Starrett 16468 Welded Bandsaw Blade 4-6 Tpi Bi-metal

Product Description

The STARRETT 16468 is a welded bi-metal bandsaw blade engineered for continuous cutting of ferrous and non-ferrous metals. The blade measures 150 inches long and 3/4 inch wide with a 0.035 inch thickness, running a variable 4 to 6 TPI pitch pattern. It is built on the Intenss series platform with an M42 high speed steel tooth material bonded to a flexible back, making it a reliable choice for metal fabrication shops and maintenance facilities where consistent saw performance is required. Licensed machinists and shop technicians are the primary installers and users of this blade.

This blade is suited for horizontal and vertical bandsaw machines configured to accept a 150 inch loop. The variable 4 to 6 TPI pitch reduces harmonic vibration during cuts, improving performance across varying stock cross-sections. The raker tooth set and straight tooth form make it well-matched to structural shapes, solid bar stock, tubing, and plate in both ferrous and non-ferrous alloys. It is designed for production-level and job-shop cutting environments where bi-metal blade durability is a requirement.

Key Features

• M42 high speed steel teeth bonded to a flexible bi-metal back for extended blade life
• Variable 4 to 6 TPI pitch reduces vibration and improves cut finish across varying stock sizes
• Raker tooth set with straight tooth form for consistent chip clearance on metal stock
• 0.035 inch blade thickness compatible with standard bandsaw wheel widths for this blade class
• Contour cutting capable for curved and irregular profiles
• Suitable for both ferrous metal and non-ferrous metal material applications

Compatibility

Designed as a welded-loop replacement blade for bandsaw machines requiring a 150 inch blade length with a 3/4 inch width. Verify wheel diameter, blade guides, and blade tension specifications on the saw before installation.

Installation Notes

Blade installation should be performed by a qualified machinist or technician familiar with bandsaw setup procedures. Power down and lock out the saw at the disconnect before removing or installing the blade. Confirm blade tracking, guide bearing clearance, and tension settings are within the saw manufacturer's specifications before running the machine. Do not run the blade without proper blade guides and guards in place.