Starrett 10468 Welded Bandsaw Blade 18 Tpi Carbon Steel

Product Description

The STARRETT 10468 is a welded bandsaw blade from the Duratec SFB series, designed for continuous contour cutting on metal-cutting and general-purpose bandsaws. It measures 7 feet 9.5 inches in length and 0.125 inches wide, with a blade thickness of 0.025 inches. The 18 teeth-per-inch constant pitch configuration produces smooth, controlled cuts in thin-section materials. The blade is constructed entirely of carbon steel — both the blade body and tooth material — with a flexible back that absorbs the stress of continuous band travel. A raker tooth set with straight rake angle and straight tooth form makes it a reliable choice for repetitive cutting tasks across a range of workpiece materials. Licensed HVAC, plumbing, and electrical trades as well as fabrication shops rely on blades like this for precise, consistent results.

The STARRETT 10468 is suited for use on benchtop and floor-standing bandsaws with a compatible blade path of 7 feet 9.5 inches. Its material application range covers ferrous metals, non-ferrous metals, plastics, and plywood, making it a versatile blade for light fabrication, maintenance shops, and service environments where a single blade must handle varied stock. The 18 TPI constant pitch is best matched to thin-wall tubing, sheet stock, and small-section bar stock where a coarser pitch would produce rough edges or blade chatter.

Key Features

• Duratec SFB series carbon steel construction — blade body and teeth are both carbon steel for consistent performance on light metalcutting
• 18 TPI constant pitch for smooth cuts in thin-section ferrous metal, non-ferrous metal, plastic, and plywood
• Raker tooth set with straight tooth form reduces cutting forces and promotes chip clearance
• Flexible back type absorbs band stress and extends blade life during continuous operation
• Welded construction provides a continuous loop ready to install — no field welding required
• Contour cutting capable, suitable for curved and irregular cut paths

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-fit blade for bandsaws with a 7-foot 9.5-inch blade path capacity. Compatible material applications include ferrous metal, non-ferrous metal, plastic, and plywood per manufacturer specification.

Installation Notes

Bandsaw blade replacement should be performed by a qualified technician with the saw fully de-energized and the power source locked out before opening blade guards or tracking covers. Verify wheel diameter and blade path length against the saw manufacturer specifications before installing. Blade tension and tracking should be set according to the saw manufacturer guidelines for 0.125-inch-wide blades. Blade guides and thrust bearings should be inspected and adjusted after installing a new blade.