The CMT 225.700.16 Non-Ferrous Metal and Melamine Saw Blade is a 16-inch, 100-tooth industrial circular saw blade engineered for heavy-duty cutting of aluminum, brass, copper, PVC, and other non-ferrous metals, as well as melamine panels. Built for professional-grade performance on thick-walled extrusions and large-format sheet materials, this blade's Triple Chip Grind geometry and negative hook angle deliver clean, burr-free cuts where precision matters most. Whether you're cross-cutting aluminum profiles on a radial arm saw or ripping melamine panels on a table saw, this CMT Industrial Xtreme blade is purpose-built for the task.

Key Features

• Triple Chip Grind (TCG) tooth geometry - alternating flat and chamfered tooth profiles shear through non-ferrous metals and PVC with minimal burring, reducing finishing time and producing cleaner edges on every pass.
• -6 deg. negative hook angle - the negative cutting angle reduces grabbing and self-feeding on metals and plastics, giving the operator greater control and improving cut safety on radial arm saws, miter saws, and table saws.
• 100-tooth high tooth count on a 16-inch plate - the dense tooth configuration produces smoother surface finishes on aluminum, brass, copper, and melamine, minimizing chipping and secondary cleanup work.
• 0.150-inch kerf with 0.126-inch plate thickness - the controlled kerf-to-plate ratio reduces vibration and flexing during the cut, helping maintain straight, accurate lines through thick-walled extrusions.
• Heavy-duty cutting capability on thick-walled extrusions - rated for demanding industrial applications where thinner or lower-tooth-count blades would struggle, this blade maintains consistent performance across a full range of non-ferrous stock.
• Compatible with radial arm saws, miter saws, table saws, and special saws - broad machine compatibility means the blade integrates into multiple shop setups without requiring additional adapters for the standard 25.4 mm bore.
• 4,800 RPM maximum speed rating - matched to the operating speeds of large-format miter and table saws, keeping the blade within a safe, efficient cutting range for non-ferrous materials and PVC.
• Hardmetal (HW) carbide tips - tungsten carbide tooth material maintains sharpness through extended cuts in abrasive metals and resin-impregnated melamine surfaces, extending service life between sharpenings.

Why This Product

• Purpose-built for thick-walled aluminum extrusions and non-ferrous metals - where general-purpose saw blades chip, grab, or leave ragged edges, the TCG grind and negative hook angle of this blade work together to produce clean cuts through demanding stock.
• One blade handles a wide range of materials - aluminum, brass, copper, PVC, and melamine can all be processed with a single blade, reducing tool changes and keeping production moving on mixed-material jobs.
• 100 teeth on a 16-inch diameter provides the high tooth engagement needed for smooth surface finishes on non-ferrous metals without sacrificing feed rate, making it well-suited to both production shops and heavy fabrication environments.
• The 25.4 mm bore fits standard large-format radial arm saws, miter saws, and table saws, making it a straightforward upgrade for shops already running 16-inch cutting equipment.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: 225.700.16
• Brand: CMT Orange Tools
• Diameter: 16"
• Number of Teeth: 100
• Bore Diameter: 25.4 mm
• Tooth Grind Type: TCG (Triple Chip Grind)
• Cutting Angle: -6 deg.
• Kerf Thickness: 0.150"
• Plate Thickness: 0.126"
• Maximum RPM: 4,800
• Tooth Material: HW (Hardmetal Carbide)

Approved Applications

• Heavy-duty cutting of thick-walled aluminum, brass, and copper extrusions
• Cutting thin-walled non-ferrous metal extrusions
• PVC and plastic profile cutting
• Melamine panel cutting
• Use on radial arm saws, miter saws, table saws, and special saws

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials can this blade cut?

This blade is designed to cut aluminum, brass, copper, PVC, and other non-ferrous metals, as well as melamine panels. It performs well on both thick-walled and thin-walled extrusions, with the TCG tooth geometry providing clean, burr-reduced results across all of these materials.

Why does this blade use a negative hook angle?

The -6 deg. negative hook angle reduces the tendency of the blade to grab or self-feed when cutting metals and plastics. This is especially important on radial arm saws and miter saws, where a positive hook angle could cause aggressive and potentially unsafe material engagement. The negative geometry gives the operator better control and produces a more controlled, smooth cut.

What machines is this 16-inch blade compatible with?

This blade is compatible with radial arm saws, miter saws, table saws, and special saws that accept a 16-inch diameter blade with a 25.4 mm bore. Always confirm your saw's arbor size and maximum blade diameter before mounting.

What is Triple Chip Grind (TCG) and why does it matter for non-ferrous cutting?

Triple Chip Grind alternates between a flat-top tooth and a chamfered tooth. The chamfered tooth breaks the chip ahead of the flat tooth, which then cleans the bottom of the cut. This combination significantly reduces burring and edge chipping when cutting non-ferrous metals like aluminum and brass, as well as melamine, and typically results in a finish that requires little or no secondary deburring.