The CMT Ultra Finish Plywood and Melamine Saw Blade - 8" x 60 Tooth ATB, 5/8" Bore is a precision-engineered circular saw blade from CMT, designed for flawless crosscuts on two-sided laminated panels, veneered plywood, melamine, and chipboard - all without requiring a scoring blade. Built with premium laser-cut harmonic steel, a Hi-ATB 38 deg. tooth grind, and CMT's signature Orange Shield non-stick PTFE coating, this blade delivers mirror-quality cut surfaces on demanding finish woodworking applications. Whether you are running a radial arm saw, miter saw, or stationary table saw, this 60-tooth blade is engineered for the clean, splinter-free results that professional cabinetmakers and finish carpenters expect on laminates and sheet goods.

Key Features

• Hi-ATB 38 deg. Tooth Grind - the High Alternate Top Bevel geometry slices cleanly through laminate faces and veneer surfaces, dramatically reducing tearout and chipping on both sides of the workpiece without a scoring blade.
• Orange Shield Non-Stick PTFE Coating - protects the blade body from corrosion, resin adhesion, and pitch buildup, reducing friction and heat during cuts so the blade runs cooler and lasts longer between sharpenings.
• 60 ATB Teeth - a high tooth count produces finer, smoother cut surfaces on melamine, chipboard, and veneered plywood, minimizing sanding and finishing time after the cut.
• 2 deg. Hook Angle - a low positive hook angle controls the feed rate through brittle laminate materials, reducing the tendency to grab or chip the surface coating on cross-grain and panel cuts.
• 0.126" Kerf / 0.087" Plate - the thin plate and moderate kerf width reduce material waste, decrease motor load on miter saws and circular saws, and produce cleaner, more controlled cuts through sheet goods.
• 9,500 Maximum RPM Rating - rated for high-speed operation on radial arm saws, miter saws, circular saws, table saws, and special saws, ensuring safe use across a full range of professional woodworking machines.
• 8" / 8-1/4" Dual Diameter Compatibility - fits the two most common saw sizes in the workshop, giving this blade versatile cross-compatibility across table saws and miter saws without requiring a separate blade for each machine.
• 5/8" Bore Diameter - the standard 5/8" arbor bore fits the vast majority of portable and stationary woodworking saws used in professional cabinetry and millwork shops.
• HW Carbide Tip Material - hard metal carbide teeth maintain a sharp cutting edge through extended production runs on abrasive laminate and chipboard materials, prolonging service life well beyond standard steel blades.

Why This Product

• This blade eliminates the need for a dedicated scoring blade when cross-cutting two-sided laminated panels - the Hi-ATB 38 deg. grind geometry handles both faces cleanly in a single pass, saving setup time and tooling cost.
• The combination of a 60-tooth count, low 2 deg. hook angle, and PTFE-coated plate makes this blade specifically suited to melamine, veneered plywood, and laminate work where tearout or chip-out on the finish face would require rework or material waste.
• At 9,500 RPM maximum and a 5/8" bore, this blade covers a wide range of job site and shop machines - from portable circular saws and miter saws to radial arm saws and stationary table saws - without compromise on safety ratings.
• The Orange Shield PTFE coating actively reduces pitch and resin accumulation during cutting, keeping the blade performing consistently through long production runs on sheet goods and laminated board without frequent cleaning interruptions.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: 210.060.08
• Brand: CMT Orange Tools
• Diameter: 8" / 8-1/4"
• Number of Teeth: 60
• Tooth Grind Type: Hi-ATB 38 deg.
• Hook Angle: 2 deg.
• Bore Diameter: 15.88mm (5/8")
• Kerf Thickness: 0.126"
• Plate Thickness: 0.087"
• Maximum RPM: 9,500
• Tip Material: HW (Hard Metal Carbide)
• Coating: Orange Shield Non-Stick PTFE

Approved Applications

• Crosscuts on solid wood and moldings
• Two-sided laminated panel cutting without a scoring blade
• Melamine and high-pressure laminate cutting
• Veneered plywood finish cutting
• Chipboard and particleboard cutting
• Compatible machines: radial arm saws, miter saws, circular saws, table saws, and special saws

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Yes. The Hi-ATB 38 deg. tooth grind is specifically designed for crosscuts and perfect finishing on two-sided laminated panels without requiring a scoring blade, making it ideal for cabinet shops and millwork operations cutting melamine and laminate sheet goods.

What machines is this blade compatible with?

This blade is rated for use on radial arm saws, miter saws, circular saws, table saws, and special saws. It has a 5/8" bore diameter and a maximum rating of 9,500 RPM, and is designed to fit both 8" and 8-1/4" saw configurations.

What materials can this blade cut?

This blade is designed to cut solid wood, moldings, melamine, laminates, veneered plywood, and chipboard. The 60-tooth Hi-ATB geometry and low 2 deg. hook angle make it particularly effective on brittle face materials where surface quality on the cut edge is critical.

What does the Orange Shield PTFE coating do for blade performance?

The Orange Shield non-stick PTFE coating resists corrosion and resin buildup on the blade plate. It reduces friction and heat generation during cutting, which helps the blade maintain performance consistency over extended use on abrasive materials like laminate and chipboard.