{"product_id":"b478-starrett-band-saw-blade","title":"STARRETT BAND SAW BLADE","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Starrett B478 is a bi-metal band saw blade primarily used for cutting mild and stainless steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Size\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e(L x W x T):\u003c\/strong\u003e 2480 mm x 27 mm x 0.90 mm.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTeeth Per Inch (TPI):\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–6 TPI (variable pitch).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Specifically designed for Mild \u0026amp; Stainless Steel.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Section Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optimal for materials with a thickness between 51 mm and 80 mm.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bi-Metal, featuring Starrett's high-performance tooth geometry for increased wear resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Saw Models\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis blade is designed to fit several metal-cutting band saw models, including: \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEB-260A-V\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEB-260V\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEB-280DS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEB-280DSV\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsage Recommendations\u003cbr\u003eTo ensure maximum blade life, Starrett recommends a specific run-in procedure: \u003cbr\u003eInitial Pressure: \u003c\/strong\u003eAvoid excessive feed pressure during the first 25 square inches of cutting.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGradual Increase: \u003c\/strong\u003eRun the blade at approximately 3\/4 of the normal feed pressure initially.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaximum Rate: \u003c\/strong\u003eOnce the run-in is complete, you can gradually increase the feed to the maximum recommended cutting rate for your material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarrett B480 Bi-Metal Blade Specifications\u003cbr\u003eThis blade is engineered for durability and precision in metalworking. \u003cbr\u003eStarrett\u003cbr\u003eStarrett\u003cbr\u003e +3\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: 2480mm x 27mm x 0.90mm.\u003cbr\u003eTooth Pitch: 10-14 TPI (Teeth Per Inch).\u003cbr\u003eCompatibility: Designed to suit band saw models such as EB-260A-V and 280DS-V.\u003cbr\u003eMaterial Suitability: Ideal for mild steel and stainless steel section sizes between 0–10mm.\u003cbr\u003ePerformance Features\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"STARRETT","offers":[{"title":"B478","offer_id":47274316464322,"sku":"B478","price":70.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"B480","offer_id":47274316497090,"sku":"B480","price":90.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/6335\/8914\/files\/STARRETTBANDSAWBLADE.jpg?v=1773296625","url":"https:\/\/srbhardware.com.au\/products\/b478-starrett-band-saw-blade","provider":"SRB Steel \u0026 Hardware Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}