Starrett 16699 Welded Bandsaw Blade 14 Tpi Carbon Steel

Product Description

The STARRETT 16699 is a welded bandsaw blade from the Duratec SFB series, designed for constant-pitch cutting across a range of materials including ferrous metal, non-ferrous metal, plastic, and plywood. The blade measures 10 feet in length and 3/4 inch in width, with a thickness of 0.032 inches. It runs at 14 teeth per inch with a raker tooth set and straight tooth form, delivering consistent chip removal on contour cutting applications. Both the blade body and tooth material are carbon steel, backed by a flexible back type suited to bandsaw wheel contact. Machinists, fabricators, and metal shop technicians are the primary installers of this blade.

This blade fits standard horizontal and vertical bandsaw machines configured for a 10-foot blade loop. Its constant pitch and raker set make it a practical choice for general-purpose cutting in fabrication shops, maintenance facilities, and light manufacturing environments. The 14 TPI count suits medium-thickness stock in ferrous and non-ferrous metals as well as plastic and plywood. Contour cutting is supported, allowing curved or radius cuts in addition to straight crosscuts and rips.

Key Features

• 10-foot welded blade loop, ready to install without field welding
• 14 TPI constant pitch for consistent chip load across material types
• Raker tooth set with straight tooth form for efficient chip clearing
• Carbon steel blade and tooth construction for general-purpose cutting durability
• Flexible back type for reduced stress on bandsaw wheel contact surfaces
• Supports contour cutting in ferrous metal, non-ferrous metal, plastic, and plywood

Compatibility

Designed to fit bandsaw machines that accept a 10-foot blade loop with a 3/4-inch blade width. Suitable for general-purpose cutting of ferrous metal, non-ferrous metal, plastic, and plywood as stated by the manufacturer.

Installation Notes

Blade installation should be performed by a qualified machinist or technician familiar with bandsaw equipment. Power down and lock out the machine before removing the old blade or installing the new one. Verify blade tension and wheel tracking per the bandsaw manufacturer's specifications before operating. Wear cut-resistant gloves when handling bandsaw blades, as the toothed edge presents a laceration hazard.