Starrett 16476 Welded Bandsaw Blade 6-10 Tpi Bi-metal

Product Description

The STARRETT 16476 is a welded bi-metal bandsaw blade designed for cutting ferrous and non-ferrous metals in industrial and fabrication environments. Part of the Intenss PRO series, it measures 10 feet 8.5 inches in length, 1 inch in width, and 0.035 inches thick. The blade runs a variable pitch of 6 to 10 TPI with a raker tooth set and positive rake angle, delivering efficient chip clearance and reduced vibration across a range of material thicknesses. Licensed HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical contractors as well as metal fabrication shops rely on this blade for production bandsaw work.

The 16476 is suited for straight-cut applications on ferrous metals such as structural steel, pipe, and bar stock, as well as non-ferrous materials including aluminum and copper. The bi-metal construction pairs a flexible alloy steel back with high speed steel teeth, making it a durable choice for continuous or high-cycle cutting on vertical and horizontal bandsaws. It is not rated for contour cutting. Typical users include metal fabricators, pipefitters, and maintenance machinists running production bandsaws in shop settings.

Key Features

• Bi-metal construction: flexible alloy steel back with high speed steel teeth for extended blade life
• Variable pitch 6 to 10 TPI reduces vibration and improves cut quality across varied stock sizes
• Positive rake angle promotes aggressive, efficient cutting on both ferrous and non-ferrous metals
• Raker tooth set provides consistent chip clearance during straight cuts
• Intenss PRO series designation indicates industrial-duty performance rating
• Welded construction delivers a continuous loop ready to mount without field joining

Compatibility

Designed as a replacement or spare welded bandsaw blade for industrial and shop bandsaws accepting a 1 inch wide blade in a 10 foot 8.5 inch loop length. Suitable for cutting ferrous metal and non-ferrous metal. Verify your machine's blade length, width, and thickness tolerances before installation.

Installation Notes

Bandsaw blade installation should be performed by a qualified machinist or maintenance technician with the machine fully powered down and locked out per OSHA lockout-tagout procedures. Confirm wheel guides, blade tension, and tracking alignment match the blade width and thickness before running. Wear cut-resistant gloves when handling the coiled or uncoiled blade. Do not exceed the bandsaw manufacturer's rated blade speed for the material being cut.