The CMT Ultra Finish Sliding Compound Saw Blade - 8-1/2" x 5/8", 60-Tooth ATB+TCG is a precision-ground circular saw blade engineered for fine finish crosscutting on radial arm saws and sliding compound miter saws. Built with a 60-tooth Hi-ATB+TCG tooth configuration and a -5 deg. negative hook angle, this blade delivers exceptionally clean, splinter-free cuts through hardwood, softwood, plywood, and double-sided laminate. The Orange Shield non-stick PTFE coating protects the blade body against resin buildup, corrosion, and friction-related heat, extending service life and maintaining consistent cut quality through heavy professional use. Whether you are making precision trim cuts or processing sheet goods with a laminate face, this CMT blade is purpose-built to deliver smooth, repeatable results.

Key Features

• 60-Tooth 4 Hi-ATB + 1 TCG Grind Pattern - the alternating high bevel teeth shear wood fibers cleanly while the triple chip grind tooth handles hard laminate edges, resulting in virtually tear-out-free crosscuts in both solid wood and faced panel materials.
• -5 deg. Negative Hook Angle - limits blade "climbing" and reduces splintering as the teeth enter the workpiece, giving the operator greater control and a cleaner entry cut, especially on double-sided laminate and plywood.
• Orange Shield Non-Stick PTFE Coating - resists resin adhesion, corrosion, and pitch buildup on the blade plate, reducing drag through the cut and helping the blade run cooler for longer tool life.
• 8-1/2" Diameter with 5/8" Bore - sized to fit standard sliding compound miter saws and radial arm saws directly, with no adaptor required for the most common spindle size in this class of machine.
• 0.118" Kerf / 0.100" Plate Thickness - the thin-kerf design removes less material per pass, reducing waste and demanding less power from the saw motor, while the plate remains rigid enough for straight, accurate cuts.
• 9,000 RPM Maximum Rating - rated for the high-speed spindles found on sliding compound miter saws and radial arm saws, ensuring safe, stable operation at the speeds these machines produce.
• HW (Carbide) Tooth Material - industrial-grade carbide tips retain their edge significantly longer than standard steel teeth, reducing the frequency of resharpening and maintaining cut quality through demanding production schedules.

Why This Product

• The 60-tooth Hi-ATB+TCG grind is specifically configured for ultra-fine finish crosscuts - if your work involves double-sided laminate or veneered plywood where both faces must exit the cut cleanly, this tooth geometry is the right match for that requirement.
• The -5 deg. negative hook angle actively controls feed rate and resists blade climb, making this blade well suited for the forward-stroke cutting action of sliding compound miter saws and radial arm saws where positive-hook blades can be aggressive and difficult to manage.
• At 60 teeth with a thin 0.118" kerf, this blade produces a smooth surface finish that can significantly reduce or eliminate the need for sanding or secondary finishing on crosscut edges in hardwood and softwood trim applications.
• The PTFE-coated plate and carbide tooth material together address two common causes of early blade degradation - pitch buildup and edge wear - making this a practical choice for shops that run their saws under continuous or high-volume conditions.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: 219.060.08
• Brand: CMT Orange Tools
• Diameter: 8-1/2"
• Bore Diameter: 15.88mm (5/8")
• Number of Teeth: 60
• Tooth Grind: 4 Hi-ATB 30 deg. + 1 TCG
• Hook Angle: -5 deg.
• Kerf Thickness: 0.118"
• Plate Thickness: 0.100"
• Maximum RPM: 9,000
• Tooth Material: HW (Carbide)
• Coating: Orange Shield Non-Stick PTFE

Approved Applications

• Fine finish crosscuts in hardwood and softwood
• Plywood cutting - clean face veneer entry and exit
• Double-sided laminate panel crosscutting
• Radial arm saw crosscutting operations
• Sliding compound miter saw trim and finish work

Frequently Asked Questions

What machines is this blade designed to fit?

This blade is designed for use on radial arm saws and sliding compound miter saws. It has an 8-1/2" diameter and a 15.88mm (5/8") bore that fits the standard spindle size on these machines.

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

The -5 deg. negative hook angle is intentional for sliding compound miter and radial arm saw applications. It limits the blade's tendency to "climb" into the workpiece during the cutting stroke and reduces splintering at the cut entry, giving the operator better control and a cleaner result, particularly in laminate and plywood.

What materials can this blade cut cleanly?

This blade is rated for softwood, hardwood, plywood, and double-sided laminate. The 60-tooth Hi-ATB+TCG grind pattern is optimized for fine finish crosscuts in all of these materials, with the TCG tooth specifically addressing the harder edges found in laminate-faced panels.

What is the purpose of the Orange Shield PTFE coating on the blade plate?

The Orange Shield PTFE coating is a non-stick surface applied to the blade plate that resists resin, pitch, and corrosion. It reduces friction and heat buildup as the blade passes through the material, which helps maintain cutting performance and extend the usable life of the blade between sharpenings.