CMT Orange Chrome Crosscut Fine Finish Saw Blade - 14" x 1" with 84-Tooth ATB Geometry is engineered for large-format crosscutting where surface quality matters. With an 84-tooth Alternate Top Bevel (ATB) 15 deg. grind and a 10 deg. hook angle, this carbide-tipped blade delivers clean, splinter-free cuts across hardwood, softwood, plywood, melamine, and chipboard. The chromium-coated 14-inch plate runs on miter saws, slide miter saws, stationary table saws, and portable table saws - making it a versatile choice for finish carpentry, cabinet work, and precision panel processing.

Key Features

• 84-Tooth ATB 15 deg. Grind - a high tooth count combined with an Alternate Top Bevel sharpening angle produces fine, chip-free crosscuts on sensitive materials like melamine and veneered plywood where tear-out would ruin the finished surface.
• 10 deg. Hook Angle - a low, controlled hook angle reduces the aggression of each tooth's bite, giving smoother entry and exit cuts and better control on the workpiece during crosscutting operations.
• Orange Chrome Coating - a chromium layer electrolytically deposited on the steel plate increases wear resistance, protects against corrosion, and extends blade service life in demanding shop environments.
• 0.137" Kerf / 0.098" Plate - a thin kerf relative to plate thickness reduces material waste and places less demand on the saw's motor, allowing clean cuts on both stationary and portable table saws.
• 1" (25.4mm) Bore Diameter - a standard 1-inch bore fits the arbors of common miter saws, slide miter saws, and table saws without requiring adapter bushings.
• 5,500 Maximum RPM Rating - rated for high-speed operation, meaning the blade can be run safely at the full speed of most 14-inch stationary and slide miter saw machines.
• Hardmetal (HW) Carbide Teeth - carbide-grade tooth material holds a sharp edge longer than standard steel, reducing the frequency of resharpening between jobs.

Why This Product

• With 84 ATB-ground teeth on a 14-inch diameter, this blade is purpose-built for fine finish crosscuts - the tooth count and geometry work together to eliminate tear-out on melamine, laminate-faced chipboard, and veneered plywood where a coarser blade would leave a damaged edge.
• The 5,500 RPM maximum rating provides compatibility with a wide range of 14-inch miter saws and table saws, giving woodworkers and finish carpenters a single blade that transitions between machine types without performance compromise.
• The Orange Chrome coating does more than protect aesthetics - it reduces friction between the blade plate and the kerf wall, which helps prevent heat buildup, gum deposits, and premature dulling during extended production cutting sessions.
• At a 0.098" plate thickness with a 0.137" kerf, the blade's thin-kerf design means less material removed per pass and reduced load on portable job-site table saws, making precise finish cuts accessible even on lighter-duty machines.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: 285.684.14
• Brand: CMT Orange Tools
• Diameter: 14"
• Bore Diameter: 25.4mm (1")
• Number of Teeth: 84
• Tooth Grind: ATB 15
• Hook Angle: 10 deg.
• Kerf Thickness: 0.137"
• Plate Thickness: 0.098"
• Maximum RPM: 5,500
• Tooth Material: HW (Hardmetal Carbide)
• Coating: Orange Chrome

Approved Applications

• Fine finish crosscuts on hardwood
• Fine finish crosscuts on softwood
• Crosscutting plywood
• Crosscutting melamine panels
• Crosscutting chipboard

Frequently Asked Questions

What machines is this 14-inch saw blade compatible with?

This blade is designed for use on miter saws, slide miter saws, stationary table saws, and portable table saws. It has a 1-inch (25.4mm) bore diameter and a maximum rating of 5,500 RPM.

What does ATB 15 deg. tooth geometry mean for cut quality?

ATB stands for Alternate Top Bevel - each tooth is ground at an opposing 15 deg. bevel angle, alternating around the blade. This geometry creates a slicing action that shears fibers cleanly rather than tearing them, which is especially important when crosscutting melamine, chipboard, and veneered plywood where surface finish is critical.

Why does the hook angle matter for crosscutting?

This blade uses a 10 deg. hook angle, which is considered a low to moderate hook. A lower hook angle reduces the aggressiveness of each tooth's engagement with the wood, producing a smoother, more controlled cut - a key advantage in crosscut applications where precision and surface quality are the priority over raw feed speed.

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

The plate thickness is the measurement of the steel body of the blade itself, which is 0.098" on this model. The kerf thickness is the width of the cut the blade removes from the material, which is 0.137" - slightly wider than the plate due to the carbide teeth protruding on each side. The difference between these two measurements provides blade clearance and reduces friction during cutting.