Starrett 17525 Welded Bandsaw Blade 3 Tpi Carbon Steel

Product Description

The STARRETT 17525 is a welded bandsaw blade from the Duratec SFB series, designed for continuous cutting in stationary bandsaw applications. It measures 12 feet 6 inches in length and 0.5 inches in width with a blade thickness of 0.025 inches. The blade runs at 3 teeth per inch (TPI) with a constant pitch and a hook tooth form at a positive rake angle. A raker tooth set distributes cutting forces evenly across the kerf. Both the blade body and teeth are carbon steel construction. The flexible back type allows the blade to run smoothly around bandsaw wheels without fatiguing prematurely. This blade is installed by machinists, fabricators, and trade professionals working with stationary bandsaws.

The STARRETT 17525 is suited for contour cutting operations on a range of materials including ferrous metals, non-ferrous metals, plastics, and plywood. The 3 TPI constant-pitch configuration makes it effective on thicker stock where chip clearance and aggressive feed rates matter. It is a practical choice for metal fabrication shops, woodworking operations, and general-purpose cutting environments where a single blade must handle varied material types. The hook tooth geometry at a positive rake angle promotes fast, efficient chip removal during each cutting stroke.

Key Features

• Duratec SFB series welded bandsaw blade for stationary bandsaw use
• 3 TPI constant-pitch pattern supports aggressive cutting on thick stock
• Hook tooth form with positive rake angle for efficient chip evacuation
• Raker tooth set for balanced kerf loading and reduced blade deflection
• Flexible back construction resists fatigue through continuous wheel flexion
• Carbon steel blade and tooth material rated for ferrous metal, non-ferrous metal, plastic, and plywood
• Contour cutting capable for curved and irregular profile work

Compatibility

Designed as a welded replacement bandsaw blade for stationary bandsaw machines accepting a 12-foot 6-inch blade length and 0.5-inch blade width. Suitable for cutting ferrous metal, non-ferrous metal, plastic, and plywood as stated by the manufacturer.

Installation Notes

Bandsaw blade replacement should be performed by a qualified technician with the machine fully de-energized and locked out per OSHA lockout/tagout procedures. Before installing, verify wheel diameter and blade guides are set for the 0.5-inch blade width. Tension the blade according to the bandsaw manufacturer's specifications and confirm blade tracking is centered on the wheels before resuming operation. Wear cut-resistant gloves when handling coiled or uncoiled bandsaw blades.