CMT ITK-Plus Fast Framing Saw Blade - 6 1/2" x 5/8" (10-Pack) is a professional-grade circular saw blade engineered for rapid framing cuts through wood, plywood, OSB, and hardboard. With 18 teeth ground to a 10 ATB+S profile and a 20 deg. cutting angle, this blade delivers clean, fast results on cordless circular saws and portable table saws alike. The bulk 10-piece masterpack is purpose-built for contractors and framing crews who need reliable, consistent performance across a full job site supply.

Key Features

• 18-Tooth 10 ATB+S Grind - the alternate top bevel with shear configuration slices through framing lumber, plywood, and OSB with reduced tearout and smoother cut edges compared to a standard flat-top grind.
• 20 deg. Cutting Angle - an aggressive hook angle drives material through the cut efficiently, reducing feed resistance and allowing cordless saws to maintain speed without overworking the battery.
• 6 1/2" Diameter with 5/8" Bore (15.88mm) - sized to fit the most common cordless circular saw platforms used in framing applications, making swapping and replacing blades fast on the job.
• 0.069" Kerf Thickness - a thin kerf removes less material per pass, which reduces the load on cordless saw motors and helps extend runtime per battery charge.
• 0.036" Plate Thickness - a slender full-body steel plate minimizes vibration and keeps the blade tracking straight, contributing to accurate, repeatable cuts in production framing work.
• 9,500 RPM Maximum Rating - rated for the high-speed operation of modern cordless and portable saws, ensuring safe performance across compatible machines.
• Hardmetal (HW) Carbide Teeth - tungsten carbide tooth material stays sharp longer under the abrasive conditions of cutting hardboard, OSB, and pressure-treated framing stock.
• 10-Piece Bulk Masterpack - buying in bulk reduces per-blade cost and keeps crews supplied without repeated reordering, ideal for high-volume framing projects.

Why This Product

• The 10 ATB+S sharpening profile combined with an 18-tooth count strikes the balance between cut speed and surface quality needed in fast framing work - you get through material quickly without sacrificing the cut quality required at connection points and visible edges.
• The thin 0.069" kerf is a direct advantage for cordless saw users - less material removed per pass means less strain on the motor and longer battery life per charge, keeping crews productive between recharges.
• Compatibility with both cordless circular saws and portable table saws means a single blade stock covers multiple machines on the job site, simplifying inventory and reducing what crews need to carry.
• The 10-piece bulk masterpack format reduces the cost per blade and eliminates the need to source replacements mid-project, making it a practical choice for contractors managing multi-phase framing work.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: P06018-X10
• Brand: CMT Orange Tools
• Diameter: 6 1/2"
• Bore Diameter: 15.88mm (5/8")
• Number of Teeth: 18
• Tooth Grind: 10 ATB+S
• Cutting Angle: 20 deg.
• Kerf Thickness: 0.069"
• Plate Thickness: 0.036"
• Maximum RPM: 9,500
• Tooth Material: HW (Hardmetal Carbide)
• Quantity: 10-Piece Bulk Masterpack

Approved Applications

• Fast framing cuts in wood and dimensional lumber
• Cutting plywood panels
• Cutting OSB (oriented strand board)
• Cutting hardboard
• Compatible machines: cordless circular saw and portable table saw (blade diameter compatibility is contingent on machine type)

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the "10 ATB+S" tooth grind mean and why does it matter for framing?

ATB+S stands for Alternate Top Bevel with Shear. This means alternating teeth are beveled in opposing directions, with an additional shear angle applied. In framing applications, this geometry slices wood fibers more cleanly than a flat-top grind, reducing splintering and producing cleaner edges even on fast, high-feed cuts through lumber, plywood, OSB, and hardboard.

Is this blade compatible with my cordless circular saw?

This blade is designed for use with cordless circular saws and portable table saws. It has a 6 1/2" diameter and a 5/8" bore (15.88mm). Compatibility is contingent on your specific machine type - verify that your saw accepts a 6 1/2" blade diameter and a 5/8" arbor before use.

Why is a thin kerf blade like this one advantageous on cordless saws?

The 0.069" kerf thickness removes less material per pass than a full-kerf blade. This directly reduces the amount of work the saw motor must perform with each cut. For cordless saws, that translates to less current draw from the battery, which means more cuts per charge and less motor strain - a meaningful advantage during extended framing sessions.

How many blades are included, and is the pack format noted in the product data?

Yes - this product is explicitly sold as a 10-piece bulk masterpack (CMT product code P06018-X10). Each pack contains 10 individual 6 1/2" x 5/8" ITK-Plus Fast Framing blades, making it suitable for stocking job site supplies or outfitting multiple saws on a framing crew.