Product Description
The CMT ITK Contractor Saw Blade Ultra Finish 3-3/8" x 15mm T24 ATB is a precision-ground circular saw blade engineered for fine finishing crosscuts on portable benchtop saws and compact table saws. With a 24-tooth Alternate Top Bevel grind and a 12 deg. cutting angle, this blade delivers clean, splinter-free results in hardwood, softwood, plywood, and sheet goods - making it a reliable choice for trim carpenters and contractors who demand smooth edges right off the cut.
Key Features
- 24-tooth ATB grind configuration - the Alternate Top Bevel tooth geometry shears wood fibers cleanly, reducing tearout and leaving a finish-ready surface without secondary sanding.
- 12 deg. cutting angle - an aggressive yet controlled hook angle optimized for crosscutting, helping the blade bite efficiently through hardwood and softwood with less effort on portable saws.
- 5 deg. ATB sharpening angle - the precise bevel on each tooth promotes clean slicing action across the grain, minimizing grain lifting in plywood, melamine, and OSB.
- 3-3/8" diameter with 15mm bore - a compact blade diameter purpose-built for contractor-grade portable saws, ensuring compatibility with lightweight benchtop tools commonly used on job sites.
- Kerf thickness of 0.059" - a narrow kerf removes less material per pass, reducing waste and requiring less power from the saw motor - a practical advantage on battery-powered or lower-amperage tools.
- 0.039" plate thickness - a thin plate body minimizes blade flex while keeping overall weight low, contributing to stable, accurate cuts during repeated use.
- HW (carbide) tooth material - tungsten carbide-tipped teeth maintain their edge longer than steel teeth, extending blade life and reducing sharpening frequency on demanding job-site applications.
- Rated to 18,000 RPM - engineered to operate safely at high rotational speeds typical of compact circular saws, ensuring stable performance throughout the cut cycle.
- Pin hole configuration 2/6/60 - the bore includes the standard pin hole specification for positive blade positioning and secure mounting on compatible saw arbors.
Why This Product
- Purpose-built for ultra-fine finishing cuts - the 24-tooth ATB geometry and 12 deg. cutting angle work together to produce smooth, clean edges in trim and finish carpentry applications where cut quality directly affects the final appearance of the work.
- Sized for portable job-site tools - the 3-3/8" diameter fits contractor-grade benchtop and portable saws that trim carpenters and remodelers rely on for on-site work, making this blade a practical match for the tools already in their kit.
- Narrow kerf saves material and reduces motor load - at 0.059" kerf width, the blade removes less wood per pass than full-kerf alternatives, stretching material yield and easing demand on compact saw motors.
- Carbide-tipped teeth built for repeated professional use - the HW tooth material holds a sharp edge through extended cutting sessions in hardwood, plywood, and engineered sheet goods, reducing downtime for blade changes or resharpening.
Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number: K02403
- Brand: CMT Orange Tools
- Diameter: 3-3/8"
- Bore Diameter: 15mm
- Number of Teeth: 24
- Kerf Thickness: 0.059"
- Plate Thickness: 0.039"
- Cutting Angle: 12 deg.
- Grind Type: Alternate Top Bevel (ATB)
- Sharpening Angle: 5 deg. ATB
- Tooth Material: HW (Tungsten Carbide)
- Maximum RPM: 18,000
- Pin Hole: 2/6/60
Approved Applications
- Fine finish crosscutting on portable benchtop saws
- Compact table saw use
- Softwood
- Hardwood
- Plywood
- OSB
- Melamine
Frequently Asked Questions
What bore size does the CMT ITK Contractor Ultra Finish blade use, and are reduction rings available?
The blade has a 15mm bore diameter. According to the product data, CMT saw blade K03604 includes reduction rings for 3/8" and 10mm bores, which may suit installers working with saws that have a different arbor size.
What tooth grind type does this blade use, and why does it matter for finishing work?
This blade uses an Alternate Top Bevel (ATB) grind with a 5 deg. sharpening angle. ATB geometry alternates the bevel direction on each tooth, which slices across wood fibers rather than pushing through them - producing cleaner edges with reduced tearout, especially valuable in finish carpentry and when cutting plywood or melamine.
What is the maximum safe operating speed for this blade?
The blade is rated for a maximum of 18,000 RPM. Always verify that your saw's no-load RPM does not exceed this rating before use to ensure safe operation.
What is the difference between kerf thickness and plate thickness on this blade?
The kerf thickness (0.059") refers to the width of the cut the blade makes - determined by the width of the carbide teeth at their widest point. The plate thickness (0.039") refers to the thinner steel body of the blade itself. The kerf is wider than the plate to allow the blade to pass through the cut without binding.
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