CMT Industrial Panel Sizing Saw Blade - 355 x 80mm, 72-Tooth TCG is a heavy-duty circular saw blade engineered for industrial panel sizing machines operating in high-volume production environments. Designed to size single sheets and multiple panels with precision, this 355mm diameter blade delivers clean, accurate cuts in demanding manufacturing applications. With a Triple Chip Grind (TCG) tooth geometry and a 72-tooth configuration, it is purpose-built for sheet materials that require chip-free, splinter-free results on every pass.

Key Features

• Triple Chip Grind (TCG) Tooth Geometry - the alternating flat and chamfered tooth pattern reduces chipping and produces clean-edged cuts in coated, laminated, and composite panel materials, protecting finished surfaces on every cut.
• 72 Hardmetal (HW) Teeth - a high tooth count combined with carbide-grade hardmetal tips maintains sharp cutting edges through extended production runs, reducing downtime between sharpenings.
• 355mm Blade Diameter - sized specifically for industrial panel sizing machines, ensuring proper blade-to-guard and blade-to-table geometry without modification.
• 80mm Bore Diameter with COMBI Pin Hole Pattern (4/9/100 + 2/9/110 + 2/14/110) - the multi-configuration pin hole layout provides compatibility with a wide range of industrial panel sizing machine arbor and flange systems, reducing the need for adapters.
• 4.4mm Kerf with 3.2mm Plate Thickness - the difference between kerf and plate thickness provides adequate side clearance to reduce friction and heat buildup during repeated panel cuts, extending blade service life.
• 10 deg. Cutting Angle (Hook/Rake Angle) - a positive 10 deg. cutting angle optimizes feed force and cutting aggression for panel sizing applications, helping the blade advance smoothly through sheet stock during production cycles.

Why This Product

• Purpose-built for industrial panel sizing - this blade is specifically designed for panel sizing machines cutting single sheets and multiple panels, not a general-purpose workaround, which means it is optimized for the feed rates, arbor configurations, and material thicknesses common in panel processing operations.
• TCG geometry eliminates edge rework - the Triple Chip Grind tooth pattern is the industry standard for cutting coated and laminated panels because it prevents chipping on both the entry and exit faces of the cut, reducing the need for secondary edge finishing.
• Multi-flange pin hole compatibility - the COMBI pin hole pattern (4/9/100 + 2/9/110 + 2/14/110) means this blade fits multiple machine configurations without requiring a dedicated adapter, simplifying tooling management across different panel sizing equipment.
• 72-tooth HW carbide configuration supports high-production throughput - with a high tooth count and hardmetal carbide tips, this blade stays sharp longer under continuous production loads, helping maintain consistent cut quality across large panel batches.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: 282.072.14W2
• Brand: CMT Orange Tools
• Blade Diameter: 355mm
• Bore Diameter: 80mm
• Pin Hole: 4/9/100 + 2/9/110 + 2/14/110
• Number of Teeth: 72
• Tooth Grind Type: TCG (Triple Chip Grind)
• Kerf Thickness: 4.4mm
• Plate Thickness: 3.2mm
• Cutting Angle: 10 deg.
• Tooth Material: HW (Hardmetal Carbide)
• Compatible Machines: Panel Sizing Machines

Approved Applications

• Sizing single sheets on industrial panel sizing machines
• Sizing multiple panels in batch production on panel sizing machines

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of machines is this CMT 355mm blade designed for?

This blade is designed specifically for industrial panel sizing machines. It is not intended for use on standard table saws or hand-held circular saws. The 80mm bore diameter and COMBI pin hole pattern (4/9/100 + 2/9/110 + 2/14/110) are configured for the arbor and flange systems found on dedicated panel sizing equipment.

What does TCG tooth grind mean and why does it matter for panel cutting?

TCG stands for Triple Chip Grind, a tooth geometry that alternates between a flat-topped tooth and a chamfered (trapezoidal) tooth. This pattern is specifically effective for cutting coated, laminated, and composite panel materials because it reduces chipping and tearing at both the top and bottom faces of the panel during the cut, resulting in cleaner finished edges.

What is the significance of the COMBI pin hole configuration on this blade?

The pin hole configuration - 4/9/100 + 2/9/110 + 2/14/110 - describes the number, diameter, and pitch circle diameter of the locating pin holes on the blade flange area. This COMBI pattern is designed to match multiple industrial panel sizing machine flange standards, allowing the blade to be mounted securely and precisely on a range of compatible equipment without needing a separate adapter plate.

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

The kerf thickness is 4.4mm, which is the total width of the cut the blade makes through the material. The plate thickness is 3.2mm, which is the thickness of the steel body of the blade itself. The 1.2mm difference represents the side clearance provided by the carbide tooth tips, which extends beyond the plate on each side. This clearance reduces friction between the blade body and the panel material during cutting, which helps manage heat and extends the service life of the blade.