Starrett 16302 Welded Bandsaw Blade 6-10 Tpi Bi-metal

Product Description

The STARRETT 16302 is a welded bi-metal bandsaw blade from the Intenss PRO series, designed for professional metal-cutting applications in trade and industrial environments. The blade measures 8 feet 2.5 inches in length and 0.75 inches in width, with a thickness of 0.035 inches. It features a variable pitch tooth pattern ranging from 6 to 10 TPI, which reduces harmonic vibration and improves cut quality across a range of material thicknesses. The high speed steel teeth are ground to a raker set with a positive rake angle and straight tooth form. HVAC technicians, pipefitters, plumbers, and maintenance machinists commonly use blades of this type for cutting ferrous and non-ferrous metals on vertical or horizontal bandsaws.

The 16302 is suited for cutting ferrous metals such as steel pipe, structural angle, and tubing, as well as non-ferrous metals including aluminum, copper, and brass. The variable pitch design handles interrupted cuts and varying cross-sections without tooth stripping. The flexible back type allows the blade to track reliably on standard bandsaw wheel configurations. This blade is a practical choice for shops and service contractors that cut a wide variety of metal stock and need a single blade to cover multiple material types and sizes.

Key Features

• Bi-metal construction with high speed steel teeth bonded to a flexible alloy steel back for extended tooth life
• Variable pitch 6 to 10 TPI reduces vibration and improves surface finish on varied stock thicknesses
• Raker tooth set with positive rake angle for aggressive, efficient cutting in ferrous and non-ferrous metals
• Flexible back type supports reliable tracking on standard bandsaw wheel diameters
• Intenss PRO series construction suited for continuous professional use
• Welded blade delivered ready to install — no field brazing required

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-fit welded bandsaw blade for vertical and horizontal bandsaws accepting a 0.75-inch wide, 0.035-inch thick blade in the 98.5-inch length class. Suitable for cutting ferrous metal and non-ferrous metal workpieces.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified machinist or maintenance technician familiar with bandsaw blade tensioning and tracking procedures. Power down and lock out the bandsaw before removing the old blade or mounting the new one. Verify wheel alignment and guide bearing clearances before tensioning. Refer to the saw manufacturer specifications for proper blade tension and break-in procedure for bi-metal blades.