Starrett 14428 Welded Bandsaw Blade 6-10 Tpi Bi-metal

Product Description

The STARRETT 14428 is a welded bi-metal bandsaw blade from the Intenss PRO series, designed for continuous-loop operation on stationary vertical and horizontal bandsaws. Measuring 12 feet 4 inches in length, 1 inch wide, and 0.035 inches thick, it combines a flexible alloy steel back with high speed steel teeth for durability across demanding cut cycles. The variable pitch configuration runs 6 to 10 TPI, reducing harmonic vibration and chatter during cuts through varying cross-sections. It is sized and specified for professional metalworking shops and maintenance facilities where consistent performance on ferrous and non-ferrous stock is required.

The 14428 is suited for production cutting of ferrous metals and non-ferrous metals including structural steel, aluminum, copper, and similar stock. The raker tooth set and positive rake angle promote aggressive chip clearance, making this blade a practical fit for high-volume cutting operations in machine shops, fabrication shops, and industrial maintenance environments. The straight tooth form combined with the variable pitch pattern handles both solid bar stock and structural profiles without tooth stripping.

Key Features

• Bi-metal construction — flexible alloy steel back bonded to high speed steel teeth for extended blade life
• Variable pitch 6 to 10 TPI reduces vibration and chatter during cuts through irregular or varying cross-sections
• Raker tooth set with positive rake angle for efficient chip evacuation and clean cuts
• Straight tooth form compatible with solid bar, structural shapes, and non-ferrous profiles
• Pre-welded loop — no field welding required, ready to install on compatible machines
• Rated for both ferrous metal and non-ferrous metal applications

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or upgrade blade for stationary bandsaws accepting a 12 feet 4 inch loop length and 1 inch blade width. Verify your machine's wheel diameter and blade guide clearance before installation.

Installation Notes

Blade installation should be performed by a qualified technician familiar with bandsaw equipment. Power down and lockout the machine before removing the existing blade or installing a new one. Wear cut-resistant gloves when handling coiled or uncoiled bandsaw blades. Set blade tension and guide clearance according to the bandsaw manufacturer's specifications before returning the machine to service.