CMT 285.654.14M Heavy-Duty General Purpose Saw Blade is a 350 x 30mm, 54-tooth ATB blade engineered for demanding ripping and crosscutting tasks across a wide range of wood-based materials. Built by CMT for metric-arbor machines including miter saws, slide miter saws, stationary table saws, and portable table saws, this blade handles hardwood, softwood, plywood, veneered panels, melamine, and chipboard with consistent, production-quality results. Whether you need clean cross-grain cuts or efficient rips through dense solid wood, the 54-tooth Alternate Top Bevel geometry and 5 deg. hook angle work together to reduce tear-out and deliver smooth, repeatable performance across mixed material types.

Key Features

• 54-Tooth ATB 10 deg. Grind - the Alternate Top Bevel tooth geometry at 10 deg. sharpening angle scores fibers on entry and exit, significantly reducing tear-out on veneered panels, melamine faces, and chipboard edges where surface quality matters most.
• 5 deg. Hook Angle - a positive 5 deg. cutting angle balances aggression with control, providing smooth feed rates on both hardwood and softwood without binding or chatter during crosscuts or rip cuts.
• 350mm Diameter with 30mm Bore - sized for metric-arbor stationary and portable table saws as well as miter saws and slide miter saws, ensuring direct compatibility without adapter rings or modifications.
• COMBI3 Pin Hole Configuration - the combination pin hole pattern broadens machine compatibility across multiple metric saw platforms, reducing the need for additional adapters in multi-machine shop environments.
• HW (Hardmetal/Carbide) Tooth Material - tungsten carbide tipping maintains sharp cutting edges through extended production runs on abrasive materials like chipboard and melamine, extending intervals between resharpening.
• 5,500 RPM Maximum Speed - rated to 5,500 RPM, this blade safely matches the operating speeds of high-output stationary table saws and slide miter saws used in production woodworking settings.
• 0.137 in. Kerf / 0.098 in. Plate Thickness - the thin kerf-to-plate ratio minimizes material waste per cut while maintaining enough plate rigidity to track straight through dense hardwoods and composite panels.

Why This Product

• True multi-material versatility - a single blade handles rips and crosscuts on hardwood, softwood, plywood, veneered panels, melamine, and chipboard, reducing blade changes and downtime when processing mixed material loads in production environments.
• Broad machine compatibility for professional shops - the 350 x 30mm metric sizing combined with the COMBI3 pin hole fits miter saws, slide miter saws, stationary table saws, and portable table saws, making this a practical general-purpose choice for shops running multiple machine types.
• High-RPM rating supports production-speed equipment - the 5,500 RPM rating accommodates the operating speeds of professional stationary saws used in high-throughput environments, so this blade keeps pace with demanding cutting schedules rather than becoming the limiting factor.
• ATB geometry protects finished surfaces - the Alternate Top Bevel grind is specifically suited to veneered plywood, melamine, and chipboard where face quality is critical, helping avoid costly rework or material rejection due to chipped edges.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: 285.654.14M
• Brand: CMT Orange Tools
• Diameter: 350mm
• Bore Diameter: 30mm
• Number of Teeth: 54
• Tooth Grind: ATB 10
• Hook Angle: 5 deg.
• Kerf Thickness: 0.137 in.
• Plate Thickness: 0.098 in.
• Pin Hole: COMBI3
• Tooth Material: HW
• Maximum RPM: 5,500

Approved Applications

• Heavy-duty general purpose cutting
• Ripping - hardwood and softwood solid lumber
• Crosscutting - hardwood, softwood, plywood, and veneered panels
• Cutting melamine-faced panels
• Cutting chipboard and composite wood panels
• Use on miter saws and slide miter saws
• Use on stationary table saws and portable table saws

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum RPM rating for this saw blade?

The CMT 285.654.14M is rated for a maximum of 5,500 RPM. Always confirm your machine's no-load speed does not exceed this rating before use to ensure safe operation.

Is this blade compatible with both miter saws and table saws?

Yes. This blade is approved for use on miter saws, slide miter saws, stationary table saws, and portable table saws - making it a versatile choice for shops that operate multiple machine types with a 30mm metric bore.

What does the ATB 10 tooth grind mean for cut quality?

ATB stands for Alternate Top Bevel. Each tooth is angled at 10 deg. and alternates direction around the blade. This geometry scores panel faces on contact, reducing fiber tear-out and delivering cleaner edges on veneered plywood, melamine, and chipboard compared to flat-top grinds.

Can this blade cut both hardwood and softwood, or is it specialized for one material type?

This blade is designed for heavy-duty general purpose cutting and is approved for ripping and crosscutting both hardwood and softwood, in addition to plywood, veneered panels, melamine, and chipboard - making it a practical single-blade solution for mixed-material cutting applications.