Starrett 16267 Welded Bandsaw Blade 10-14 Tpi Bi-metal

Product Description

The STARRETT 16267 is a welded bi-metal bandsaw blade engineered for cutting structural steel and similar ferrous materials. Part of the Versatix MP series, it features an M42 high speed steel tooth edge bonded to a flexible alloy steel back. The blade runs at 189 inches in total length and 3/4 inch wide with a 0.035-inch thickness. A variable pitch of 10 to 14 TPI reduces harmonic vibration during the cut, improving blade life and surface finish on structural sections. Licensed metal-cutting technicians and millwrights will find this blade suited for production and maintenance bandsaw work.

This blade is intended for metal-cutting vertical and horizontal bandsaws used in structural steel fabrication, maintenance shops, and metalworking facilities. The variable 10-14 TPI pitch pattern handles varying cross-sections common in angle iron, channel, tube, and structural beam stock. The raker tooth set and positive rake angle promote aggressive chip clearance without loading the gullets on thick-walled material. It is sized for machines that accept a 189-inch blade loop.

Key Features

• M42 high speed steel teeth bonded to a flexible alloy back for extended edge life on structural steel
• Variable 10-14 TPI pitch reduces vibration and chatter across varying material cross-sections
• Raker tooth set with positive rake angle promotes efficient chip evacuation
• 0.035-inch blade thickness suits standard metal-cutting bandsaw wheel geometry
• 3/4-inch width provides lateral stability for straight contour-free cuts
• Factory-welded loop eliminates field brazing and ensures consistent joint strength

Compatibility

Designed for metal-cutting bandsaws that accept a 189-inch blade loop in 3/4-inch width. Rated for structural steel applications per the Versatix MP series application guidelines provided by the manufacturer.

Installation Notes

Blade installation should be performed by a qualified machinist or maintenance technician with the bandsaw fully de-energized and locked out per OSHA lockout/tagout procedures. Verify wheel diameter, blade guide spacing, and wheel crown profile match the 3/4-inch blade width before tensioning. Do not exceed the bandsaw manufacturer's specified blade tension for this width and thickness. Inspect blade guides and thrust bearings for wear before mounting a new blade to avoid premature tooth damage.