Starrett 20719 Welded Bandsaw Blade 5-8 Tpi Bi-metal

Product Description

The STARRETT 20719 is a welded bi-metal bandsaw blade engineered for continuous cutting of ferrous and non-ferrous metals. It measures 10 feet 10.5 inches in length, 1 inch in width, and 0.035 inches in thickness. The blade runs a variable pitch of 5 to 8 teeth per inch (TPI) in a raker tooth set, which helps reduce harmonic vibration and extend blade life during sustained cuts. The high-speed steel teeth are set on a flexible back for resistance to fatigue and breakage. This is an Intenss PRO series blade intended for professional shop and production environments where consistent metal removal and blade longevity are the priority.

This blade is suited for metal-cutting vertical or horizontal band saws in job shop, fabrication, and maintenance-repair-operations (MRO) environments. It handles a broad range of ferrous metals including structural steel, pipe, and bar stock, as well as non-ferrous materials such as aluminum and copper. The variable pitch design makes it practical across varying cross-sections and material hardnesses, reducing the need to swap blades between jobs. Installers and toolroom techs will find it fits standard 10-foot 10.5-inch band saw wheel configurations.

Key Features

• Variable pitch 5 to 8 TPI reduces vibration and improves cut finish across mixed cross-sections
• Bi-metal construction pairs a flexible alloy steel back with high-speed steel teeth for durability
• Raker tooth set with positive rake angle promotes aggressive, consistent chip clearance
• Flexible back resists fatigue cracking during continuous-duty band saw operation
• Welded blade construction provides a consistent joint with no pin or clip connection
• Rated for both ferrous metal and non-ferrous metal cutting applications

Compatibility

Designed as a direct-fit welded bandsaw blade for metal-cutting band saws with a 10-foot 10.5-inch blade path, 1-inch blade width capacity, and a wheel configuration that accepts 0.035-inch blade thickness.

Installation Notes

Blade installation should be performed by a qualified machinist or toolroom technician with the band saw fully de-energized and locked out per OSHA lockout-tagout requirements before handling. Verify wheel guide spacing and blade tension settings match the manufacturer specifications for a 1-inch-wide blade before powering the machine. Never force a blade onto wheels or run with improper tension, as either condition accelerates joint failure and increases breakage risk. Wear cut-resistant gloves when handling coiled or uncoiled bandsaw blades.