Starrett 17027 Welded Bandsaw Blade 14 Tpi Carbon Steel

Product Description

The STARRETT 17027 is a welded carbon steel bandsaw blade from the Duratec SFB series, designed for contour cutting on stationary band saw machines. It measures 68 inches in length and 0.5 inches in width, with a blade thickness of 0.025 inches. The constant-pitch tooth geometry runs at 14 teeth per inch with a raker tooth set and straight tooth form, delivering consistent chip removal on a range of workpiece materials. Metalworking shops and fabrication trades commonly specify this blade for general-purpose cutting tasks requiring a fine, controlled kerf.

This blade is suited for cutting ferrous metal, non-ferrous metal, plastic, and plywood. The flexible back type allows the blade to track smoothly around bandsaw wheels and through curved or contour cuts without premature fatigue cracking. The straight rake angle and raker set pattern help maintain cut accuracy and reduce tooth loading during production or maintenance cutting work.

Key Features

• 14 TPI constant-pitch tooth pattern for smooth, consistent cuts across varied materials
• Raker tooth set with straight tooth form reduces vibration and chip packing
• Carbon steel blade and tooth material rated for ferrous metal, non-ferrous metal, plastic, and plywood
• Flexible back construction supports contour and curved cutting applications
• Duratec SFB series — welded construction for a continuous loop ready to install
• Blade thickness of 0.025 inches minimizes kerf width and material waste

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or service blade for stationary band saw machines that accept a 68-inch blade loop measuring 0.5 inches wide with a 0.025-inch thickness.

Installation Notes

Bandsaw blade replacement should be performed by a qualified technician following the saw manufacturer's tensioning and tracking procedures. Disconnect and lock out electrical power to the saw before removing the blade guard or handling the blade. Wear cut-resistant gloves when uncoiling or handling the welded loop. Verify wheel diameter and blade path clearances match the 68-inch loop length before installation.