Starrett 00074 Welded Bandsaw Blade 14 Tpi Carbon Steel

Product Description

The STARRETT 00074 is a welded carbon steel bandsaw blade from the Duratec SFB series, designed for continuous cutting on metal-cutting and general-purpose band saws. At 9 feet 9 inches long and 0.032 inches thick, this blade installs on machines with a matching wheel-to-wheel dimension. The 3/4-inch width and 14 teeth per inch (TPI) constant-pitch configuration deliver consistent, controlled cuts in ferrous metal, non-ferrous metal, plastic, and plywood. The raker tooth set with straight tooth form reduces blade deflection and helps maintain a straight cut path. Licensed HVAC, plumbing, and electrical trades as well as fabrication shops rely on blades like this for cutting pipe, conduit, and sheet stock.

The 00074 is suited for vertical or horizontal band saw applications in residential and commercial trade shops. Its flexible back construction allows the blade to conform to the wheel profile without stress cracking during continuous operation. The straight tooth rake angle keeps the blade tracking true at moderate feed rates. Applications include cross-cutting and rip-cutting ferrous pipe and tubing, non-ferrous copper and aluminum stock, PVC and CPVC plastic pipe, and sheet plywood — making it a practical blade for multi-trade service shops that run a single band saw across material types.

Key Features

• Duratec SFB series carbon steel blade with flexible back construction for extended wheel life
• 14 TPI constant-pitch pattern for consistent chip load in thin to medium stock
• Raker tooth set with straight tooth form reduces lateral drift and vibration
• Continuous cutting edge style — no weld interruptions along the cutting face
• Rated for ferrous metal, non-ferrous metal, plastic, and plywood applications
• Welded loop construction at 9 feet 9 inches for a secure, fatigue-resistant joint

Compatibility

Designed as a direct-fit replacement blade for band saws requiring a 9-foot 9-inch blade loop, 3/4-inch blade width, and 0.032-inch blade thickness. Verify wheel-to-wheel distance, blade width capacity, and blade guide clearance on the specific saw before installation.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified technician familiar with band saw blade tensioning and tracking procedures. Disconnect and lock out power to the saw before opening the wheel guards or handling the blade. Wear cut-resistant gloves when uncoiling or installing the blade — the teeth present a laceration hazard. Do not exceed the blade manufacturer's rated wheel diameter or tension range, and confirm blade guides are set to the correct width before powering the machine on.