Starrett 17044 Welded Bandsaw Blade 4-6 Tpi Bi-metal

Product Description

The STARRETT 17044 is a welded bi-metal bandsaw blade built for continuous contour and straight cutting on metal fabrication equipment. At 10 feet 9 inches long and 3/4 inch wide, it fits a range of mid-size band saws used in production and job-shop environments. The blade runs 0.035 inches thick with a variable 4-6 TPI pitch, which helps reduce vibration and harmonic chatter during cuts. The cutting teeth are M42 high speed steel with a positive rake angle and raker tooth set, making this blade well suited for licensed machinists, fabricators, and maintenance mechanics working with metal stock.

The STARRETT 17044 Intenss series blade is designed for cutting ferrous and non-ferrous metals including structural steel, tubing, bar stock, and aluminum. The flexible back construction allows it to track smoothly around band saw wheels without premature fatigue cracking. Variable pitch tooth spacing distributes cut load evenly, extending blade life on interrupted cuts and varying cross-sections. This blade is a practical choice for shops running production cuts on mixed metal materials where consistent finish and blade longevity are priorities.

Key Features

• Bi-metal construction with M42 high speed steel teeth for long service life on metal cutting
• Variable 4-6 TPI pitch reduces vibration and chatter across varying stock profiles
• Positive rake angle improves cut aggression and chip clearance on ferrous and non-ferrous metals
• Raker tooth set provides balanced chip removal for consistent straight and contour cuts
• Flexible back resists fatigue cracking through repeated band saw wheel flexure
• Welded construction delivers a continuous loop ready for direct installation

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style welded replacement blade for band saws accepting a 10 foot 9 inch loop length and 3/4 inch blade width. Suitable for ferrous and non-ferrous metal cutting applications.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified machinist or maintenance technician familiar with band saw blade changes. Power down and lock out the machine before removing the old blade or installing the new one. Verify wheel guides, blade guards, and blade tension are set to the saw manufacturer's specifications before resuming operation. Wear cut-resistant gloves when handling the coiled blade.