CMT 286.024.12 Demolition Saw Blade is a 12 in. industrial-grade circular saw blade engineered for construction, demolition, and rescue cutting applications. Built with a Triple Chip Grind (TCG) tooth profile and a -5 deg. negative hook angle, this blade powers through wood, non-ferrous metal, and sheet metal on portable power saws - making it a dependable choice for fire departments, emergency rescue squads, and demolition crews who need a single versatile blade that handles mixed materials without stopping.

Key Features

• Triple Chip Grind (TCG) Tooth Geometry - the alternating flat and chamfered tooth profile slices cleanly through wood, non-ferrous metal, and sheet metal in a single pass, reducing the need to swap blades mid-job on demolition and rescue sites.
• -5 deg. Negative Hook Angle - a negative cutting angle controls the bite rate and reduces grabbing, giving operators better control and safer cutting behavior when working through unpredictable mixed demolition debris.
• 24-Tooth Configuration - the lower tooth count provides aggressive, fast material removal suited to rough demolition and rescue cutting tasks where finish quality is secondary to cutting speed and throughput.
• 0.126 in. Kerf Thickness - a sturdy kerf width supports blade stability during impact-heavy demolition cuts, reducing blade flex and deflection when encountering embedded fasteners or irregular materials.
• 0.098 in. Plate Thickness - a reinforced plate provides the structural rigidity needed to absorb the shock loads typical in demolition and emergency rescue environments without compromising cutting accuracy.
• 25.4mm Bore Diameter - the 1 in. bore fits a wide range of portable power saws used in construction, rescue, and demolition settings, making mounting straightforward without adapters.
• 6,400 RPM Rating - a high maximum speed rating ensures the blade is compatible with the fast-spinning portable saws used by rescue and demolition professionals, delivering full cutting performance within safe operating limits.
• HW Carbide Material - hardmetal (carbide) tipped teeth maintain cutting edge sharpness longer than conventional steel teeth, sustaining reliable performance across extended demolition and rescue cutting sessions.
• Designed for Portable Saws - purpose-built for portable power saw applications, this blade travels with rescue squads and demolition crews wherever cutting is needed on location.

Why This Product

• One blade for multiple demolition materials - because this saw blade cuts wood, non-ferrous metal, and sheet metal, rescue teams and demolition crews can carry a single blade and cut through composite, mixed-material structures without stopping to change tooling.
• Purpose-built for rescue and emergency use - CMT specifically designed the 286.024.12 for use by rescue squads, emergency responders, and fire departments, meaning the blade geometry and construction are optimized for the real-world demands of rescue cutting - not just general woodworking.
• Aggressive tooth count balances speed and versatility - 24 teeth with a TCG grind and a -5 deg. hook angle deliver the rapid, controlled cutting behavior that demolition and rescue applications demand, without sacrificing the material versatility needed in unpredictable field conditions.
• High RPM rating for professional portable saws - the 6,400 RPM maximum speed keeps this blade compatible with the high-output portable saws professionals rely on for demanding construction, demolition, and rescue cutting tasks.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: 286.024.12
• Brand: CMT Orange Tools
• Diameter: 12 in.
• Number of Teeth: 24
• Bore Diameter: 25.4mm
• Tooth Grind Type: TCG (Triple Chip Grind)
• Cutting Angle: -5 deg.
• Kerf Thickness: 0.126 in.
• Plate Thickness: 0.098 in.
• Maximum RPM: 6,400
• Tooth Material: HW (Hardmetal Carbide)
• Compatible Machines: Portable saws

Approved Applications

• Industrial XTreme demolition cutting
• Rescue and emergency squad cutting operations
• Fire department field cutting
• Construction demolition
• Cutting wood and wood with embedded nails
• Cutting non-ferrous metal
• Cutting sheet metal

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of materials can the CMT 286.024.12 cut?

This blade is rated for cutting wood, non-ferrous metal, and sheet metal. It is specifically designed for demolition and rescue applications where mixed materials are encountered in a single cut - such as wood with embedded nails or mixed construction debris.

What machines is this saw blade compatible with?

The CMT 286.024.12 is designed for use with portable saws. The 25.4mm (1 in.) bore diameter and 6,400 RPM maximum speed rating should be matched to your saw's specifications before installation to confirm compatibility and safe operation.

Are there any safety requirements for using this demolition blade?

Yes. Per the product specifications, the blade guard must extend to the lowest point of the cutting teeth on the bottom of the blade at all times during use. This requirement applies to rescue squads, fire departments, and all other operators using this blade.

What does the TCG tooth grind mean for cutting performance?

TCG stands for Triple Chip Grind, a tooth profile where teeth alternate between a flat top and a chamfered (trapezoidal) top. This geometry allows the blade to cut through hard or abrasive materials - including non-ferrous metal and sheet metal - while maintaining edge durability, making it well-suited for the demanding and unpredictable nature of demolition and rescue cutting.