Starrett 16231 Welded Bandsaw Blade 93in 10 Tpi Bi-metal

Product Description

The STARRETT 16231 is a welded bi-metal bandsaw blade designed for continuous cutting applications on metal-cutting band saws. Measuring 93 inches in length and 0.5 inches wide, this blade runs at a constant 10 teeth per inch pitch with a raker tooth set pattern. The cutting edge is straight-tooth form with a straight rake angle. The back material is flexible, making it well suited to contour cutting operations where blade flex and fatigue resistance matter. High speed steel teeth are electron-beam welded to a flexible alloy steel back, which is the standard construction for bi-metal blades used in production and maintenance cutting environments. Licensed trades and maintenance technicians are the primary installers.

This blade is intended for use on horizontal and vertical metal-cutting band saws with a 93-inch blade capacity. Rated for cutting steel, ferrous metals, and aluminum, it fits common production and job-shop scenarios where a single blade must handle mixed stock. The 10 TPI constant pitch suits solid bar and structural sections in the light-to-medium range. The Univerz series designation indicates a general-purpose bi-metal specification appropriate for shops cutting varied material types without changing blades between jobs.

Key Features

• Bi-metal construction with high speed steel teeth bonded to a flexible alloy back for extended tooth life
• 10 TPI constant pitch optimized for solid bar, structural, and mixed ferrous and non-ferrous stock
• Raker tooth set for efficient chip clearance and straight cutting in metal stock
• Flexible back type supports contour cutting and reduces blade fatigue on radius cuts
• Straight tooth form and straight rake angle for consistent, repeatable cuts across material types
• Rated for steel, ferrous metal, and aluminum without blade changeover

Compatibility

Designed as a welded replacement blade for metal-cutting band saws requiring a 93-inch bi-metal blade with a 0.5-inch width and 10 TPI constant pitch. Compatible material applications include steel, ferrous metal, and aluminum as specified by the manufacturer.

Installation Notes

Blade installation should be performed by a qualified technician with the band saw powered off and locked out per OSHA lockout/tagout procedures. Verify blade tension and tracking adjustment per the saw manufacturer specifications before resuming operation. Gloves and eye protection are required when handling and coiling bandsaw blades. Inspect blade welds and tooth set before installation and do not operate a blade showing cracks, missing teeth, or weld separation.