Product Description
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Milwaukee Blade Tension Bar Assembly
Model Number: 42-18-2429
The Milwaukee 42-18-2429 is a genuine OEM Blade Tension Bar Assembly for compatible Milwaukee Band Saws — a tension bar assembly that applies and maintains the correct blade tension in the band saw's blade tensioning system for proper blade tracking, straight cutting, and safe blade retention throughout the saw's operating speed range. The blade tension bar is the spring-loaded or screw-actuated component that stretches the band saw blade to the manufacturer-specified tension — correct blade tension keeps the blade tracking straight on the wheels, maintains the blade's cutting stability under the lateral forces of cutting wood or metal, and prevents the blade from deflecting or twisting during the cut that would result in inaccurate cuts and potential blade derailment. When the tension bar assembly fatigues, loses its spring tension, or is physically damaged, the saw cannot maintain correct blade tension and the blade will track poorly or derail during cutting operations.
Using a genuine Milwaukee OEM tension bar assembly ensures the correct spring rate, travel range, and mounting geometry for the specific Milwaukee band saw model — an assembly with incorrect spring rate would either over-tension or under-tension the blade, both of which produce poor cutting performance and accelerated blade wear. Always verify your specific Milwaukee band saw model number and serial number at milwaukeetool.com before ordering tension bar assembly service components.
Features
- Genuine Milwaukee OEM tension bar assembly for compatible Milwaukee band saws
- Maintains correct blade tension for straight tracking and stable cutting
- Replace when tension bar fatigues, loses spring force, or blade tracks poorly
- Correct spring rate critical — incorrect tension causes poor cuts and blade derailment
- Verify Milwaukee band saw model and serial number before ordering
Specifications
- Type: Blade Tension Bar Assembly
- Compatible Tools: Milwaukee Band Saws (verify model and serial number)
Includes
- Milwaukee 42-18-2429 Blade Tension Bar Assembly components
