The CMT Ultra Finish Plywood and Melamine Saw Blade is a professional-grade 10-inch circular saw blade engineered for clean, splinter-free crosscuts through two-sided laminated panels, veneered plywood, melamine, and solid wood - all without a scoring blade. Part of the CMT Industrial Orange Shield line, this 80-tooth Hi-ATB blade is built with laser-cut harmonic steel, a non-stick PTFE coating, and precision mirror-finish sharpening on every tooth, delivering the kind of ultra-smooth results that demanding woodworkers, cabinet makers, and shop professionals expect from a high-performance finishing blade.

Key Features

• 80-Tooth Hi-ATB 38 deg. Grind - the High Alternate Top Bevel tooth geometry at 38 deg. produces an ultra-fine, chip-free cut edge on both faces of laminated panels, eliminating the need for a separate scoring blade and saving setup time on double-sided melamine and laminate work.
• Orange Shield Non-Stick PTFE Coating - protects the blade plate against corrosion, resin build-up, and rust while reducing friction and heat during cutting, extending blade life and keeping cuts smooth even under heavy daily shop use.
• Laser-Cut Harmonic Steel Plate - precision-cut for dimensional stability and vibration damping, resulting in reduced noise, less blade flex, and consistently accurate cuts across long production runs.
• 2 deg. Hook Angle - a low positive hook angle controls material feed rate on crosscuts, reducing the risk of grab or kickback when cutting moldings, chipboard, and laminated sheet goods.
• 0.126 in. Kerf / 0.087 in. Plate - the thin kerf-to-plate ratio removes less material per pass, reducing waste and motor load, making this blade well-suited for table saws, miter saws, and radial arm saws of varying power.
• 5/8 in. Bore (15.88mm) - the standard 5/8 in. arbor bore fits the widest range of circular saws, miter saws, table saws, and radial arm saws commonly found in professional and production shop environments.
• 7,600 RPM Maximum Rating - rated for high-speed operation on standard 10-inch saw platforms, delivering fast, controlled material removal without compromising finish quality.
• Carbide Tipped (HW) - hardmetal carbide tips maintain a sharp, consistent cutting edge through demanding production cutting of chipboard, laminates, and veneered plywood that would quickly dull a standard steel blade.

Why This Product

• Crosscutting two-sided melamine or laminated panels typically requires a scoring blade to prevent tearout on the underside - this 80-tooth Hi-ATB design achieves clean results on both faces in a single pass, simplifying your saw setup and speeding up production work.
• With a 2 deg. hook angle and precision Hi-ATB 38 deg. tooth geometry, this blade is specifically optimized for finish crosscutting on miter saws, radial arm saws, and table saws where surface quality on laminate, veneered plywood, and solid wood moldings is the top priority.
• The Orange Shield PTFE coating actively reduces resin adhesion and friction heat - two of the most common causes of premature blade wear when cutting chipboard and melamine-coated panels repeatedly throughout the workday.
• Compatibility with circular saws, miter saws, table saws, and radial arm saws through the standard 5/8 in. bore means this one blade works across multiple machines in the same shop, reducing the number of specialty blades needed for high-quality finish cuts.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: 210.080.10
• Brand: CMT Orange Tools
• Diameter: 10 in.
• Number of Teeth: 80
• Bore Diameter: 5/8 in. (15.88mm)
• Tooth Grind Type: Hi-ATB 38
• Kerf Thickness: 0.126 in.
• Plate Thickness: 0.087 in.
• Cutting Angle: 2 deg.
• Maximum RPM: 7,600
• Tooth Material: HW (Hardmetal Carbide)
• Coating: Orange Shield Non-Stick PTFE

Approved Applications

• Crosscuts on solid wood and moldings
• Cutting two-sided laminated panels without a scoring blade
• Melamine and laminate sheet goods
• Veneered plywood
• Chipboard
• Compatible machines: radial arm saws, miter saws, circular saws, table saws, and special saws

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this blade cut two-sided melamine without a scoring blade?

Yes. The 80-tooth Hi-ATB 38 deg. tooth geometry is specifically designed to produce a clean, chip-free finish on both faces of two-sided laminated panels in a single pass, eliminating the need for a separate scoring blade on radial arm saws, miter saws, and table saws.

What is the maximum RPM for this blade?

This blade is rated for a maximum of 7,600 RPM. Always verify that your saw does not exceed this rating before mounting the blade, and follow all manufacturer safety guidelines for your specific machine.

What does the Orange Shield PTFE coating do?

The Orange Shield non-stick PTFE coating protects the blade plate from corrosion, rust, and resin build-up. It also reduces friction and heat generation during cutting, which helps extend the working life of the blade and keeps performance consistent when cutting melamine, chipboard, and laminated materials repeatedly.

Which saw types is this blade compatible with?

This blade is designed for use with radial arm saws, miter saws, circular saws, table saws, and special saws equipped with a standard 5/8 in. arbor. The 10-inch diameter and 5/8 in. bore (15.88mm) fit the most common 10-inch saw platforms used in professional woodworking and cabinet shop environments.