The CMT Fine Finish Saw Blade for Festool 160mm Track Saws is a precision-engineered circular saw blade designed to deliver smooth, splinter-free cuts in hardwood, softwood, plywood, and OSB. Built with a 40-tooth Alternate Top Bevel (ATB) grind at 15 deg. and a 10 deg. hook angle, this 160 x 20mm blade is purpose-matched for Festool track saws and other 160mm metric circular saws, making it a reliable choice for fine finish crosscutting on job sites and in cabinet shops alike. Whether you are trimming hardwood flooring, cutting sheet goods, or making precise miter cuts, the CMT 292.160.40H delivers the accuracy and surface quality that professional woodworkers demand.

Key Features

• 40-Tooth ATB Grind at 15 deg. - the Alternate Top Bevel tooth geometry slices cleanly across wood fibers, reducing tearout and leaving fine finish surfaces that require minimal sanding.
• 10 deg. Hook Angle - a positive hook angle keeps the blade feeding smoothly through hardwood and softwood without grabbing, resulting in consistent, controlled cuts.
• 160mm Diameter with 20mm Bore and 2/6/32 Pin Hole - dimensioned specifically for Festool track saws and compatible 160mm metric machines, so the blade seats precisely without adapter rings or modification.
• 0.087 in. Kerf Thickness and 0.063 in. Plate Thickness - the narrow kerf removes less material per pass, reducing waste and cutting load on the motor while maintaining a stable, accurate cut line.
• Hardmetal (HW) Carbide Tips - industrial-grade tungsten carbide teeth stay sharp longer through repeated cuts in hardwood, softwood, plywood, and OSB, extending blade life between sharpenings.
• Precision Sharpening on Every Tooth - each tooth is sharpened to tight tolerances, ensuring consistent cut quality from the first pass to the last and a longer usable blade life.
• Compatible with Radial Arm Saws, Table Saws, Miter Saws, and Portable Circular Saws - the 160mm metric sizing makes this blade versatile across multiple machine types, so one blade works across your shop and on site.

Why This Product

• Dimensioned for Festool track saws - the 160mm diameter, 20mm bore, and 2/6/32 pin hole configuration matches Festool track saw specifications directly, eliminating guesswork and compatibility concerns when upgrading or replacing the stock blade.
• Fine finish results in hardwood and sheet goods - the 40-tooth ATB geometry is optimized for crosscutting applications where surface quality matters, making it the right choice for finish carpentry, cabinet work, and hardwood flooring installation.
• Narrow kerf reduces motor strain and material waste - the 0.087 in. kerf is sized to minimize resistance, which is especially valuable when using portable or cordless 160mm circular saws where battery life and motor load are practical concerns.
• General purpose industrial blade across multiple materials - with clean performance in hardwood, softwood, plywood, and OSB, this single blade covers a wide range of common cutting tasks, reducing the need to swap blades between material types.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: 292.160.40H
• Brand: CMT Orange Tools
• Diameter: 160mm
• Bore Diameter: 20mm
• Pin Hole: 2/6/32
• Number of Teeth: 40
• Tooth Grind: ATB (Alternate Top Bevel)
• Sharpening Angle: 15 deg. ATB
• Cutting Angle: 10 deg.
• Kerf Thickness: 0.087 in.
• Plate Thickness: 0.063 in.
• Material: HW (Hardmetal / Tungsten Carbide)

Approved Applications

• Fine finish crosscuts in hardwood
• Fine finish crosscuts in softwood
• Cutting plywood
• Cutting OSB
• General purpose industrial sawing
• Compatible machines: radial arm saw, stationary table saw, portable circular saw, miter saw, slide miter saw, Festool track saw

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this blade compatible with Festool track saws?

Yes. The CMT 292.160.40H is specifically designed for Festool machines. It features a 160mm diameter, a 20mm bore, and a 2/6/32 pin hole configuration that matches Festool track saw arbor and pin requirements. Note that this is not an orange chrome coated blade.

What tooth geometry does this blade use, and why does it matter for finish cuts?

This blade uses a 15 deg. Alternate Top Bevel (ATB) grind. ATB geometry angles alternating teeth in opposite directions, which shears wood fibers cleanly on both sides of the cut rather than tearing through them. Combined with 40 teeth and a 10 deg. hook angle, the result is smooth, fine finish surfaces in hardwood, softwood, plywood, and OSB.

What is the kerf thickness, and does it affect cut performance?

The kerf thickness is 0.087 in., with a plate thickness of 0.063 in. The relatively narrow kerf means less material is removed per pass, which reduces cutting resistance and motor load - a meaningful advantage when using portable or cordless 160mm circular saws. Less waste per cut also adds up over time when working with expensive hardwoods or finish-grade plywood.

Can this blade be used on machines other than Festool track saws?

Yes. While optimized for Festool machines, the 160mm diameter and 20mm bore make this blade compatible with other machines that accept 160mm metric blades, including radial arm saws, stationary table saws, portable circular saws, miter saws, and slide miter saws.