Starrett 16554 Welded Bandsaw Blade 5 Ft 10-14 Tpi

Product Description

The STARRETT 16554 is a welded bi-metal bandsaw blade engineered for cutting ferrous and non-ferrous metals in professional shop and industrial environments. Measuring 5 feet long and 0.5 inches wide at 0.025 inches thick, it fits a range of standard vertical and horizontal band saws. The blade features an M42 high-speed steel tooth edge with a variable 10 to 14 TPI pitch pattern, a raker tooth set, and a straight tooth form with a positive rake angle. Licensed metalworking shops and fabrication professionals use this blade where consistent, clean cuts across multiple metal types are required.

The 16554 belongs to the STARRETT Intenss PRO-DIE series, designed specifically for contour cutting operations on steel, stainless steel, exotic steel, and non-ferrous metals. Its flexible back and variable pitch construction reduce vibration and harmonics during the cut, making it well-suited for tight-radius work and interrupted cuts common in die and tool shops. Fabricators and machine operators working on structural sections, tubing, or solid bar stock will find this blade a practical fit for production and maintenance cutting tasks alike.

Key Features

• M42 high-speed steel tooth material for extended edge life on hard and abrasive metals
• Variable 10 to 14 TPI pitch reduces vibration and improves chip clearance
• Raker tooth set with positive rake angle for aggressive, efficient stock removal
• Flexible back construction allows contour cutting and tight-radius applications
• Compatible material applications include steel, stainless steel, exotic steel, and non-ferrous metal
• Welded blade supplied ready to mount — no field joining required

Compatibility

Designed as a replacement or spare welded bandsaw blade for standard band saws accepting a 5-foot blade length, 0.5-inch blade width, and 0.025-inch blade thickness. Suitable for cutting steel, stainless steel, exotic steel, and non-ferrous metals as stated by the manufacturer.

Installation Notes

Bandsaw blade installation and tensioning should be performed by a qualified machine operator or maintenance technician following the band saw manufacturer's guidelines. Disconnect and lock out power to the saw before removing the old blade or mounting the new one. Verify blade guides, thrust bearings, and wheel tracking are adjusted to the correct blade width before resuming operation. Always wear cut-resistant gloves when handling an uncoiled or unmounted bandsaw blade.