Starrett 00072 Welded Bandsaw Blade 80in 4 Tpi Carbon Steel

Product Description

The STARRETT 00072 is a welded carbon steel bandsaw blade from the Duratec SFB series, designed for continuous-loop installation on stationary bandsaw machines. It measures 80 inches in length and 0.5 inches in width, with a blade thickness of 0.025 inches. The blade runs a constant 4 teeth per inch (TPI) skip tooth form with a raker set and straight rake angle, a geometry suited for general-purpose resawing and contour work. The flexible back type allows smooth tracking through bandsaw wheel sets. Carbon steel construction throughout the tooth and body keeps the blade cost-effective for shops cutting a variety of materials at moderate feed rates.

This blade is suited for light-industrial and shop environments where operators are cutting ferrous metals, non-ferrous metals, plastics, and plywood on horizontal or vertical bandsaws. The skip tooth form clears chips effectively in softer materials like plastic and plywood, while the raker set handles interrupted cuts in metal stock. At 80 inches, it fits mid-size benchtop and floor-standing bandsaw machines commonly found in HVAC fabrication shops, plumbing supply houses, and general metalworking environments. Installation is performed by machinists, fabricators, and experienced tradespeople familiar with bandsaw tensioning and tracking procedures.

Key Features

• Duratec SFB series carbon steel construction for both blade body and tooth material
• 4 TPI constant pitch with skip tooth form for efficient chip clearance in soft and medium-density materials
• Raker tooth set with straight rake angle for balanced cutting in ferrous and non-ferrous metals
• Flexible back type promotes smooth tracking and reduces fatigue cracking through bandsaw wheels
• Contour cutting capable for curved and irregular cut profiles
• Compatible with ferrous metal, non-ferrous metal, plastic, and plywood applications

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or aftermarket welded bandsaw blade for stationary bandsaw machines accepting an 80-inch blade loop with 0.5-inch blade width. Confirmed material applications include ferrous metal, non-ferrous metal, plastic, and plywood.

Installation Notes

Bandsaw blade replacement should be performed by a qualified operator or machinist following the machine manufacturer's tensioning and tracking procedures. Disconnect and lock out power to the bandsaw before removing the old blade or installing the new one. Use appropriate blade guides and thrust bearings to support the blade width and thickness during operation. Follow applicable shop safety codes and wear cut-resistant gloves when handling the blade loop.