Chromium-alloyed carbon steel strip with 30%+ wear improvement over plain carbon grades. Precision hardened 47–52 HRC for consistent tooth performance.
Get Quote for 75Cr1 View Specs ↓75Cr1 is the workhorse grade for wood band saw blades worldwide. The addition of chromium forms fine chromium carbides that significantly improve wear resistance and hardness consistency compared to plain carbon alternatives like 65Mn.
Extra-wide coils up to 260 mm available for large band knife and wide blade applications. Hardness range 44–52 HRC per EN 10132-4; our standard production targets 47–52 HRC for optimal tooth durability.
75Cr1 adds 0.30–0.40% chromium to a 0.70–0.80% carbon base. The chromium forms fine Cr₃C₂ carbides that improve wear resistance by 30%+ compared to plain carbon steels.
| C % | Si % | Mn % | Cr % | Ni % | Mo % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.70–0.80 | 0.25–0.50 | 0.60–0.80 | 0.30–0.40 | — | — |
Precision cold-rolled to EN 10132-4 tolerance classes. Standard supply at T2–T3 class; tighter tolerances available on request.
| Thickness (mm) | T1 | T2 | T3 | T4 | T5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.020–0.040 | ±0.002 | ±0.003 | ±0.004 | ±0.005 | ±0.008 |
| 0.040–0.080 | ±0.003 | ±0.004 | ±0.006 | ±0.008 | ±0.012 |
| 0.080–0.150 | ±0.004 | ±0.006 | ±0.008 | ±0.012 | ±0.018 |
| 0.150–0.300 | ±0.005 | ±0.008 | ±0.012 | ±0.016 | ±0.024 |
| 0.300–0.600 | ±0.008 | ±0.012 | ±0.016 | ±0.024 | ±0.035 |
| 0.600–1.000 | ±0.010 | ±0.016 | ±0.022 | ±0.030 | ±0.040 |
| 1.000–1.600 | ±0.014 | ±0.020 | ±0.028 | ±0.036 | ±0.050 |
| 1.600–2.500 | ±0.018 | ±0.026 | ±0.035 | ±0.045 | ±0.060 |
| Width (mm) | W1 | W2 | W3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ≤ 25 | ±0.05 | ±0.10 | ±0.15 |
| 25–50 | ±0.08 | ±0.15 | ±0.25 |
| 50–100 | ±0.10 | ±0.20 | ±0.35 |
| 100–200 | ±0.15 | ±0.30 | ±0.50 |
| 200–300 | ±0.20 | ±0.40 | ±0.60 |
The go-to grade for applications demanding consistent wear resistance in wood and soft-material cutting.
The industry standard for carbon band saw blades. Chromium carbides extend tooth life in hardwood and softwood cutting. Used by major blade manufacturers worldwide. Use our TPI calculator to match tooth count to your material.
Meat and bone cutting bands benefit from the consistent hardness profile. Clean tooth edges maintain hygiene standards. Available with food-safe surface finish.
Continuous loop knives for foam, rubber, and textile cutting. The 0.15–2.50mm thickness range covers most small-to-medium band knife specifications.
75Cr1 outperforms plain carbon 65Mn on every metric that matters for blade longevity. 65Mn wins only on raw material cost.
Verdict: 65Mn is cheaper per kg, but 75Cr1 delivers significantly longer blade life. For any application where blade replacement cost or downtime matters, 75Cr1 is the clear winner. Read our full 75Cr1 vs 65Mn comparison for total cost of ownership data.
Factory direct with in-house heat treatment. Consistent batch quality with full mill certs.
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