Starrett 15399 Welded Bandsaw Blade 10-14 Tpi Bi-metal

Product Description

The STARRETT 15399 is a welded bi-metal bandsaw blade designed for demanding metal-cutting applications in professional shop and fabrication environments. Part of the Intenss PRO-DIE series, it measures 7 feet 9 inches in length, 1/2 inch in width, and 0.035 inches in thickness. The blade features a variable pitch of 10 to 14 TPI with a raker tooth set and positive rake angle, using M42 high speed steel teeth bonded to a flexible back. This combination handles interrupted cuts and harder materials while extending blade life under continuous production use. Licensed machinists, fabricators, and maintenance technicians are the primary installers.

This blade is suited for contour cutting on vertical bandsaws in both job-shop and production settings. The variable pitch reduces harmonic vibration during the cut, which is especially useful when sawing steel, stainless steel, exotic steel alloys, and non-ferrous metals. The flexible back construction allows the blade to run on standard bandsaw wheel configurations without premature fatigue cracking at the weld joint. It ships as a single welded loop ready to install.

Key Features

• Variable 10-14 TPI pitch reduces vibration and improves surface finish on metal cuts
• M42 high speed steel teeth deliver extended cutting life on stainless and exotic steel
• Raker tooth set with positive rake angle for aggressive, efficient chip removal
• Flexible back construction resists fatigue cracking during continuous operation
• Pre-welded loop eliminates the need for on-site blade joining
• Rated for contour cutting on ferrous and non-ferrous materials

Compatibility

Designed for use on vertical bandsaws accepting a 7 feet 9 inches blade loop with a 1/2 inch blade width. Suitable for cutting steel, stainless steel, exotic steel, and non-ferrous metals. Verify wheel diameter and guide spacing on the host machine before installation.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified machinist or fabricator following the bandsaw manufacturer's blade-change procedure. Disconnect and lock out power to the saw before opening the blade guards or handling the blade. Wear cut-resistant gloves when uncoiling and seating the blade on the wheels. Confirm proper blade tension and tracking before resuming cuts, and inspect the weld joint visually before first use.