The CMT Fine Finish ATB Saw Blade - 12" x 72 Teeth, 1" Bore is a professional-grade crosscut blade engineered for industrial cabinet-makers and serious woodworkers who demand ultra-clean edges in soft and hardwood, as well as plywood. Built with premium laser-cut harmonic steel and finished with CMT's signature Orange Shield non-stick PTFE coating, this 72-tooth blade delivers smooth, splinter-free cuts in demanding production environments. The Alternate Top Bevel tooth grind and precision mirror-finish sharpening make it a reliable choice for radial arm saws, miter saws, table saws, and circular saws - wherever fine finish crosscutting performance is required.

Key Features

• 72 Alternate Top Bevel (ATB) Teeth at 15 deg. Bevel Angle - the high tooth count and ATB grind shear through wood fibers cleanly, producing smooth, fine-finish crosscuts with minimal tear-out on hardwood, softwood, and plywood.
• Orange Shield Non-Stick PTFE Coating - protects the blade body against corrosion, resin build-up, and rust, reducing friction and blade drag so the blade runs cooler and lasts longer between sharpenings.
• Precision Mirror-Finish Sharpening on Every Tooth - each tooth is precision ground to an extremely fine edge, ensuring consistent cut quality across the full blade life and reducing the need for frequent touch-ups.
• Premium Laser-Cut Harmonic Steel Plate - laser cutting controls plate tolerances tightly, reducing vibration and noise during heavy-duty production crosscuts for a more controlled, accurate cut.
• 0.126" Kerf with a 0.087" Plate - the thin plate and controlled kerf reduce material waste and cutting resistance, which is especially valuable in industrial cabinet-making where lumber costs matter.
• 10 deg. Hook Angle - the moderate positive hook angle provides an aggressive yet controlled feed rate suited to heavy-duty crosscutting on radial arm saws, slide miter saws, and table saws.
• 6,400 Maximum RPM Rating - rated for high-speed production machinery, giving professional users the flexibility to run this blade on a wide range of industrial saw platforms without concern for overspeed.
• HW (Hardmetal/Carbide) Tooth Material - carbide-tipped teeth stay sharper far longer than standard steel teeth, reducing downtime and replacement costs in heavy daily-use cabinet shop environments.

Why This Product

• With 72 ATB teeth and a 15 deg. bevel angle, this blade is specifically configured for fine finish crosscutting - making it a direct solution for industrial cabinet-makers who cannot afford tear-out, fuzz, or splintering on finished panels and hardwood stock.
• The Orange Shield PTFE non-stick coating addresses one of the most common problems in production shops: resin and pitch build-up that causes blade drag, heat, and premature dulling - keeping the blade performing consistently through long production runs.
• The 6,400 RPM rating and compatibility with radial arm saws, miter saws, table saws, and circular saws make this a versatile blade that can move between machines in a shop without requiring a separate blade for each saw type.
• Carbide (HW) tooth material paired with precision mirror-finish grinding extends the interval between sharpenings, lowering the total cost of ownership for shops running this blade in high-volume crosscutting operations on soft and hardwood and plywood.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: 205.072.12
• Brand: CMT Orange Tools
• Diameter: 12"
• Number of Teeth: 72
• Bore Diameter: 25.4mm (1")
• Tooth Grind Type: ATB 15
• Hook Angle: 10 deg.
• Kerf Thickness: 0.126"
• Plate Thickness: 0.087"
• Maximum RPM: 6,400
• Tooth Material: HW
• Coating: Orange Shield Non-Stick PTFE

Approved Applications

• Heavy-duty crosscuts in industrial cabinet-making environments
• Fine finish crosscutting in softwood and hardwood
• Clean crosscuts in plywood panels

Frequently Asked Questions

What machines is this 12" saw blade compatible with?

This blade is designed for use with radial arm saws, miter saws, circular saws, table saws, and special saws - provided the machine accepts a 12" blade with a 1" (25.4mm) bore and operates within the 6,400 RPM maximum rating.

What materials can this blade cut?

The CMT Fine Finish ATB blade is designed to cut softwood, hardwood, and plywood. Its 72-tooth ATB configuration is specifically suited to producing fine finish crosscuts in these materials with minimal tear-out.

What does the ATB 15 tooth grind mean and why does it matter for woodworking?

ATB stands for Alternate Top Bevel - meaning alternating teeth are beveled in opposite directions at a 15 deg. angle. This geometry shears wood fibers from both sides of the kerf simultaneously, which is what produces the clean, splinter-free edges that make this blade ideal for cabinet-making and fine finish crosscutting work.

What is the Orange Shield PTFE coating and what does it do for the blade?

The Orange Shield coating is a non-stick PTFE finish applied to the blade body. It protects against corrosion, rust, and resin build-up, and it reduces friction between the blade and the material being cut - helping the blade run cooler, resist drag, and maintain consistent performance over a longer service life.