Starrett 99186-06-06 Welded Bandsaw Blade 78 in

Product Description

The STARRETT 99186-06-06 is a welded bi-metal bandsaw blade built for demanding metal-cutting applications in professional shop environments. The blade measures 78 inches in length and 1/2 inch in width, with a 0.025 inch thickness and a variable 10-14 TPI pitch pattern. The cutting teeth are high speed steel, grade M42, set in a raker pattern with a positive rake angle and straight tooth form. This blade is part of the Intenss PRO-DIE series and is designed for contour cutting on power bandsaws. It is installed by machinists, fabricators, and maintenance technicians working with metal-cutting horizontal or vertical bandsaw equipment.

This blade is suited for cutting steel, stainless steel, exotic steel alloys, and non-ferrous metals in both production and toolroom settings. The flexible back construction allows the blade to run consistently on bandsaw wheels without fatigue cracking during continuous-duty cycles. The variable pitch design reduces vibration and harmonics across a range of feed rates and material thicknesses, making it effective for structural profiles, solid bar stock, and tubing. It is appropriate for both commercial fabrication shops and industrial maintenance operations where a variety of metal types are cut on a regular basis.

Key Features

• Variable 10-14 TPI pitch reduces vibration and improves cut quality across material thicknesses
• M42 high speed steel teeth deliver extended edge life on hard and exotic alloys
• Positive rake angle increases cutting aggression and feed efficiency
• Raker tooth set provides consistent chip clearance in metal cutting applications
• Flexible back construction resists fatigue during continuous bandsaw operation
• Contour cutting capability suits curved and irregular profile work

Compatibility

Designed as a welded replacement blade for power bandsaws accepting a 78 inch blade length with a 1/2 inch blade width, compatible with machines configured for the Intenss PRO-DIE series specifications.

Installation Notes

Bandsaw blade installation should be performed by a qualified machinist or equipment technician with the machine fully de-energized and locked out per applicable OSHA lockout/tagout procedures. Verify wheel diameter, blade guide spacing, and tension specifications on the host machine before mounting. Inspect blade guides, wheel tires, and tracking adjustment before tensioning the new blade. Never exceed the bandsaw manufacturer's rated blade speed for the material being cut.