Starrett 10478 Welded Bandsaw Blade 18 Tpi Carbon Steel

Product Description

The STARRETT 10478 is a welded bandsaw blade from the Duratec SFB series, designed for continuous contour cutting in metalworking and light fabrication environments. It measures 7 feet 9.5 inches in length and 0.25 inches wide, with a blade thickness of 0.025 inches. The blade is constructed entirely of carbon steel, including both the back and tooth material, and features a constant-pitch configuration at 18 teeth per inch. A raker tooth set with straight tooth form and straight rake angle delivers consistent chip evacuation across a range of materials. Licensed tradespeople and skilled fabricators working with bandsaws in shop environments are the primary installers and users of this blade.

This blade is suited for cutting ferrous metal, non-ferrous metal, plastic, and plywood. The flexible back construction allows it to track smoothly on standard bandsaw wheels without excessive stress during contour and straight cuts alike. At 18 TPI and constant pitch, it performs best on thin-to-medium stock where a fine, controlled cut is needed. It is appropriate for use in light industrial shops, maintenance facilities, and trade apprenticeship environments where a general-purpose bandsaw blade is required.

Key Features

• Duratec SFB series construction for reliable general-purpose bandsaw performance
• 18 TPI constant-pitch tooth pattern for consistent, fine cuts on thin-to-medium stock
• Raker tooth set with straight tooth form and straight rake angle for efficient chip clearing
• Carbon steel blade and tooth material throughout for cost-effective cutting of varied materials
• Flexible back design reduces blade fatigue during contour cutting
• Compatible with ferrous metal, non-ferrous metal, plastic, and plywood applications

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-fit welded bandsaw blade for standard bandsaw machines accepting a 0.25-inch wide blade in the 7-foot 9.5-inch length format.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified technician with the bandsaw fully powered down and unplugged before blade removal or replacement. Verify wheel diameter, blade guides, and blade tension specifications on the host machine before installing. Blade tracking and tension should be adjusted according to the machine manufacturer's guidelines before resuming operation. Gloves and eye protection are recommended when handling bandsaw blades.