Starrett 13691 Welded Bandsaw Blade 6-10 Tpi Bi-metal

Product Description

The STARRETT 13691 is a welded bi-metal bandsaw blade engineered for demanding metal-cutting applications in fabrication shops and industrial maintenance environments. Part of the Intenss PRO series, it measures 13 feet 6 inches in length, 1 inch wide, and 0.035 inches thick. The variable pitch tooth design ranging from 6 to 10 TPI reduces vibration and harmonics during cuts, improving surface finish and extending blade life. The high speed steel teeth are set in a raker pattern with a positive rake angle, delivering aggressive, efficient stock removal through ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Licensed HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical contractors as well as professional fabricators rely on blades of this caliber for structural steel, tubing, and bar stock cuts.

The STARRETT 13691 is suited for horizontal and vertical metal-cutting bandsaws that accept a 13 foot 6 inch blade. Its bi-metal construction pairs a flexible alloy steel back with high speed steel teeth, making it appropriate for production cutting of ferrous metals such as mild steel, stainless, and alloy steel, as well as non-ferrous materials including aluminum, copper, and brass. The variable pitch pattern makes it a practical choice across a range of cross-sections and wall thicknesses without requiring a blade change between jobs.

Key Features

• Variable pitch 6 to 10 TPI reduces vibration and chatter for smoother cuts and longer blade life
• High speed steel teeth bonded to a flexible alloy steel back via bi-metal construction
• Raker tooth set with positive rake angle for aggressive, consistent stock removal
• Straight tooth form optimized for contour-free, production-style straight cuts
• Compatible with ferrous metals and non-ferrous metals in a single blade configuration
• Welded construction provides a continuous loop ready to install on the saw

Compatibility

Designed as a direct-fit welded bandsaw blade for metal-cutting bandsaws that accept a 13 foot 6 inch blade length with a 1 inch blade width.

Installation Notes

A qualified maintenance technician or machinist should install bandsaw blades following the saw manufacturer's instructions. Power down and lock out the bandsaw at the main disconnect before opening the blade guard or handling the blade. Wear cut-resistant gloves when handling the coiled blade — the teeth are sharp and the blade can spring open unexpectedly. Verify blade tension and blade guide alignment after installation and before resuming cuts.