Starrett 12382 Welded Bandsaw Blade 6 Tpi Carbon Steel

Product Description

The STARRETT 12382 is a welded carbon steel bandsaw blade from the Duratec SFB series, designed for contour cutting on stationary band saw machines. It measures 150 inches long and 0.25 inches wide with a blade thickness of 0.025 inches. The blade runs a constant pitch of 6 teeth per inch, a skip tooth form, and a raker tooth set, delivering controlled chip clearance and consistent cut quality. Licensed tradespeople and skilled fabricators working with ferrous metals, non-ferrous metals, plastics, and plywood will find this blade suited to general-purpose contour work across those materials.

This blade is built for use in shop environments where a 150-inch welded bandsaw blade is required. The skip tooth geometry reduces clogging on softer materials like plastic and plywood, while the raker set maintains aggression on ferrous and non-ferrous metals. The Duratec SFB series targets production and maintenance shop applications where consistent cut finish matters. Installation is a single-blade operation on compatible stationary band saws accepting a 150-inch blade loop in 0.25-inch width.

Key Features

• 150-inch welded loop — no field splicing required
• Carbon steel blade and tooth material for general-purpose cutting
• Skip tooth form with raker set for efficient chip clearance
• Constant 6 TPI pitch for consistent feed rate across material types
• Flexible back type for smooth tracking on bandsaw wheels
• Rated for ferrous metal, non-ferrous metal, plastic, and plywood

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or aftermarket blade for stationary band saws that accept a 150-inch welded blade loop in 0.25-inch width with 0.025-inch blade thickness.

Installation Notes

Bandsaw blade changes should be performed by a qualified technician with the machine fully powered down and the blade tension released before removal. Wear cut-resistant gloves when handling the blade loop, as the toothed edge presents a laceration hazard. Verify wheel diameter and throat capacity on the saw before installing to confirm the 150-inch loop length is correct for the machine. Follow the saw manufacturer guidelines for blade tension, tracking adjustment, and blade guard reinstallation before returning the unit to service.