Product Description
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Milwaukee Rear Blade Guide Assembly
Model Number: 42-28-0211
The Milwaukee 42-28-0211 is a genuine OEM Rear Blade Guide Assembly replacement for Milwaukee portable band saws — the rear position blade guide component that works in conjunction with the front blade guide assembly to maintain accurate blade tracking, stable cutting plane alignment, and consistent cutting performance throughout the band saw's service life. The rear blade guide assembly provides lateral support and anti-twist constraint to the band saw blade behind the cutting point, working with the front guide assembly to prevent blade deflection, lateral wandering, and torsional twisting during cutting operations that would cause inaccurate cuts and premature blade fatigue. Band saw cutting accuracy depends on both guide assemblies functioning correctly — a worn rear guide assembly allows blade movement behind the cut that causes the blade to drift from the intended cut line even when the front guide is properly adjusted.
When the rear blade guide assembly's components wear — guide bearings developing play, guide blocks wearing to excessive clearance, or structural elements cracking — the blade develops increasing rear lateral movement that compromises cut accuracy and accelerates blade fatigue from the additional bending stress of unsupported blade operation. Replacing the worn assembly with a genuine Milwaukee OEM part restores the manufacturer-specified guide clearances and bearing tolerances for proper blade support at the rear position. When one blade guide assembly requires replacement, the other should also be inspected and replaced simultaneously if worn — both assemblies operate under comparable conditions and typically wear at similar rates. Always verify your specific Milwaukee band saw model and serial number at milwaukeetool.com before ordering, as blade guide specifications vary between band saw models.
Features
- Genuine Milwaukee OEM rear blade guide — correct clearances and tolerances for accurate cutting
- Provides rear lateral support and anti-twist constraint to band saw blade
- Works with front guide assembly for complete blade tracking and alignment
- Inspect and replace front and rear assemblies simultaneously when worn
- Verify band saw model and serial number compatibility before ordering
Specifications
- Type: Rear Blade Guide Assembly
- Compatible Tools: Milwaukee Portable Band Saws (verify model and serial number)
Includes
- (1) Milwaukee 42-28-0211 Rear Blade Guide Assembly
