Starrett 12780 Welded Bandsaw Blade 18 Tpi Carbon Steel

Product Description

The STARRETT 12780 is a welded bandsaw blade from the Duratec SFB series, designed for continuous contour cutting in metal fabrication and industrial shop environments. The blade measures 150 inches in length and 0.5 inches in width, with a thickness of 0.025 inches. It runs an 18 TPI constant pitch with a wavy tooth set and straight tooth form, making it effective for clean cuts through thin-walled and solid stock. Both the blade body and teeth are carbon steel. This blade is installed by machinists, fabricators, and maintenance technicians on horizontal and vertical band saws.

The STARRETT 12780 is suited for cutting ferrous metal, non-ferrous metal, plastic, and plywood. The constant pitch and wavy tooth set make it a practical choice for production cutting of consistent cross-section stock. Its flexible back type allows the blade to track properly on standard bandsaw wheel configurations. This blade is a solid fit for light manufacturing, maintenance shops, and fabrication environments where a single blade needs to handle a range of materials across different job setups.

Key Features

• 18 TPI constant pitch for consistent chip load on ferrous and non-ferrous metal
• Wavy tooth set reduces vibration and extends blade life on thin-section cuts
• Carbon steel blade and tooth material suitable for general-purpose cutting applications
• Flexible back type supports proper tracking on standard bandsaw wheels
• Contour cutting capability allows curved and irregular cut paths
• Duratec SFB series construction for reliable performance in shop environments

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-fit bandsaw blade for horizontal and vertical bandsaws accepting a 150-inch blade length and 0.5-inch blade width. Rated for cutting 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 machine fully powered down and locked out per OSHA lockout/tagout procedures. Verify wheel diameter and blade length compatibility before mounting. Wear cut-resistant gloves when handling uninstalled blades. Set blade tension and tracking per the bandsaw manufacturer specifications before resuming operation.