Product Description
CMT 2-9/16" Precision Cut Blade with Japanese Toothing - BIM Starlock is a professional-grade oscillating tool blade engineered for clean, accurate cuts in wood, plasterboard, and soft plastics. Built from bi-metal (BIM) construction with 14 TPI Japanese toothing, this Starlock-compatible blade delivers high cutting quality, maximum precision, and fast material removal - whether you are making plunge cuts mid-surface or flush cuts along a finished edge. Designed for a broad range of woodworking and renovation tasks, the 65x50mm blade profile offers a medium width that suits everything from softwood framing to laminate trimming and plastic sheet work.
Key Features
- Starlock Arbor Compatibility - fits any multi-cutter with a Starlock interface, providing a secure tool-free connection that maximizes power transfer from the machine to the blade for more efficient cutting.
- Bi-Metal (BIM) Construction - high-speed steel teeth bonded to a flexible spring-steel body give this blade the toughness to cut through demanding materials while resisting breakage and wear over extended use.
- 14 TPI Japanese Toothing - the radial-pattern tooth geometry produces smooth, precise cuts with minimal surface tearout, making this blade well suited for finish carpentry, laminate work, and clean plasterboard trimming.
- 65x50mm (2-9/16") Blade Width - a medium-width format that covers a wide range of cutting applications without sacrificing maneuverability in tighter workspaces.
- 2" Cutting Height - capable of reaching up to 50mm into the material, allowing the blade to handle wood stock, plasterboard panels, and soft plastics in a single pass.
- Plunge-Cut Ready at Any Point - the blade geometry allows you to start a cut anywhere on the material surface, not just from an edge - eliminating the need for a pre-drilled pilot hole and speeding up your workflow.
Why This Product
- Contractors and woodworkers who need one blade for multiple materials - wood up to 50mm, plasterboard, and soft plastics - benefit from this blade's broad material compatibility, reducing the number of blade changes on the job.
- The Japanese toothing pattern is specifically selected for precision cutting tasks where surface finish matters, making this a strong choice for trim work, renovation cuts near finished surfaces, and laminate applications.
- The Starlock arbor system locks the blade in place with greater contact area than legacy OIS or universal interfaces, translating to less vibration and a more controlled cut - particularly useful when working in tight or awkward positions.
- Sold as a single piece (1x blade), this option suits users who need a replacement or want to add a precision-cut BIM blade to their existing set without purchasing a multi-pack.
Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number: OMF229-X1
- Brand: CMT Orange Tools
- Blade Width: 2-9/16" (65mm)
- Cutting Height: 2"
- Number of Teeth: 14 TPI
- Blade Material: Bi-Metal (BIM)
- Tooth Style: Japanese Toothing
- Arbor Type: Starlock (SL)
- Quantity: 1 Piece
Approved Applications
- Plunge Cuts - start a cut at any point on the material surface without a pilot hole
- Flush Cuts - trim materials flush to an adjacent surface with high accuracy
- Precision Cuts in Wood up to 50mm thick
- Plasterboard Cutting and Trimming
- Soft Plastic Sheet Cutting
What's Included
- 1x CMT OMF229-X1 2-9/16" BIM Starlock Precision Cut Blade with Japanese Toothing
Frequently Asked Questions
What machines is the CMT OMF229-X1 compatible with?
This blade uses a Starlock (SL) arbor, which means it fits any oscillating multi-cutter or multi-tool that accepts the Starlock interface. This includes Starlock-compatible tools from a range of manufacturers. It is not directly compatible with OIS or universal arbor tools without an adapter.
What materials can this blade cut?
The OMF229-X1 is designed to cut wood up to 50mm thick, plasterboard, and soft plastics. The 14 TPI Japanese toothing is optimized for clean, precise results across all three material types, making it a versatile choice for renovation and finish carpentry work.
Can I start a cut in the middle of a panel without drilling a pilot hole first?
Yes. The blade is designed to plunge easily at any point in the material, so you can begin a cut anywhere on the workpiece surface - not just from an edge. This is particularly useful for outlet cutouts in plasterboard or mid-panel cuts in wood.
What is the cutting depth of this blade?
The CMT OMF229-X1 has a cutting height of 2 inches (50mm), which corresponds to the maximum depth of material the blade can reach in a single pass under normal operating conditions.
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