The CMT ITK Xtreme Non-Ferrous and Laminate Saw Blade is a 7-1/4 in. circular saw blade engineered for clean, chip-free cutting through aluminum, copper, brass, plastic, fiberglass, laminate flooring, and melamine. Built on a precision-straightened blade body with a negative hook angle and Triple Chip Grind (TCG) tooth geometry, this 60-tooth blade delivers smooth, controlled results on non-ferrous metals and composite sheet goods - making it a dependable choice for cordless saws, circular saws, and miter saws alike.

Key Features

• Triple Chip Grind (TCG) Tooth Geometry - alternating flat and chamfered teeth shear through aluminum, brass, copper, plastic, fiberglass, laminate flooring, and melamine cleanly without chipping or grabbing, delivering finished-quality edges on each pass.
• -6 deg. Negative Hook Angle - pulls the blade away from the workpiece during the cut rather than biting in aggressively, preventing kickback and giving the operator greater control when cutting non-ferrous metals and laminates.
• Tri-Metal Silver-Copper-Silver Brazing - a special brazing method bonds the carbide teeth to the plate with exceptional strength, helping the teeth handle high stress and impact, particularly when cutting harder composite materials and non-ferrous stock.
• Special Straightening and Balancing Processes - the blade body is flattened to exceptionally reduced tolerances and balanced to guarantee maximum stability at speed, minimizing vibration and improving cut accuracy.
• Knockout Pin Hole Bore (15.88 mm) - the 5/8 in. bore with knockout reduces setup time, making the blade compatible with a wide range of cordless, circular, and miter saw arbors without additional adapters.
• 8,300 Maximum RPM Rating - a high RPM ceiling ensures the blade operates safely and efficiently on both corded and cordless circular saw platforms, even at elevated no-load speeds.
• 60-Tooth Configuration - a high tooth count produces finer, smoother cuts in thin non-ferrous sheet stock and laminate surfaces where tear-out and surface finish quality matter most.

Why This Product

• Purpose-built for non-ferrous metals and laminates - the TCG tooth geometry and -6 deg. negative hook angle work together to prevent grabbing and chipping on slippery, gummy, or brittle materials like aluminum, copper, brass, and melamine, where a standard wood-cutting blade would fail or cause surface damage.
• Exceptional blade body precision - the special straightening processes and full balancing routine mean reduced run-out and vibration, translating directly into straighter cuts and longer bearing life on portable and stationary tools.
• Tri-Metal Brazing durability - the Silver-Copper-Silver brazing that secures each carbide tooth is designed to absorb high stress and impact, making the blade a more reliable long-term investment when cutting through composite decking, thick plastic sheet, or hard non-ferrous stock repeatedly.
• Broad machine compatibility - rated for cordless saws, circular saws, and miter saws at up to 8,300 RPM, this blade adapts to job-site and shop environments without requiring a dedicated stationary machine, keeping workflow flexible.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: 254.056.07
• Brand: CMT Orange Tools
• Blade Diameter: 7-1/4 in.
• Number of Teeth: 60
• Bore Diameter: 15.88 mm (5/8 in.)
• Pin Hole: Knockout
• Tooth Grind Type: Triple Chip Grind (TCG)
• Cutting Angle: -6 deg.
• Kerf Thickness: 0.098 in.
• Plate Thickness: 0.063 in.
• Maximum RPM: 8,300
• Carbide Material: HW (Tungsten Carbide)

Approved Applications

• Aluminum cutting
• Copper and brass cutting
• Plastic and fiberglass cutting
• Laminate flooring cutting
• Melamine panel cutting
• Non-ferrous metal sheet goods
• Composite and laminate materials

Frequently Asked Questions

What machines is this blade compatible with?

This 7-1/4 in. blade is rated for use on cordless saws, circular saws, and miter saws. The 5/8 in. knockout bore makes it compatible with a wide range of saw arbors across those machine types.

Why does this blade use a negative hook angle instead of a positive one?

The -6 deg. negative hook angle is intentional for non-ferrous and laminate applications. It prevents the blade from self-feeding or grabbing into soft metals like aluminum and copper or brittle surfaces like melamine, giving you a smoother, safer cut with less risk of kickback or chipping.

What is Tri-Metal Brazing and why does it matter?

Tri-Metal Brazing uses a Silver-Copper-Silver layered bond to secure each tungsten carbide tooth to the blade plate. This method allows the teeth to handle higher stress and impact compared to standard brazing, which is especially important when cutting harder composite materials and non-ferrous metals that can place uneven lateral loads on the tooth joint.

Can this blade cut laminate flooring cleanly without chipping?

Yes. The 60-tooth Triple Chip Grind configuration is specifically designed for laminate flooring and melamine, where surface finish quality is critical. The TCG geometry alternates flat and chamfered teeth to score and clear material simultaneously, reducing chip-out on both the face and the back edge of the cut.