The CMT General Purpose Saw Blade - 160mm x 24 Tooth ATB is a precision-ground circular saw blade engineered for versatile cutting performance across hardwood, softwood, plywood, and OSB. With a 20mm bore diameter and 2/6/32 pin hole configuration, this blade is purpose-built for Festool 160mm track saws and compatible with a range of portable circular saws, miter saws, slide miter saws, radial arm saws, and stationary table saws. The 24-tooth Alternate Top Bevel geometry at 15 deg. delivers clean results on both ripping and crosscut passes, making it a reliable choice for jobsite and shop use alike.

Key Features

• 24-Tooth ATB Geometry at 15 deg. - the Alternate Top Bevel tooth grind at a 15 deg. cutting angle handles both ripping and crosscutting efficiently, reducing the need to swap blades between operations.
• 160mm Blade Diameter with 20mm Bore - sized specifically for Festool 160mm track saws and other metric circular saws, providing a direct, secure fit without adapters.
• 2/6/32 Pin Hole Configuration - matches the arbor pin layout required by compatible Festool machines and similar platforms, ensuring accurate blade alignment and safe operation.
• 0.087 in. Kerf Thickness - a full-kerf blade profile delivers stable, controlled cuts with minimal deflection, even in dense hardwoods.
• 0.063 in. Plate Thickness - a refined plate-to-kerf ratio balances rigidity with material removal efficiency, helping extend blade life during repetitive cutting tasks.
• Hard Metal (HW) Carbide Teeth - industrial-grade carbide tips maintain a sharp cutting edge longer than standard steel, reducing sharpening frequency and downtime.
• General Purpose Design - cuts hardwood, softwood, plywood, and OSB with a single blade, making it a practical all-around blade for production environments and finish carpentry alike.

Why This Product

• Festool 160mm Compatibility - the 160mm diameter, 20mm bore, and 2/6/32 pin hole are matched to Festool track saw requirements, so the blade seats correctly without modification or adapter rings.
• One Blade for Multiple Sheet and Solid Wood Tasks - the 24-tooth ATB grind performs cleanly on hardwood, softwood, plywood, and OSB, reducing the need to stock multiple specialty blades for different materials.
• Versatile Machine Compatibility - beyond track saws, this blade fits radial arm saws, stationary table saws, portable circular saws, and miter and slide miter saws that accept a 160mm, 20mm bore blade.
• Industrial Carbide Construction - HW carbide teeth and precision sharpening support repeated use in demanding general purpose cutting applications without rapid edge degradation.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: 291.160.24H
• Brand: CMT Orange Tools
• Diameter: 160mm
• Bore Diameter: 20mm
• Pin Hole: 2/6/32
• Number of Teeth: 24
• Tooth Grind: ATB (Alternate Top Bevel)
• Cutting Angle: 15 deg.
• Sharpening Angle: 15 ATB
• Kerf Thickness: 0.087 in.
• Plate Thickness: 0.063 in.
• Tooth Material: HW (Hard Metal Carbide)

Approved Applications

• General purpose ripping and crosscutting
• Hardwood cutting
• Softwood cutting
• Plywood cutting
• OSB cutting
• Compatible machines: radial arm saw, stationary table saw, portable circular saw, miter saw, slide miter saw - including Festool 160mm track saws

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this blade compatible with Festool track saws?

Yes. This CMT blade is designed for Festool machines that use a 160mm diameter blade with a 20mm bore and 2/6/32 pin hole configuration. Note that this blade does not feature an orange chrome coating - it is not the orange chrome version.

What materials can this blade cut?

This 24-tooth general purpose blade is rated to cut hardwood, softwood, plywood, and OSB. The ATB tooth geometry at 15 deg. handles both ripping along the grain and crosscutting across it.

What machines are compatible with this blade beyond Festool track saws?

In addition to Festool 160mm track saws, this blade is compatible with radial arm saws, stationary table saws, portable circular saws, miter saws, and slide miter saws that accept a 160mm blade with a 20mm bore diameter.

What does the ATB tooth grind mean for cut quality?

ATB stands for Alternate Top Bevel - each tooth alternates its bevel direction at 15 deg. This geometry scores the wood fibers on each side of the kerf, producing cleaner edges on both ripping and crosscut passes and reducing tearout on plywood and sheet goods.