Starrett 16707 Welded Bandsaw Blade 10 Tpi Carbon Steel

Product Description

The STARRETT 16707 is a welded carbon steel bandsaw blade from the Duratec SFB series, designed for continuous-loop cutting on stationary band saws. It measures 17 feet 4 inches in length, 0.5 inches in width, and 0.025 inches in thickness, with a constant 10 TPI pitch and raker tooth set. The straight tooth form and flexible back construction make it well-suited for general-purpose cutting of ferrous metals, non-ferrous metals, plastics, and plywood. Licensed contractors and shop technicians install this blade on horizontal and vertical band saws where consistent, repeatable cuts are required across mixed material types.

This blade is intended for contour cutting applications in fabrication shops, maintenance facilities, and trade service environments. The 10 TPI constant pitch delivers a balance of cut speed and surface finish appropriate for medium-section stock in ferrous and non-ferrous metals as well as plastic sheet and plywood panels. Its welded construction eliminates the need for field joining, making changeover straightforward on most stationary band saw models.

Key Features

• Duratec SFB series carbon steel construction — blade body and teeth are the same carbon steel material for consistent flex and wear resistance
• Constant 10 TPI pitch provides uniform chip load across the full cutting stroke
• Raker tooth set pattern reduces blade drift and improves straight-line tracking
• Straight tooth rake angle suits general-purpose crosscutting and contour work
• Flexible back type allows the blade to run at full speed on standard band saw wheel configurations without premature fatigue cracking
• Factory-welded loop — no field splicing required, ready to install out of the package

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-fit welded bandsaw blade for stationary band saws accepting a 17-foot 4-inch loop, 0.5-inch wide, 0.025-inch thick blade. Verified material applications include ferrous metal, non-ferrous metal, plastic, and plywood per manufacturer specification.

Installation Notes

Band saw blade installation should be performed by a qualified technician with the machine fully de-energized and locked out per OSHA lockout/tagout procedures before opening the blade guards. Verify wheel diameter, blade guide spacing, and throat capacity on the host saw match the 17-foot 4-inch loop length and 0.5-inch blade width before mounting. Tension and tracking adjustments should follow the band saw manufacturer's service manual; do not exceed the maximum blade speed rating marked on the machine. Wear cut-resistant gloves when handling the coiled blade during installation.