Starrett 16389 Welded Bandsaw Blade 14 Tpi Bi-metal

Product Description

The STARRETT 16389 is a welded bi-metal bandsaw blade engineered for continuous cutting of ferrous and non-ferrous metals. It measures 125 inches in total length and 0.5 inches wide, with a blade thickness of 0.035 inches. The cutting edge features 14 teeth per inch in a constant pitch, raker set configuration. The tooth material is M42 high speed steel with a positive rake angle, delivering aggressive stock removal and extended blade life in demanding shop and production environments. Licensed tradespeople and machinists working with metal-cutting band saws will find this blade suited to a wide range of cutting tasks.

This blade is designed for contour cutting applications on both ferrous and non-ferrous metals, including structural steel, tubing, angle iron, aluminum, and copper-based alloys. The flexible back construction allows the blade to track consistently on standard vertical and horizontal band saw machines. The constant pitch tooth pattern makes it appropriate for cutting consistent cross-sections, and the raker set geometry clears chips efficiently during through-cuts. It fits band saws requiring a 10-foot 5-inch blade loop in the Intenss series configuration.

Key Features

• Bi-metal construction with M42 high speed steel teeth for extended cutting life on metal stock
• 14 TPI constant pitch pattern suited for consistent cross-section cuts
• Raker tooth set for efficient chip clearance during ferrous and non-ferrous metal cuts
• Positive rake angle improves cutting aggressiveness and reduces feed force
• Flexible back design supports consistent blade tracking and contour cutting
• Welded blade loop in a ready-to-install format — no field joining required

Compatibility

Designed to fit band saw machines requiring a 125-inch blade loop, 0.5 inches wide. Suitable for cutting ferrous metals and non-ferrous metals as stated by the manufacturer. Verify your machine's blade length, width, and thickness specifications before installation.

Installation Notes

Bandsaw blade replacement should be performed by a qualified machinist or maintenance technician familiar with the specific machine model. Power down and lockout the band saw at the main disconnect before removing the old blade or installing a new one. Use proper blade-handling gloves — welded bandsaw blades store tension and have sharp edges along the full length. Confirm blade tracking and tension adjustment per the machine manufacturer's guidelines before returning the saw to service.