Muller 8% CO band saw blade has HSS-M42 cutting tips. The high wear resistance of the band saw blade results from the very hard and evenly distributed carbides in the tooth tips, formed during the hardening and tempering process. The martensitic structure of the tooth tips and the high cobalt content create excellent heat resistance and toughness reducing wear rates at high sawing speeds. With a high chromium backing, the saw blade can withstand the consider- able flexing stresses, tension and blade guide pressure.

The hook tooth has a positive cutting angle of 10°. This tooth form is particularly suitable for cutting solid, thick-walled tubes and all higher-grade alloy material.