Starrett 19574 Welded Bandsaw Blade 8 Tpi Carbon Steel

Product Description

The STARRETT 19574 is a welded carbon steel bandsaw blade from the Duratec SFB series, designed for continuous loop cutting on stationary band saw machines. At 10 feet 8 inches in length and 0.032 inches thick, the blade measures 3/4 inch wide and runs at a constant 8 teeth per inch (TPI) with a raker tooth set and straight tooth form. The flexible back type helps the blade track smoothly through curves and straight cuts alike. This is a shop-grade blade suited for metalworking, fabrication, and general-purpose cutting applications where consistent pitch and reliable tooth geometry matter.

The 19574 is built for contour cutting across a range of materials including ferrous metals, non-ferrous metals, plastics, and plywood. It fits band saw machines that accept a 10 feet 8 inch welded loop blade with 3/4 inch width. The raker tooth set alternates tooth direction to clear chips efficiently, making it a practical choice for production shops, maintenance technicians, and fabricators handling varied stock. This blade is sold individually and is appropriate for residential shop use as well as light commercial fabrication environments.

Key Features

• Duratec SFB series carbon steel construction for the blade body and teeth
• Constant 8 TPI pitch for predictable, repeatable cuts across multiple material types
• Raker tooth set clears chips effectively during ferrous and non-ferrous metal cutting
• Flexible back type supports contour cutting without premature fatigue cracking
• Straight tooth form and straight rake angle maintain consistent chip load per tooth
• Welded loop design — no field joining required, ready to install out of packaging

Compatibility

Designed as a welded-loop replacement blade for stationary band saw machines that accept a 10 feet 8 inch blade loop with 3/4 inch width. Suitable for cutting ferrous metal, non-ferrous metal, plastic, and plywood.

Installation Notes

Band saw blade installation is typically performed by a machinist or qualified shop technician. Disconnect and lock out power to the band saw before opening blade guards or handling the blade coil. Wear cut-resistant gloves when uncoiling and seating the blade — carbon steel edges are sharp at rest. Verify blade tension, tracking, and guide bearing clearance according to the machine manufacturer's specifications before resuming operation.