DEWALT Portable Band Saw Blade Set DW3982C 32 7/8 Inch 3 Pack Tool (14 TPI BiMetal 8 Percent Cobalt Matrix II Steel Strut Conduit Pipe Slicing)

DEWALT DW3982C 32-7/8" 14 TPI Matrix II Cobalt Portable Band Saw Blades (3-Pack)

The DEWALT DW3982C 32-7/8-inch 14 TPI bi-metal portable band saw blade cuts galvanized steel strut channels, slices intermediate and rigid metal conduit, sections threaded all-thread rods, and trims black iron pipe without premature tooth stripping. Featuring a Matrix II high-speed steel cutting edge alloyed with 8% cobalt and heat-treated to an Rc 65-67 tooth hardness, this industrial cutting band delivers exceptional thermal resistance and extended edge retention across medium and thick metal stock. Outfitted with an ultra-flexible spring alloy steel backing strip measuring 0.020 inches thick by 0.5 inches wide to withstand continuous wheel tension and resist fatigue fracture, this 3-pack equips commercial electricians, mechanical pipefitters, and structural ironworkers with straight, burr-free cuts across corded and cordless compact portable band saws.

Best Used For:

• Electrical Raceway and Conduit Sectioning: Slicing square, clean cuts on 1/2-inch to 2-inch EMT, IMC, and rigid steel electrical conduit raceways without leaving sharp edge burrs.
• Mechanical Strut Channel and All-Thread Fabrication: Cutting 1-5/8-inch Unistrut channels and 3/8-inch to 5/8-inch zinc-plated threaded hanging rods with thread-preserving accuracy.
• Structural Pipe and Metal Framing Installs: Sectioning schedule 40 steel gas pipe, rectangular steel tubing, and heavy-gauge metal studs on commercial construction sites.

Key Performance & Safety Features

• 8% Cobalt Matrix II High-Speed Steel Edge: Premium electron-beam welded tooth strip withstands extreme friction temperatures and prevents rapid tooth dulling during continuous cutting.
• Rc 65-67 Precision Tooth Hardness: Specially hardened tooth tips deliver superior abrasion resistance and clean chip formation in tough structural metals.
• Fatigue-Resistant Alloy Backing: High-flexibility spring steel body absorbs cyclical bending stresses over guide rollers to prevent premature blade cracking and band breakage.
• Optimized 14 TPI Pitch Configuration: Provides an ideal tooth balance for smooth feed rates and chatter-free cutting across thick, medium, and thin structural materials.
• 0.020-Inch Thin Kerf Profile: Reduces cutting resistance and motor strain to maximize battery life on cordless portable band saws.
• Compact Band Saw Compatibility: Engineered specifically for standard 32-7/8-inch compact corded and cordless portable band saw models across major tool brands.

What's Included

• (3) DEWALT DW3982C 32-7/8" x 1/2" x .020" 14 TPI Matrix II Cobalt Portable Band Saw Blades

Technical Specifications

Pro-Tip: When cutting hollow metal strut channels or thin-wall conduit with a portable band saw, keep at least three consecutive teeth in contact with the workpiece wall at all times and let the tool's weight guide the cut to avoid tooth stripping.