CMT Single Sided Laminate and Melamine Saw Blade - 250 x 30mm, 80-Tooth TCG is a precision-engineered circular saw blade built for industrial panel sizing, delivering clean, chip-free cuts on single-sided melamine, laminate, chipboard, MDF, hardwood, and plywood. Designed for metric-arbor machines including miter saws, radial arm saws, vertical panel saws, and stationary table saws, this 80-tooth blade meets the demands of cabinetry production, furniture manufacturing, and high-volume panel processing where edge quality is critical.

Key Features

• 80 Triple Chip Grind (TCG) Teeth - the TCG tooth geometry alternates flat and chamfered teeth to shear through laminate and melamine surfaces cleanly, preventing chipping and delamination on the finished face of single-sided panels.
• 250mm Blade Diameter with 30mm Bore - sized specifically for metric-arbor machines, this blade fits directly onto stationary table saws, vertical panel saws, radial arm saws, and miter saws without adapters or modification.
• COMBI3 Pin Hole Configuration - the combination pin hole pattern provides precise blade registration on compatible machines, reducing vibration and improving cut consistency across long production runs.
• 5 deg. Cutting Angle - a low hook angle controls the blade's aggressiveness during cut entry, reducing the risk of grabbing or tear-out when processing brittle laminate and melamine surfaces.
• HW (Hardmetal/Carbide) Tooth Material - tungsten carbide tipping maintains sharp cutting edges through extended use in abrasive materials such as chipboard, MDF, and high-pressure laminate, reducing the frequency of blade changes.
• Maximum 7,600 RPM Rating - supports operation at high spindle speeds typical of industrial panel sizing equipment, allowing efficient throughput without compromising safety margins.
• Single-Sided Panel Application Focus - engineered specifically for sizing single sheets and multiple panel stacks, making it a direct fit for industrial sizing operations where one finished face must remain pristine.

Why This Product

• Cabinet shops and furniture manufacturers processing single-sided melamine or laminate panels need a blade that protects the finished decorative face - the TCG grind and 80-tooth count work together to deliver that chip-free result on the critical surface.
• The 250 x 30mm metric specification makes this blade a direct fit for the metric-arbor stationary machines commonly used in industrial panel sizing environments, eliminating the need for bore reduction rings or adapter bushings.
• With a 7,600 RPM maximum rating, this blade is compatible with the higher spindle speeds found on vertical panel saws and industrial table saws, supporting faster feed rates during high-volume cutting operations.
• The blade's material compatibility - hardwood, plywood, melamine, laminate, chipboard, and MDF - means a single blade handles the variety of sheet goods encountered in a typical panel processing workflow, reducing tool changes and downtime.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: 281.680.10M
• Brand: CMT Orange Tools
• Blade Diameter: 250mm
• Bore Diameter: 30mm
• Number of Teeth: 80
• Tooth Grind Type: TCG (Triple Chip Grind)
• Cutting Angle: 5 deg.
• Kerf Thickness: 3.2mm
• Plate Thickness: 2.2mm
• Pin Hole: COMBI3
• Tooth Material: HW (Hardmetal Carbide)
• Maximum RPM: 7,600
• Application Type: Single-Sided Laminate and Melamine Panel Sizing

Approved Applications

• Industrial panel sizing of single sheets and multiple panel stacks
• Cutting single-sided melamine panels with a chip-free finished face
• Sizing laminate, chipboard, MDF, plywood, and hardwood sheet goods
• Crosscutting on miter saws and radial arm saws with metric arbors
• Ripping and sizing on stationary table saws and vertical panel saws

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of machines is this blade compatible with?

This blade is designed for metric-arbor machines including miter saws, radial arm saws, vertical panel saws, and stationary table saws. The 30mm bore diameter and COMBI3 pin hole configuration ensure proper fit and registration on compatible metric-arbor equipment.

Why is a TCG tooth grind recommended for melamine and laminate cutting?

The Triple Chip Grind (TCG) alternates between a flat-top tooth and a chamfered raker tooth. This geometry is specifically suited to brittle surface materials like melamine and high-pressure laminate because it shears the material cleanly at the cut line, reducing chipping and delamination on the finished decorative face of single-sided panels.

What is the maximum safe operating speed for this blade?

The blade is rated for a maximum of 7,600 RPM. Always verify that the spindle speed of your machine does not exceed this rating before operating the blade.

What materials can this blade cut effectively?

This blade is suited for hardwood, plywood, melamine, laminate, chipboard, and MDF. The 80-tooth TCG configuration and hardmetal carbide teeth make it particularly effective for abrasive engineered wood panels and laminate-surfaced sheet goods encountered in cabinetry and furniture manufacturing environments.