Starrett 40017 Hacksaw Blade 32 Tpi 12 Inches

Product Description

The STARRETT 40017 is a 12-inch carbon steel hand hacksaw blade engineered for precise, fine-tooth cutting in hand hacksaw frames. Running at 32 teeth per inch (TPI) with a constant pitch pattern, it delivers clean, controlled cuts through thin-walled tubing, conduit, small-diameter pipe, and sheet metal. The blade measures 0.5 inches wide and 0.025 inches thick with a flexible body that reduces blade breakage during off-angle strokes. Licensed tradespeople in plumbing, HVAC, and electrical work keep this blade on the truck for fast, accurate hand cuts where power tools are impractical.

The 40017 is suited for residential and light commercial service work where a hand hacksaw is the right tool for the job. Common applications include cutting copper tubing, EMT conduit, threaded rod, and small structural sections. The 32 TPI count makes it particularly effective on thin materials where a coarser blade would strip or snag teeth. It fits standard hand hacksaw frames that accept 12-inch blades.

Key Features

• 32 TPI constant pitch pattern for clean cuts on thin-walled and small-diameter materials
• Carbon steel construction provides durability for general trade cutting tasks
• Flexible blade body at 0.025 inches thick reduces breakage risk during hand sawing
• 0.5-inch blade width fits standard 12-inch hand hacksaw frames
• Toothed cutting edge requires no setup - mount and cut

Compatibility

Designed as a direct-fit replacement blade for standard 12-inch hand hacksaw frames used in plumbing, HVAC, and electrical trade applications.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by any trade professional using a standard hand hacksaw frame. Mount the blade with teeth pointing away from the handle so cutting occurs on the forward stroke. Ensure the blade is tensioned firmly in the frame before use - a loose blade flexes excessively and breaks prematurely. No power or lockout procedures are required, but always wear cut-resistant gloves when handling or changing blades.