The CMT ITK Contractor Saw Blade - Ripping 12" x 1" T24 ATB is a professional-grade carbide-tipped ripping blade engineered for fast, efficient cuts through hardwood and softwood. Built on the ITK Contractor platform by CMT, this 12-inch ripping blade delivers clean, aggressive material removal on portable table saw applications where throughput and blade longevity matter. Whether you are breaking down solid lumber or processing rough-sawn stock, the 24-tooth ATB configuration makes this saw blade a reliable choice for contractors and woodworkers who demand consistent ripping performance in demanding job-site conditions.

Key Features

• 24-Tooth Alternate Top Bevel (ATB) Grind at 10 deg. - the alternating top bevel tooth geometry shears wood fibers cleanly on each pass, reducing tear-out and splintering when ripping hardwood and softwood stock.
• 15 deg. Cutting Angle - the positive hook angle aggressively pulls material through the cut, supporting faster feed rates and reducing effort during long ripping operations.
• 0.102" Kerf Thickness - a full-kerf cutting width provides stable, chatter-free tracking through dense hardwood grain, maintaining cut accuracy even under heavy material loads.
• 0.071" Plate Thickness - a thinner steel plate reduces blade flex and lowers vibration, contributing to straighter rip cuts and a quieter cutting experience.
• 25.4 mm (1") Bore Diameter - the standard 1-inch bore fits a wide range of portable table saw arbors, making this blade straightforward to mount without additional adapters.
• HW (Hardwood) Carbide Tooth Material - tungsten carbide tips are formulated to maintain a sharp edge through prolonged ripping of both hard and soft species, extending intervals between sharpenings.
• 6,400 Maximum RPM Rating - a high RPM ceiling gives this blade operating headroom on portable table saws running at elevated speeds, supporting safe and productive use.

Why This Product

• Designed specifically for ripping cuts on hardwood and softwood, this 12-inch blade addresses the need for a purpose-built tool rather than a general-purpose combination blade that compromises ripping speed for crosscutting versatility.
• The 15 deg. cutting angle and 24-tooth ATB grind work together to move material efficiently through the cut - ideal for contractors processing large volumes of dimensional lumber on portable job-site table saws.
• The 6,400 RPM maximum rating provides a meaningful safety margin for portable table saw use, where motor speeds can vary - giving users confidence that the blade is rated above typical operating conditions.
• The HW carbide tooth material is matched to the demands of ripping through dense hardwood grain repeatedly, meaning fewer blade changes mid-job and lower long-term tooling costs for high-volume cutting operations.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: K02412
• Brand: CMT Orange Tools
• Diameter: 12"
• Bore Diameter: 25.4 mm (1")
• Number of Teeth: 24
• Tooth Grind: ATB (Alternate Top Bevel)
• Sharpening Angle: 10 ATB
• Cutting Angle: 15 deg.
• Kerf Thickness: 0.102"
• Plate Thickness: 0.071"
• Maximum RPM: 6,400
• Tooth Material: HW (Tungsten Carbide)

Approved Applications

• Ripping hardwood
• Ripping softwood
• Portable table saw use