CMT Orange Chrome Crosscut Fine Finish Saw Blade - 10 in. x 5/8 in. Bore, 60-Tooth ATB is an industrial-grade circular saw blade engineered for clean, splinter-free crosscuts in natural wood, veneered plywood, melamine, laminate, and chipboard. Built on CMT's 285 Orange Chrome platform, this 60-tooth fine finish blade uses Alternate Top Bevel tooth geometry and CMT's Extreme Balancing system to deliver whisper-quiet, vibration-reduced performance that sets a new standard for precision cutting in both professional shop and industrial environments.

Key Features

• Orange Chrome Coating - a chromium layer electrolytically deposited over the steel plate increases wear resistance and protects against corrosion, extending blade service life even under demanding cutting schedules.
• CMT Extreme Balancing System - eliminates micro-imbalance at the production phase, resulting in extremely accurate dynamic balancing several orders of magnitude beyond conventional blades, which means smoother cuts, less operator fatigue, and reduced machine wear.
• 60-Tooth ATB 20 deg. Geometry - the high tooth count combined with a 20 deg. Alternate Top Bevel grind shears wood fibers cleanly on both the top and face of each cut, leaving fine finish surfaces on coated materials like melamine and laminate without chipping.
• 10 deg. Hook Angle - a positive 10 deg. cutting angle feeds material smoothly and consistently, reducing the tendency for the blade to grab or kick back during crosscut operations.
• Low-Noise Industrial Design - polymer-filled, laser-cut sound-dampening slots in the plate absorb vibration during cutting, making this blade measurably quieter than standard uncoated saw blades in sustained production use.
• Laser-Cut Steel Plate - precision laser cutting holds tight dimensional tolerances on the plate, contributing to stable, straight tracking through the cut and consistent kerf width of 0.126 in. across the full cut depth.
• Thin Plate at 0.087 in. - the slim body reduces material waste per cut and lowers the load on the saw motor, making this blade efficient on both stationary table saws and miter saws.
• 7,600 Maximum RPM Rating - rated for up to 7,600 RPM, this blade is compatible with a wide range of professional stationary and portable saws without requiring speed reduction.
• Hardmetal (HW) Carbide Tips - tungsten carbide tooth tips resist heat and abrasion through repeated crosscuts in hard and engineered wood materials, maintaining cutting sharpness over an extended service period.

Why This Product

• The Extreme Balancing system eliminates micro-imbalance at the manufacturing stage - meaning this blade runs significantly quieter and smoother than conventional crosscut blades, making it well-suited for shops where noise and vibration control matter.
• With 60 ATB teeth at a 20 deg. bevel angle, this blade is specifically configured for fine finish crosscutting - giving woodworkers and cabinet shops clean, chip-free edges on melamine, laminate, and veneered plywood without secondary sanding or cleanup.
• The 5/8 in. bore and 7,600 RPM rating make this blade a direct fit for most 10 in. miter saws, radial arm saws, stationary table saws, and portable jobsite table saws without adapters or speed limiters.
• The combination of orange chrome corrosion protection and precision hardmetal carbide tips means this blade is built for sustained industrial use - resisting both environmental degradation and cutting edge wear over long production cycles.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: 285.660.10
• Brand: CMT Orange Tools
• Diameter: 10 in.
• Bore Diameter: 15.88mm (5/8 in.)
• Number of Teeth: 60
• Tooth Grind: ATB 20
• Hook Angle: 10 deg.
• Kerf Thickness: 0.126 in.
• Plate Thickness: 0.087 in.
• Maximum RPM: 7,600
• Tooth Material: HW (Hardmetal Carbide)
• Coating: Orange Chrome

Approved Applications

• Crosscutting solid wood
• Fine finish cuts in veneered plywood
• Melamine panel cutting
• Laminate sheet crosscutting
• Chipboard and engineered panel cutting
• Industrial low-noise cutting applications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum RPM for this saw blade, and which machines is it compatible with?

This blade is rated for a maximum of 7,600 RPM. It is compatible with 10 in. miter saws, radial arm saws, stationary table saws, and portable table saws that accept a 5/8 in. bore arbor.

What does ATB 20 tooth geometry mean, and why does it matter for fine finish cuts?

ATB stands for Alternate Top Bevel - each tooth is ground at a 20 deg. bevel angle, alternating left and right around the blade. This geometry shears wood fibers rather than chopping them, producing clean, splinter-free edges on coated surfaces like melamine and laminate - reducing or eliminating the need for sanding after the cut.

What is the CMT Extreme Balancing system and how does it affect cutting performance?

The CMT Extreme Balancing system is a production-phase dynamic balancing process that detects and eliminates micro-imbalance in each blade to a degree several orders of magnitude beyond conventional balancing methods. The result is a blade that runs extremely silent and smooth, reducing vibration transmitted to the saw and the workpiece throughout the cut.

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

The kerf thickness of 0.126 in. is the total width of material removed by the carbide-tipped teeth as they pass through the workpiece. The plate thickness of 0.087 in. is the thickness of the steel body of the blade itself. The difference between the two - approximately 0.039 in. per side - is the carbide tip overhang that prevents the plate from binding in the cut.