Product Description
The CMT ITK-Plus Non-Ferrous Metal and Composite Decking Blade is a 7-1/4 in. circular saw blade engineered for clean, burr-free cuts through aluminum, copper, brass, plastics, fiberglass, laminates, melamine, and composite decking materials. Featuring a 56-tooth Triple Chip Grind (TCG) configuration and a negative hook angle, this blade controls material feed, prevents grabbing, and delivers professional-quality results on miter saws, radial arm saws, and stationary table saws alike. Whether you are cutting Trex composite decking boards, aluminum extrusions, or melamine-faced panels, this blade's geometry and hardened carbide teeth are purpose-built for non-ferrous and composite applications where standard wood-cutting blades fall short.
Key Features
- Triple Chip Grind (TCG) Tooth Geometry - alternating flat and chamfered teeth shear through non-ferrous metals, fiber-reinforced composites, and laminates without chipping edges or leaving burrs, reducing secondary finishing work.
- 56 Carbide Teeth - high tooth count spreads the cutting load across more contact points, resulting in smoother cut surfaces on composite decking, melamine, and aluminum compared to lower-tooth blades.
- Negative -6 deg. Hook Angle - pulls back against the workpiece rather than pulling the blade forward, controlling feed rate and significantly reducing the risk of grabbing or kickback in non-ferrous metal cuts.
- Hardmetal (HW) Carbide Construction - industrial-grade carbide tips maintain sharp cutting edges longer under the abrasive demands of composite decking and non-ferrous metal cutting, extending blade service life.
- 0.087 in. Kerf Thickness with 0.063 in. Plate - the wider kerf relative to plate thickness provides side clearance that prevents binding, while the slim plate reduces material waste and demands less power from the saw.
- 8,300 RPM Rating - rated for high-speed operation to match the demands of contractor-grade miter saws and stationary table saws used in production decking and fabrication work.
- 15.87mm Bore Diameter - precision-ground arbor hole ensures true, wobble-free mounting on compatible saws, supporting cut accuracy and blade longevity.
Why This Product
- Designed specifically for non-ferrous metals and composite decking - this blade addresses the unique challenges of cutting materials like aluminum, copper, and Trex that standard wood blades cannot handle safely or cleanly.
- The TCG tooth grind paired with a -6 deg. hook angle makes it a controlled, anti-grabbing solution for cutting aluminum extrusions, brass fittings, and hard laminates where material catch-and-throw is a real hazard.
- A 56-tooth count at 7-1/4 in. diameter means this blade delivers crosscuts and rip cuts with minimal tearout on melamine, veneered plywood, laminate flooring, and composite decking boards - finishes that matter in visible deck and interior applications.
- Compatible with miter saws, radial arm saws, and stationary table saws, offering versatility across the job site so contractors can use one blade across multiple machine setups without switching to a different specialty blade for each tool.
Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number: P07056N
- Brand: CMT Orange Tools
- Diameter: 7-1/4 in.
- Number of Teeth: 56
- Bore Diameter: 15.87mm
- Tooth Grind Type: Triple Chip Grind (TCG)
- Kerf Thickness: 0.087 in.
- Plate Thickness: 0.063 in.
- Hook Angle: -6 deg.
- Maximum RPM: 8,300
- Tooth Material: Hardmetal (HW) Carbide
Approved Applications
- Non-ferrous metal cutting - aluminum, copper, brass
- Composite decking - Trex, TimberTech, Azek, and similar products
- Plastic and fiberglass panels
- Laminate and laminate flooring
- Melamine-faced board and chipboard
- Veneered plywood
- Hardwood rip cuts and crosscuts
- Molding cuts
Frequently Asked Questions
What machines is this blade compatible with?
This 7-1/4 in. blade is designed for use on miter saws, radial arm saws, and stationary table saws. Its 15.87mm bore diameter and 8,300 RPM rating make it suitable for contractor-grade saws used in both shop and job-site settings.
Why does this blade use a negative hook angle instead of a positive one?
The -6 deg. hook angle is intentional for non-ferrous metal and composite decking applications. A negative hook angle causes the blade to push back against the workpiece rather than aggressively pull through it, which controls the feed rate, prevents the blade from grabbing the material, and reduces the risk of kickback - all critical safety factors when cutting aluminum, brass, or dense composites.
What is the difference between the kerf thickness and the plate thickness on this blade?
The kerf thickness of 0.087 in. refers to the total width of the cut made by the carbide teeth, while the plate thickness of 0.063 in. is the thickness of the steel body of the blade itself. The difference between these two measurements provides side clearance so the plate does not bind against the workpiece walls during a cut, which is especially important in dense composite decking and non-ferrous materials.
Can this blade cut both rip and crosscut directions?
Yes. This blade is suited for both rip cuts and crosscuts when working with hardwood, veneered plywood, laminate, chipboard, melamine, and molding, in addition to its primary non-ferrous metal and composite decking applications. The 56-tooth TCG configuration supports clean results in both cutting directions on these materials.
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