CMT Ultra Finish Plywood and Melamine Saw Blade - 220x30mm, 64-Tooth Hi-ATB is a precision-ground circular saw blade engineered for crosscutting applications where surface quality is non-negotiable. Designed specifically for double-sided melamine panels, veneered plywood, laminates, and chipboard, this 220mm metric blade delivers a glass-smooth finish on both faces of laminated sheet goods without the need for a separate scoring blade. The Hi-ATB (High Alternate Top Bevel) tooth geometry at a steep -5 deg. negative hook angle slices cleanly through brittle coatings, making it a reliable choice for finish carpentry, cabinet work, and millwork on miter saws, radial arm saws, circular saws, and table saws equipped with a 30mm arbor.

Key Features

• 64-Tooth Hi-ATB Geometry - the high alternate top bevel configuration produces ultra-fine crosscuts with virtually no tearout on both surfaces of double-sided laminated panels, eliminating the need for a scoring blade setup and saving significant setup time.
• -5 deg. Negative Hook Angle - a negative hook angle controls the aggressiveness of the cut, reducing the risk of grab or chipping when slicing through brittle melamine coatings and thin veneers, resulting in cleaner, more controlled feeding.
• 220mm Diameter with 30mm Bore - the metric 30mm arbor bore fits radial arm saws, miter saws, sliding compound miter saws, and table saws configured for European-standard tooling, providing broad machine compatibility across metric-arbor equipment.
• 8,500 RPM Maximum Speed Rating - rated for up to 8,500 RPM, this blade is safely matched to the operating speeds of stationary and portable metric-arbor machines, supporting confident, full-speed cutting performance.
• Hardmetal (HW) Carbide Tips - premium carbide tooth material maintains sharp cutting edges through extended runs on abrasive materials such as melamine, laminates, and chipboard, reducing the frequency of resharpening and replacement.
• Optimized for Crosscuts on Sheet Goods - specifically engineered for crosscutting solid wood, moldings, melamine, laminates, veneered plywood, and chipboard, making it a versatile workhorse for panel processing and finish trim work.

Why This Product

• No scoring blade required - the 64-tooth Hi-ATB design delivers a clean, chip-free finish on both faces of double-sided laminated panels in a single pass, eliminating the complexity and cost of a two-blade scoring setup.
• Wide machine compatibility - the 30mm bore fits radial arm saws, miter saws, circular saws, table saws, and special saws with a 30mm arbor, so one blade serves multiple machines in a shop with metric-tooling equipment.
• Purpose-built for the most demanding sheet materials - the -5 deg. negative hook angle and Hi-ATB tooth form are specifically calibrated for chipboard, melamine, laminate, and veneered plywood - materials that expose poor blade geometry immediately through chipping and tearout.
• Hardmetal carbide construction for durability - HW carbide tips resist dulling on abrasive composite and coated sheet goods, extending blade life significantly compared to standard steel or lower-grade carbide alternatives.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: 283.064.09M
• Brand: CMT Orange Tools
• Diameter: 220mm
• Bore Diameter: 30mm
• Number of Teeth: 64
• Tooth Grind Type: Hi-ATB (High Alternate Top Bevel)
• Hook Angle: -5 deg. Negative
• Tooth Material: HW (Hardmetal Carbide)
• Maximum RPM: 8,500

Approved Applications

• Crosscutting solid wood and moldings
• Cutting double-sided melamine panels
• Cutting laminates and veneered plywood
• Cutting chipboard and composite sheet goods

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a scoring blade when using this blade to cut double-sided melamine?

No. The 64-tooth Hi-ATB geometry is specifically designed to produce a clean finish on both faces of double-sided laminated panels in a single pass, making a separate scoring blade unnecessary for typical crosscutting operations.

What machines is this blade compatible with?

This blade is compatible with radial arm saws, miter saws, circular saws, table saws, and special saws that have a 30mm arbor. The 220mm diameter and 30mm bore are European metric dimensions, so confirm your machine accepts a 30mm arbor before fitting.

What materials can this blade cut?

This blade is designed for solid wood, moldings, melamine, laminates, veneered plywood, and chipboard. It is optimized for crosscutting applications rather than ripping.

What is the maximum operating speed for this blade?

The maximum rated speed is 8,500 RPM. Always confirm that your machine's no-load RPM does not exceed this rating before use to ensure safe operation.

Note: This model does not feature Orange Chrome coating.