CMT 250.024.10 Framing and Ripping Saw Blade is a 10 in. x 5/8 in., 24-tooth carbide-tipped circular saw blade engineered for fast, aggressive ripping through hardwood, softwood, OSB, pressure-treated lumber, and laminated beams. Designed for both corded circular saws and cordless circular saws, this blade delivers the stability and tooth durability that framing crews and woodworkers demand when ripping solid lumber and engineered wood products at high feed rates.

Key Features

• ATB 10 deg. Tooth Grind (Alternate Top Bevel) - the 10 deg. alternating bevel geometry shears wood fibers cleanly during ripping cuts, reducing tear-out and keeping cut edges smoother across hardwood and softwood species.
• 24-Tooth Count - the low tooth count is optimized for fast material removal during ripping operations, allowing the blade to clear chips quickly and maintain cutting speed through thick hardwood, softwood, and laminated beams.
• Tri-Metal Silver-Copper-Silver Brazing - this special three-layer brazing bond secures each carbide tooth with exceptional strength, so teeth resist high stress and impact when cutting harder woods and composite materials without losing their set.
• Special Straightening Process for Body Flatness - the blade plate undergoes a precision straightening process that holds exceptionally tight tolerances on flatness, reducing wobble and delivering more accurate, consistent cuts through every ripping pass.
• Full Blade Balancing - every blade is balanced at the factory, which maximizes running stability at speed and minimizes vibration transferred to the saw and the operator's hands during extended use.
• HW (Tungsten Carbide) Teeth Material - carbide tooth tips maintain their cutting edge longer than standard steel teeth, extending the service life of the blade across demanding framing and ripping applications.
• 7,600 Maximum RPM Rating - a high RPM rating means the blade can run safely in high-speed circular saws and cordless circular saws, giving users flexibility across a range of jobsite tools.
• 0.102 in. Kerf / 0.071 in. Plate Thickness - the thin plate behind the wider kerf reduces material waste and demands less power from the saw motor, which is especially beneficial when running a cordless circular saw on battery power.

Why This Product

• Framing crews cutting pressure-treated lumber, OSB, and laminated beams need a blade that handles abrasive and dense materials without rapid tooth degradation - the Tri-Metal Silver-Copper-Silver brazing and tungsten carbide teeth address exactly that problem.
• The 24-tooth ATB 10 deg. grind is purpose-built for ripping, not crosscutting, so users who need maximum throughput along the wood grain get a blade configured for that task rather than a general-purpose compromise.
• Body flatness achieved through special straightening processes and full factory balancing means the blade tracks true at up to 7,600 RPM, which reduces the risk of binding or deflection when ripping long boards on a portable or stationary saw.
• Compatibility with both corded circular saws and cordless circular saws gives the blade versatility across jobsite conditions - whether the user is working from a power outlet or running on battery, the blade is rated for the tool.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: 250.024.10
• Brand: CMT Orange Tools
• Diameter: 10 in.
• Bore Diameter: 15.88mm (5/8 in.)
• Number of Teeth: 24
• Tooth Grind: ATB 10
• Cutting Angle: 10 deg.
• Kerf Thickness: 0.102 in.
• Plate Thickness: 0.071 in.
• Maximum RPM: 7,600
• Tooth Material: HW (Tungsten Carbide)
• Brazing Type: Tri-Metal Silver-Copper-Silver

Approved Applications

• Framing
• Ripping
• Hardwood cutting
• Softwood cutting
• OSB cutting
• Pressure-treated lumber cutting
• Laminated beam cutting

Frequently Asked Questions

What saws is the CMT 250.024.10 compatible with?

This blade is designed for use with corded circular saws and cordless circular saws. The 5/8 in. bore diameter and 7,600 maximum RPM rating make it compatible with a wide range of portable and stationary circular saw platforms commonly used for framing and ripping work.

Is this blade suitable for cutting pressure-treated lumber and OSB?

Yes. The CMT 250.024.10 is specifically listed for cutting hardwood, softwood, OSB, pressure-treated lumber, and laminated beams. The Tri-Metal Silver-Copper-Silver brazing is designed to handle the high stress and impact associated with these abrasive and dense materials.

What does ATB 10 deg. tooth grind mean, and why does it matter for ripping?

ATB stands for Alternate Top Bevel - each tooth alternates between a left-hand and right-hand bevel at 10 deg. This geometry is well-suited for ripping applications because it shears wood fibers along the grain efficiently, producing cleaner cut edges compared to a flat-top grind while still maintaining fast material removal at a 24-tooth count.

What is the difference between the kerf thickness and the plate thickness on this blade?

The kerf thickness (0.102 in.) is the total width of material removed by the cutting teeth, while the plate thickness (0.071 in.) is the thickness of the steel body of the blade itself. The difference between the two - approximately 0.031 in. per side - represents the set of the carbide teeth beyond the plate, which prevents the plate from binding in the cut during ripping passes.