Starrett 16395 Bi-metal Bandsaw Blade 10-14 Tpi

Product Description

The STARRETT 16395 is a bi-metal welded bandsaw blade engineered for demanding metal-cutting applications in professional shop and fabrication environments. Built on the Intenss PRO-DIE series platform, it features an M42 high speed steel tooth material bonded to a flexible back for extended blade life under continuous use. The blade measures 92 inches long and 0.5 inches wide, with a thickness of 0.025 inches. A 10 to 14 TPI variable pitch tooth pattern reduces vibration and harmonics during cutting, producing cleaner cuts and longer tooth life across varying material thicknesses. Licensed metalworking professionals and experienced machinists are the primary installers and users.

This blade is suited for contour cutting operations on a range of metals including steel, stainless steel, exotic steel alloys, and non-ferrous metals. The raker tooth set and straight tooth form make it effective for general-purpose metal cutting on vertical or horizontal bandsaw machines that accept a 0.5-inch wide blade in the 92-inch loop length. It is well matched to production environments where mixed material cuts are common and blade changes need to be minimized.

Key Features

• M42 high speed steel teeth for extended cutting life in hard and exotic metals
• Variable pitch 10-14 TPI pattern reduces vibration and improves cut finish
• Raker tooth set with straight tooth form for consistent chip clearance
• Flexible back construction resists fatigue cracking under continuous bandsaw operation
• Contour cutting capability for curved and irregular profiles
• Compatible with steel, stainless steel, exotic steel, and non-ferrous metals

Compatibility

Designed as a welded-loop replacement blade for bandsaw machines accepting a 0.5-inch wide blade at a 92-inch loop length. Intended for use on metal-cutting bandsaws in shop and fabrication settings. Verify your machine's blade length, width, and thickness specifications before installation.

Installation Notes

Blade installation should be performed by a qualified machinist or metalworking professional with the bandsaw fully powered down and locked out per OSHA lockout/tagout procedures. Inspect blade guides, wheel tires, and blade tension mechanism before mounting the new blade. Set blade tension and tracking according to the machine manufacturer's specifications. Always wear cut-resistant gloves when handling bandsaw blades.