Regardless of the type of steel you are working with, the Saw Blade Speed and Feed Chart can help you determine the correct blade speed and cutting rate for your cutting operation. Its easy-to-read format and wide range of metal options make it a useful resource for shops around the nation.
Have you tried our online wizard - the Speed and Feed Calculator?
BAND SPEED AND RECOMMEND CUTTING RATES FOR BI-METAL SAWING APPLICATIONS
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The Band Saw Blade Speed and Feed Chart is divided primarily by material size: Up to one inch, one to three inches, three to six inches, and over six inches. Below the material size is the suggested tooth pitch for that material size. Beneath tooth pitch, the chart lists the blade speed and cutting rate for each type of material size. Each column of blade speeds and cutting rates is arranged by row according to material type. Each material category has its own varieties listed beneath it. Metal categories include a vast range of steels, nickel and titanium alloys, copper, and pure titanium. |
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Material Size |
Up to 1" |
From 1" to 3" |
From 3" to 6" |
Over 6" |
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Suggested tooth pitch |
10/14, 8/12 |
8/12, 6/10, 5/8 |
5/8, 4/6, 3/4 |
3/4, 2/3, 1.5/1.9, 1.1/1.4 |
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Blade Speed |
Cutting Rate |
Blade Speed |
Cutting Rate |
Blade Speed |
Cutting Rate |
Blade Speed |
Cutting Rate |
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(SFPM) |
(SIPM) |
(SFPM) |
(SIPM) |
(SFPM) |
(SIPM) |
(SFPM) |
(SIPM) |
Carbon Steel: |
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1008-1013 |
250 |
8-10 |
275 |
9-12 |
280 |
12-15 |
250 |
9-12 |
1015-1018 |
250 |
8-10 |
275 |
9-12 |
250 |
12-15 |
230 |
12-15 |
1048-1065 |
200 |
5-7 |
200 |
5-7 |
175 |
5-10 |
150 |
5-10 |
1065-1095 |
200 |
4-6 |
200 |
5-7 |
150 |
6-8 |
120 |
6-8 |
Free Machining Steels |
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1108-1111 |
300 |
9-11 |
330 |
12-14 |
275 |
13-15 |
220 |
11-14 |
1112-1113 |
300 |
8-11 |
330 |
11-13 |
275 |
12-15 |
220 |
12-15 |
1115-1132 |
300 |
7-10 |
330 |
10-13 |
275 |
13-16 |
220 |
11-14 |
1137-1151 |
275 |
6-8 |
250 |
8-10 |
250 |
8-11 |
200 |
7-10 |
1212-1213 |
300 |
8-10 |
320 |
11-13 |
300 |
13-15 |
255 |
11-14 |
Manganese Steels: |
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1320-1330 |
250 |
5-7 |
250 |
5-8 |
200 |
8-11 |
175 |
7-10 |
1335-1345 |
250 |
5-7 |
225 |
5-7 |
200 |
7-9 |
175 |
5-8 |
Remember that while this chart is a practical asset to your workshop, there are a lot of factors it doesn't take into account. The state of your band saw machine, for example, is essential to making accurate, successful cuts: Be sure that it's properly maintained to achieve the premium results. Experienced band saw machine operators are also crucial to attaining the best outcome.
If you have any questions about blade speed and cutting rate, please don’t hesitate to call Sawblade.com at 800-745-6920. Our experienced customer service professionals are ready to take your call.
