The CMT ITK Combination Saw Blade - 10 in. x 50-Tooth x 5/8 in. is a professional-grade carbide-tipped circular saw blade engineered for versatile cutting performance across a wide range of wood-based materials. Designed for use on miter saws, slide miter saws, stationary table saws, and portable table saws, this 50-tooth combination blade handles ripping, crosscutting, plywood, melamine, hardwood, and softwood with a single setup - no blade swaps required. The 4 ATB + 1 Flat tooth geometry delivers clean, accurate cuts in both directions of grain, making it a practical choice for carpenters, finish woodworkers, and production shops that need consistent results without downtime.

Key Features

• 4 ATB + 1 Flat Tooth Configuration (4 ATB 15 deg. + 1 Flat) - combines Alternate Top Bevel teeth for smooth crosscuts with a Flat Top raker for efficient material removal during rips, so one blade handles both operations without a change-out mid-job.
• 50-Tooth Count - provides a balance between cutting speed and surface finish quality, making this blade well-suited for combination cutting in hardwood, softwood, plywood, and melamine.
• 15 deg. Cutting Angle - optimized hook angle reduces feed resistance on a table saw or miter saw while maintaining control and cut quality across varying material densities.
• Tri-Metal Silver-Copper-Silver Brazing - the special Tri-Metal Brazing process bonds carbide teeth to the blade body with high-strength integrity, allowing teeth to handle elevated stress and impact when cutting harder woods and composite materials without tip separation.
• Precision Blade Body Flatness via Special Straightening Processes - exceptionally reduced tolerances in body flatness mean less vibration, cleaner cuts, and longer bearing life on your saw.
• Full Balancing on All Saw Blades - each blade is balanced to guarantee maximum stability at operating speeds, reducing chatter and improving cut-line accuracy throughout the blade's service life.
• 0.102 in. Kerf / 0.071 in. Plate Thickness - a relatively thin plate reduces material waste and lowers the power demand on corded 10 in. and 12 in. saws, preserving motor longevity.
• 7,600 Maximum RPM Rating - rated for the higher speeds of corded stationary and portable table saws, giving the blade the safety margin needed for demanding production use.
• HW (Tungsten Carbide) Tooth Material - hardened carbide tips maintain a sharp cutting edge longer than standard steel teeth, reducing resharpening frequency and extending the interval between blade replacements.
• 5/8 in. Bore Diameter - fits the standard arbor size found on the vast majority of 10 in. miter saws and table saws, making installation straightforward with no adapter required on compatible machines.

Why This Product

• One blade for ripping and crosscutting - the 4 ATB + 1 Flat tooth pattern is specifically configured for combination cutting, which means a carpenter or site crew can run hardwood, softwood, plywood, and melamine through a miter saw or table saw without stopping to swap blades.
• Built for high-cycle and high-stress cutting - the Tri-Metal Silver-Copper-Silver Brazing and tungsten carbide (HW) tooth material are engineered to handle the repeated impact of cutting harder woods and composite materials, making this a dependable choice for production environments.
• Precision-matched to professional saw tolerances - blade body flatness obtained via special straightening processes and full balancing on all saw blades means this 10 in. blade runs true on stationary table saws and slide miter saws where runout directly affects cut quality and joinery fit.
• Safe operating headroom for corded saw speeds - the 7,600 RPM maximum rating gives users confidence when running this blade on full-power corded machines, covering the typical no-load speeds of 10 in. and 12 in. corded table saws and miter saws.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: 256.050.10
• Brand: CMT Orange Tools
• Diameter: 10 in.
• Bore Diameter: 15.88 mm (5/8 in.)
• Number of Teeth: 50
• Tooth Grind: 4 ATB 15 deg. + 1 Flat
• Cutting Angle: 15 deg.
• Kerf Thickness: 0.102 in.
• Plate Thickness: 0.071 in.
• Maximum RPM: 7,600
• Tooth Material: HW (Tungsten Carbide)

Approved Applications

• Ripping - hardwood and softwood
• Crosscutting - hardwood and softwood
• Cutting plywood
• Cutting melamine
• Combination rip and crosscut operations with a single blade

Frequently Asked Questions

What tooth configuration does this blade use and why does it matter for combination cutting?

This blade uses a 4 ATB 15 deg. + 1 Flat tooth pattern. The four Alternate Top Bevel teeth produce clean slicing action for crosscuts across wood grain, while the single Flat Top raker clears material efficiently during rip cuts along the grain. Together, this alternating group configuration allows the blade to handle both cut directions in hardwood, softwood, plywood, and melamine without requiring a dedicated rip blade or crosscut blade.

What saws is the CMT ITK Combination Blade compatible with?

This blade is compatible with miter saws, slide miter saws, stationary table saws, and portable table saws. It is optimized for use on 10 in. and 12 in. corded saws. The 5/8 in. bore fits the standard arbor size common to these machine types.

What is the maximum safe operating speed for this blade?

The maximum rated speed is 7,600 RPM. Always verify that your saw's no-load speed does not exceed this rating before mounting the blade. Running a blade above its rated RPM is a safety hazard and can cause blade failure.

What makes the Tri-Metal Brazing on this blade significant?

The Special Silver-Copper-Silver Tri-Metal Brazing process bonds the tungsten carbide teeth to the blade body using a layered metallic braze rather than a single-alloy bond. According to CMT, this construction allows the teeth to handle high stress and impact - particularly relevant when cutting harder woods and composite materials like melamine - reducing the risk of tooth separation under demanding use conditions.