CMT 226.048.07 Metal and Steel Dry Cut Saw Blade by CMT is a 7-1/4 in. x 5/8 in., 48-tooth industrial circular saw blade engineered for clean, burr-free cutting of metal and steel without coolant or water. Designed for use on circular saws, miter saws, and chop miter saws, this blade handles a wide range of steel profiles - including channels, studs, angles, plates, pipes, rods, and similar structural materials - making it a practical choice for contractors and fabricators who need reliable dry-cut performance on the jobsite.

Key Features

• Flat with Alternate Chamfer (FWF) Tooth Grind at 8 deg. - engineered tooth geometry delivers clean, burr-free cuts through metal, steel, and steel alloys without requiring coolant or water, saving setup time on the jobsite.
• 48-Tooth Blade Configuration - the higher tooth count produces smoother cuts in medium to thick steel sections, reducing secondary finishing work on channels, studs, angles, plates, pipes, and rods.
• 0 deg. Hook Angle (Neutral Cutting Angle) - keeps the blade from aggressively grabbing the workpiece, improving control and reducing kickback risk when cutting steel profiles.
• 0.079 in. Kerf Thickness with 0.064 in. Plate - the optimized kerf-to-plate ratio minimizes material waste and reduces blade flex, contributing to straighter, more accurate cuts in structural steel.
• Maximum 6,000 RPM Rating - safely compatible with standard 7-1/4 in. circular saws and chop miter saws operating within that speed range, giving the blade broad machine compatibility.
• Knock-Out Pin Hole Design - the knock-out arbor configuration simplifies mounting on multiple tool types, allowing faster blade changes with less downtime between cuts.
• HW (Hardmetal/Carbide) Tooth Material - hardmetal-tipped teeth maintain cutting edge sharpness through repeated contact with steel, extending blade service life compared to standard steel-tooth blades.
• Industrial Dry Cutter Classification - designed specifically for no-coolant operation, eliminating the mess, cost, and cleanup associated with wet-cut or abrasive cutting methods.

Why This Product

• This blade is built for contractors and fabricators who need to cut metal studs, angle iron, flat plates, pipes, and rods on-site using tools they already own - a standard 7-1/4 in. circular saw or miter saw running at or below 6,000 RPM.
• The dry-cut design eliminates the need for coolant fluid, making it practical for jobsite use where a wet-cut setup is not feasible and cleanup time is a real concern.
• The 48-tooth FWF grind reduces burring at the cut edge, which means less time spent deburring structural steel sections before assembly or installation.
• The 0 deg. hook angle and optimized plate thickness work together to keep cuts controlled and stable in hard steel materials, which matters when accuracy and safety are both priorities.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: 226.048.07
• Brand: CMT Orange Tools
• Diameter: 7-1/4 in.
• Bore Diameter: 15.88mm (5/8 in.)
• Number of Teeth: 48
• Tooth Grind Type: FWF (Flat with Alternate Chamfer)
• Sharpening Angle: 8 deg. FWF
• Cutting Angle: 0 deg.
• Kerf Thickness: 0.079 in.
• Plate Thickness: 0.064 in.
• Maximum RPM: 6,000
• Tooth Material: HW (Hardmetal)
• Pin Hole: Knock Out

Approved Applications

• Cutting metal channels and studs
• Cutting steel angles
• Cutting plates and flat bars
• Cutting pipes and tubes
• Cutting rods
• Use with circular saws, miter saws, and chop miter saws

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this blade require coolant or water to cut metal?

No. This is an industrial dry cutter blade specifically designed to cut metal and steel without coolant or water, making it well suited for jobsite use where a wet-cut setup is not practical.

What types of steel materials can this blade cut?

This blade is designed to cut channels, studs, angles, plates, pipes, and rods. It is rated for medium to thick metal and steel profiles when used within the compatible machine types.

What machines is this blade compatible with?

This 7-1/4 in. blade is compatible with circular saws, miter saws, and chop miter saws. The maximum rated speed is 6,000 RPM, so verify that your tool does not exceed this rating before use.

What does the FWF tooth grind mean and why does it matter for steel cutting?

FWF stands for Flat with Alternate Chamfer. This tooth geometry is engineered to produce clean, burr-free cuts in metal and steel without requiring coolant. The 8 deg. sharpening angle and 0 deg. hook angle work together to control the cut and reduce the risk of the blade grabbing the workpiece.