Bandsaw Blade Product Guide

HARD BACK

Century’s® Hard Back Bandsaw Blades are engineered for heavy feed-pressure applications where strength and stability matter most. The reinforced back edge helps prevent mushrooming against the thrust bearing, delivering improved blade life and consistent tracking.

Designed for horizontal metal-cutting saws, this blade is ideal for production cutting of machine metals and similar materials at slower cutting speeds.

Fits the following saws:

Acra 4″ × 6″, Amrox 4″ × 6″, Delta® 20-330 Horizontal/Vertical, Jet® H/VBS461, Shopmaster® 5B1400, Skilsaw® 1040 & 1042H, Continental® 45M, Ohio Forge® 510-505, Builders Square®, Shopcraft® T7070, Emerson® 10-1455 & 101451, Ridgid® 945, Duracraft® 21348, Sears Craftsman® 4-1/2″ Dry Cut, and most imported and domestic models.

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Safety First

• Always wear ANSI-approved safety goggles or a face shield during operation.
• Wear gloves and eye protection when handling or installing the blade.
• Use push sticks when cutting; keep hands and fingers always clear of the blade.
• Set the upper blade guides just above the workpiece.
• Do not exceed the recommended SFM (surface feet per minute). Refer to your saw’s operator manual.SFM = RPM × wheel circumference.

Blade Installation

1. Disconnect power by unplugging the saw.
2. Release blade tension on the upper wheel and back off all blade guides.
3. Install the blade around the wheels, ensuring correct blade direction.
4. Apply tension until the blade remains securely seated on the wheels.
5. Manually rotate the wheels while adjusting wheel tilt to track the blade in the center of the rim.
6. Adjust the blade guides in the following order:
   • Thrust bearings (upper and lower)
   • Side guides
7. Use a square to confirm proper blade alignment.
8. Insert a piece of white paper between the blade and side guides to maintain proper clearance.
9. Never track the blade with the motor running or with guards removed.