Break-in procedure

Like all cutting tools, ARNTZ Band Saw Blades must be run in correctly. This guarantees maximum service life and saves tool and set-up costs. The particularly sharp tooth tips should not be fully loaded at the start of cutting. Premature overloading can lead to chipping of the tooth tips. Correct break-in ensures optimum rounding of the cutting edges.

Starting feed should be half of final feed rate at the recommended cutting speed for the first 300 – 500 cm2 cutting surface. After that, feed rate should be gradually increased to the maximum cutting rate. In case vibrations or noises should occur at the beginning of the cutting operation, the cutting speed should be slightly adjusted.