology is ideal forblades cutting high chrome, tool, die, stainless and nickel based steels. The technologyis a proven solution for cutting titanium and other exotic metals and can be used onalmost all bandsaw machines.SineWave Engineering Rocks!SineWaveSineWave’s rocking motion ensures better toothpenetration for faster cutting rates while allowing theblade to cut with less pressure, extending blade life Lighter Machine Pressure Reduced Sawblade Strain Faster Cutting Longer LifeActual SineWave finish on high nickel des