Starrett 17026 Welded Bandsaw Blade 68in 10 Tpi Carbon Steel

Product Description

The STARRETT 17026 is a welded bandsaw blade from the Duratec SFB series, designed for continuous cutting on stationary band saws in trade and industrial shop environments. The blade measures 68 inches in length and 0.5 inches in width, with a thickness of 0.025 inches. It runs a constant 10 teeth per inch (TPI) configuration with a raker tooth set and straight tooth form, delivering consistent chip clearance across a range of materials. The blade body and teeth are both carbon steel construction with a flexible back type, making it well suited for contour cutting applications on metal, plastic, and wood-composite stock.

This blade is appropriate for use in metal fabrication shops, HVAC duct shops, plumbing supply houses, and general mechanical shops where a reliable carbon steel band saw blade is needed for cutting ferrous metal, non-ferrous metal, plastic, and plywood. The constant pitch pattern provides a steady, predictable cut, and the raker tooth set helps evacuate chips efficiently during extended cutting runs. It is installed by machinists, fabricators, and maintenance technicians operating horizontal or vertical band saws that accept a 68-inch blade loop.

Key Features

• Duratec SFB series carbon steel blade body and teeth for durability on general-purpose cuts
• 10 TPI constant pitch pattern for consistent, smooth chip load across supported materials
• Raker tooth set with straight tooth form optimized for chip evacuation and contour cutting
• Flexible back type reduces blade fatigue during continuous operation
• Compatible with ferrous metal, non-ferrous metal, plastic, and plywood applications
• Welded loop construction eliminates the need for field joining

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-fit blade for band saws accepting a 68-inch welded loop blade measuring 0.5 inches wide and 0.025 inches thick.

Installation Notes

Band saw blade installation should be performed by a qualified technician following the saw manufacturer's tensioning and tracking procedures. Always power down and lock out the band saw before removing or installing a blade. Wear cut-resistant gloves when handling the blade loop. Verify wheel guard and blade guide alignment after installation before resuming operation.