12" 60-TOOTH TCT SAW BLADE FOR STEEL & FERROUS METAL
The Benchmark Abrasives 12" 60-tooth TCT saw blade is built for fast, controlled cutting of steel and other ferrous metals on compatible low-RPM dry-cut saws. Its 60-tooth configuration and TCG (Triple chip grind) tooth geometry favor efficient material removal and strong chip clearance, making it a practical choice for fabrication, production and general metalworking.
Tungsten carbide-tipped teeth help produce clean, burr-reduced cuts with fewer sparks and less heat than traditional abrasive cutting methods. The 1" arbor and 0.098" kerf provide a stable cutting setup for common steel shapes such as tubing, angle iron, plate, pipe, rebar and flat stock.
Quantity: 1 Blade
Product Specifications
Specification
Details
Blade Diameter
12"
Tooth Count
60 Teeth
Blade Type
Tungsten Carbide Tipped (TCT)
Tooth Geometry
TCG − Triple Chip Grind
Arbor / Bore
1"
Kerf
0.098"
Maximum RPM
2,000 RPM
Primary Material
Steel & Ferrous Metals
Compatible Tool Type
Low-RPM Dry-Cut Saws
Product Features
60-tooth configuration favors faster cutting and efficient chip removal.
TCG tooth geometry helps distribute the cutting load across alternating tooth profiles for durable metal-cutting performance.
Tungsten carbide-tipped teeth provide a long-lasting cutting edge for repeated steel cutting.
0.098" kerf provides a stable cutting path through common ferrous-metal shapes.
Reduced sparks and heat compared with traditional abrasive cutting methods help provide a cleaner cutting experience.
2,000 RPM maximum speed identifies the operating limit for proper machine selection.
Materials & Applications
Best For
Mild steel
Steel
Wrought iron
Square tubing
Round pipe and tubing
Angle iron
Rebar
Flat stock
Steel plate up to 1/8"
The 60-tooth configuration is well suited for fabrication, maintenance and production cutting where speed and productivity are important while still maintaining a clean finished edge.
Machine Compatibility
Designed for compatible 12" low-RPM dry-cut saws that accept a 1" arbor and operate within the blade's maximum speed rating.
Common compatible saws include:
Makita® LC1230
Always verify your saw's blade diameter, arbor size and operating RPM before installation. The saw must not exceed the blade's 2,000 RPM maximum rating.
Choosing the Right Tooth Count
With 60 teeth on a 12" blade, this blade favors faster cutting and chip clearance. Higher tooth-count blades are better suited when a smoother finished edge is the higher priority.
Tips for Better Blade Performance
Secure the workpiece firmly before cutting.
Use a steady, controlled feed rate and allow the carbide teeth to perform the cut.
Avoid forcing the blade through the material.
Keep chips and debris clear of the cutting path.
Inspect the blade before use for damaged, missing or excessively worn teeth.
Replace or professionally sharpen the blade when cutting performance noticeably declines.
Saw blade lubricant can help reduce buildup and extend blade life during demanding applications.
Never exceed the blade's 2,000 RPM maximum operating speed.
Safety
Use only on saws designed to accept this blade diameter and arbor configuration.
Never install the blade on a machine that exceeds the blade's maximum RPM.
Keep all factory guards installed and properly functioning.
Inspect the blade before every use. Do not use a cracked, warped or damaged blade.
Secure the workpiece before cutting and maintain control throughout the cut.
Do not use this blade on stainless steel or hardened materials.
Wear appropriate eye, hearing, respiratory, and hand protection for the application.
Frequently Asked Questions
This blade is designed for steel and other ferrous metals, including mild steel, cast iron, wrought iron, non-hardened stainless steel, titanium and nickel. It is well suited for square tubing, angle iron, pipe, rebar, flat stock and steel plate up to 1/8".
Yes. The 60-tooth configuration favors cutting speed and chip clearance, making it a strong choice for fabrication and production work where productivity is more important than achieving the finest possible edge.
TCG stands for Triple Chip Grind. The alternating tooth profiles share the cutting load, helping improve tooth durability and support controlled cutting in ferrous metals.
Yes. Carbide-tipped metal-cutting blades typically produce fewer sparks and less heat than traditional abrasive cutting methods when used in the proper application.
This blade is designed for compatible low-RPM dry-cut saws and has a maximum operating speed of 2,000 RPM. Never install it on a saw that operates above the maximum RPM marked on the blade.
Only if the saw is designed to accept a 12" blade with a 1" arbor and operates at 2,000 RPM or lower. Always verify the machine's RPM before installation.
No. This blade is not recommended for stainless steel or hardened materials. Use a saw blade specifically rated for stainless steel.
This blade is designed for steel and ferrous-metal cutting. For aluminum and other non-ferrous metals, use a Benchmark Abrasives TCT blade specifically designed for aluminum.
The blade has a 0.098" kerf, which is the approximate width of material removed during the cut.
Common compatible saws include the Makita LC1230 12-inch metal-cutting saw. It uses a 1-inch arbor, operates at 1,700 RPM and permits a blade kerf up to 2.5 mm; this blade's 0.098-inch kerf is approximately 2.49 mm. Confirm compatibility with the exact saw model, including arbor and flange engagement, guard clearance, blade rotation and permitted material.
Slower cutting, increased cutting effort, excessive heat or declining edge quality can indicate a dull blade. A structurally sound blade may be professionally sharpened. Replace any blade that is cracked, warped or has damaged or missing carbide teeth.
12" 60-TOOTH TCT SAW BLADE FOR STEEL & FERROUS METAL
The Benchmark Abrasives 12" 60-tooth TCT saw blade is built for fast, controlled cutting of steel and other ferrous metals on compatible low-RPM dry-cut saws. Its 60-tooth configuration and TCG (Triple chip grind) tooth geometry favor efficient material removal and strong chip clearance, making it a practical choice for fabrication, production and general metalworking.
Tungsten carbide-tipped teeth help produce clean, burr-reduced cuts with fewer sparks and less heat than traditional abrasive cutting methods. The 1" arbor and 0.098" kerf provide a stable cutting setup for common steel shapes such as tubing, angle iron, plate, pipe, rebar and flat stock.
Quantity: 1 Blade
Product Specifications
Specification
Details
Blade Diameter
12"
Tooth Count
60 Teeth
Blade Type
Tungsten Carbide Tipped (TCT)
Tooth Geometry
TCG − Triple Chip Grind
Arbor / Bore
1"
Kerf
0.098"
Maximum RPM
2,000 RPM
Primary Material
Steel & Ferrous Metals
Compatible Tool Type
Low-RPM Dry-Cut Saws
Product Features
60-tooth configuration favors faster cutting and efficient chip removal.
TCG tooth geometry helps distribute the cutting load across alternating tooth profiles for durable metal-cutting performance.
Tungsten carbide-tipped teeth provide a long-lasting cutting edge for repeated steel cutting.
0.098" kerf provides a stable cutting path through common ferrous-metal shapes.
Reduced sparks and heat compared with traditional abrasive cutting methods help provide a cleaner cutting experience.
2,000 RPM maximum speed identifies the operating limit for proper machine selection.
Materials & Applications
Best For
Mild steel
Steel
Wrought iron
Square tubing
Round pipe and tubing
Angle iron
Rebar
Flat stock
Steel plate up to 1/8"
The 60-tooth configuration is well suited for fabrication, maintenance and production cutting where speed and productivity are important while still maintaining a clean finished edge.
Machine Compatibility
Designed for compatible 12" low-RPM dry-cut saws that accept a 1" arbor and operate within the blade's maximum speed rating.
Common compatible saws include:
Makita® LC1230
Always verify your saw's blade diameter, arbor size and operating RPM before installation. The saw must not exceed the blade's 2,000 RPM maximum rating.
Choosing the Right Tooth Count
With 60 teeth on a 12" blade, this blade favors faster cutting and chip clearance. Higher tooth-count blades are better suited when a smoother finished edge is the higher priority.
Tips for Better Blade Performance
Secure the workpiece firmly before cutting.
Use a steady, controlled feed rate and allow the carbide teeth to perform the cut.
Avoid forcing the blade through the material.
Keep chips and debris clear of the cutting path.
Inspect the blade before use for damaged, missing or excessively worn teeth.
Replace or professionally sharpen the blade when cutting performance noticeably declines.
Saw blade lubricant can help reduce buildup and extend blade life during demanding applications.
Never exceed the blade's 2,000 RPM maximum operating speed.
Safety
Use only on saws designed to accept this blade diameter and arbor configuration.
Never install the blade on a machine that exceeds the blade's maximum RPM.
Keep all factory guards installed and properly functioning.
Inspect the blade before every use. Do not use a cracked, warped or damaged blade.
Secure the workpiece before cutting and maintain control throughout the cut.
Do not use this blade on stainless steel or hardened materials.
Wear appropriate eye, hearing, respiratory, and hand protection for the application.
Frequently Asked Questions
This blade is designed for steel and other ferrous metals, including mild steel, cast iron, wrought iron, non-hardened stainless steel, titanium and nickel. It is well suited for square tubing, angle iron, pipe, rebar, flat stock and steel plate up to 1/8".
Yes. The 60-tooth configuration favors cutting speed and chip clearance, making it a strong choice for fabrication and production work where productivity is more important than achieving the finest possible edge.
TCG stands for Triple Chip Grind. The alternating tooth profiles share the cutting load, helping improve tooth durability and support controlled cutting in ferrous metals.
Yes. Carbide-tipped metal-cutting blades typically produce fewer sparks and less heat than traditional abrasive cutting methods when used in the proper application.
This blade is designed for compatible low-RPM dry-cut saws and has a maximum operating speed of 2,000 RPM. Never install it on a saw that operates above the maximum RPM marked on the blade.
Only if the saw is designed to accept a 12" blade with a 1" arbor and operates at 2,000 RPM or lower. Always verify the machine's RPM before installation.
No. This blade is not recommended for stainless steel or hardened materials. Use a saw blade specifically rated for stainless steel.
This blade is designed for steel and ferrous-metal cutting. For aluminum and other non-ferrous metals, use a Benchmark Abrasives TCT blade specifically designed for aluminum.
The blade has a 0.098" kerf, which is the approximate width of material removed during the cut.
Common compatible saws include the Makita LC1230 12-inch metal-cutting saw. It uses a 1-inch arbor, operates at 1,700 RPM and permits a blade kerf up to 2.5 mm; this blade's 0.098-inch kerf is approximately 2.49 mm. Confirm compatibility with the exact saw model, including arbor and flange engagement, guard clearance, blade rotation and permitted material.
Slower cutting, increased cutting effort, excessive heat or declining edge quality can indicate a dull blade. A structurally sound blade may be professionally sharpened. Replace any blade that is cracked, warped or has damaged or missing carbide teeth.
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