Starrett 15986 Welded Bandsaw Blade 93in 14 Tpi Carbon Steel

Product Description

The STARRETT 15986 is a welded bandsaw blade from the Duratec SFB series, designed for continuous loop cutting on stationary band saw machines. The blade measures 93 inches in length and 0.125 inches in width, with a thickness of 0.025 inches. It features a 14 TPI constant pitch tooth pattern with a raker set and straight tooth form, making it well suited for controlled, consistent cuts through a range of materials. The blade body is flexible carbon steel, and the teeth are also carbon steel. It is sold individually and is a standard replacement or new-install blade for professional and shop use.

This blade is intended for contour cutting applications in metalworking and fabrication environments. Its material application range includes ferrous metal, non-ferrous metal, plastic, and plywood, making it versatile across maintenance, repair, and production settings. Licensed machinists, fabricators, and maintenance technicians are the primary installers. The constant pitch and raker tooth set deliver steady chip removal and predictable feed rates across these materials.

Key Features

• 93-inch welded loop length fits standard 7 foot 9 inch band saw configurations
• 14 TPI constant pitch for consistent cut quality and chip clearance
• Raker tooth set reduces blade deflection and improves cut straightness
• Flexible carbon steel back resists fatigue under continuous band saw operation
• Straight tooth rake angle suits general-purpose cutting across multiple materials
• Rated for ferrous metal, non-ferrous metal, plastic, and plywood

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-fit blade for band saw machines requiring a 93-inch welded loop blade with a 0.125-inch width and 0.025-inch thickness.

Installation Notes

Band saw blade replacement should be performed by a qualified technician or machinist with the machine fully powered off and disconnected from its power source before beginning work. Blade tension and tracking should be set per the band saw manufacturer specifications after installation. Wear cut-resistant gloves when handling the blade, as the teeth and welded joint present laceration hazards. Verify wheel diameter and blade guide clearance before operating the machine.