5-1/2" 18-TOOTH TCT SAW BLADE FOR FAST CUTTING & TRIMMING
The Benchmark Abrasives 5-1/2" 18 tooth TCT saw blade is designed for fast, efficient cutting and trimming of hardwoods, softwoods and common construction lumber. Its lower 18-tooth count favors cutting speed and chip clearance, making it a strong choice for framing, trimming and everyday jobsite cutting where productivity is the priority.
Tungsten carbide-tipped teeth and ATB (Alternate Top Bevel) geometry provide durable cutting performance across a range of wood materials. The thin 0.071" kerf helps reduce cutting resistance and unnecessary material removal, while the 5/8" arbor with included 1/2" and 10 mm bushings expands fitment options across compatible compact circular saws.
Quantity: 1 Blade
Product Specifications
Specification
Details
Blade Diameter
5-1/2"
Tooth Count
18 Teeth
Blade Type
Tungsten Carbide Tipped (TCT)
Tooth Geometry
ATB − Alternate Top Bevel
Arbor / Bore
5/8"
Included Bushings
1/2" and 10 mm
Kerf
0.071"
Maximum RPM
11,000 RPM
Primary Material
Wood
Cutting Application
Fast Cutting & Trimming
Compatible Tool Type
Circular Saws
Product Features
18-tooth configuration favors fast cutting and efficient chip clearance.
ATB tooth geometry helps slice cleanly across wood fibers while maintaining strong cutting speed.
Tungsten carbide-tipped teeth provide a durable cutting edge for repeated use.
0.071" thin kerf helps reduce cutting resistance and unnecessary material removal.
5/8" arbor with 1/2" and 10 mm bushings expands fitment options for compatible compact circular saws.
5-1/2" diameter is well suited for portable framing, trimming and general construction applications.
11,000 RPM maximum speed clearly identifies the operating limit for proper machine selection.
Materials & Applications
Best For
Softwood
Hardwood
Plywood
Construction lumber
Wood framing
Decking
Fast general cutting
Trimming
The 18-tooth configuration makes this blade particularly useful for framing, construction, repair and trimming applications where fast, efficient cutting takes priority over a fine-finish edge.
Machine Compatibility
Designed for compatible 5-1/2" circular saws with the correct arbor or installed bushing and an operating speed within the blade's maximum rating.
Common compatible saws include:
Makita® 5005BA 5-1/2" Circular Saw using the 5/8" arbor
Milwaukee® M12 FUEL 2521-20 using the included 10 mm bushing
Common compatible saw brands include:
Craftsman®
SKIL®
Ryobi®
Always confirm compatibility with your exact saw before installation. Blade diameter, arbor or bushing fit, guard and flange clearance, blade rotation, kerf and any applicable riving-knife requirements must match, and the saw must operate at no more than 11,000 RPM.
Choosing the Right Tooth Count
With 18 teeth on a 5-1/2" blade, this blade favors faster cutting and chip clearance, making it well suited for framing, trimming and other productivity-focused wood applications.
Tips for Better Blade Performance
Secure the workpiece firmly before cutting.
Use a steady feed rate and allow the carbide teeth to do the cutting.
Avoid forcing the blade through the material.
Keep sawdust and chips clear of the cutting path.
Inspect the blade before use for damaged, missing or excessively worn teeth.
Remove pitch and resin buildup periodically to maintain cutting performance.
Replace or professionally sharpen the blade when cutting performance noticeably declines.
Never exceed the blade's 11,000 RPM maximum operating speed.
Safety
Use this blade for wood-cutting applications only.
Do not use this blade to cut metal.
Use only on saws designed to accept this blade diameter and arbor or bushing 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 and maintain control of the saw throughout the cut.
This blade is designed for wood applications, including softwoods, hardwoods, plywood, construction lumber, framing and decking. It is particularly well suited for fast cutting and trimming.
Fewer teeth generally provide faster cutting and more room for chip removal. The 18-tooth configuration makes this blade a strong choice for framing, trimming and general construction work where speed is more important than achieving the smoothest possible edge.
ATB stands for Alternate Top Bevel. The teeth alternate their bevel direction from one tooth to the next, helping slice through wood fibers cleanly while providing versatile cutting performance.
This blade favors cutting speed. Its 18-tooth configuration is designed for fast cutting and trimming. For applications where a smoother finished edge is the priority, choose a higher-tooth-count wood blade.
Yes. This blade can cut plywood in addition to hardwoods and softwoods. For highly finish-sensitive plywood cuts, a higher-tooth-count blade may provide a smoother result.
The blade has a 5/8" arbor and includes 1/2" and 10 mm bushings to expand compatibility with saws using those arbor sizes. Use only the bushing required for your specific saw and make sure it is installed correctly.
No. This blade is engineered for wood applications only. Use a Benchmark Abrasives TCT blade specifically designed for steel or aluminum when cutting metal.
Common compatible saws include the Makita 5005BA 5-1/2-inch circular saw using the 5/8-inch arbor and the Milwaukee M12 FUEL 2521-20 using the included 10 mm bushing. Common compatible saw brands also include Craftsman, SKIL and Ryobi models with the required blade and arbor configuration. Confirm compatibility with the exact saw model before installation, including blade diameter, arbor or bushing, guard and flange clearance, blade rotation, kerf and riving-knife requirements where applicable, and a saw speed no greater than 11,000 RPM.
The blade has a maximum operating speed of 11,000 RPM. Never use it on a saw whose operating speed exceeds the maximum RPM marked on the blade.
Pitch and resin buildup can reduce cutting performance even when the carbide teeth are still sharp, so clean the blade periodically. Slower cutting, increased effort or declining edge quality can indicate dull teeth. A structurally sound blade may be professionally sharpened; replace any blade that is cracked, warped or has damaged or missing carbide teeth.
5-1/2" 18-TOOTH TCT SAW BLADE FOR FAST CUTTING & TRIMMING
The Benchmark Abrasives 5-1/2" 18 tooth TCT saw blade is designed for fast, efficient cutting and trimming of hardwoods, softwoods and common construction lumber. Its lower 18-tooth count favors cutting speed and chip clearance, making it a strong choice for framing, trimming and everyday jobsite cutting where productivity is the priority.
Tungsten carbide-tipped teeth and ATB (Alternate Top Bevel) geometry provide durable cutting performance across a range of wood materials. The thin 0.071" kerf helps reduce cutting resistance and unnecessary material removal, while the 5/8" arbor with included 1/2" and 10 mm bushings expands fitment options across compatible compact circular saws.
Quantity: 1 Blade
Product Specifications
Specification
Details
Blade Diameter
5-1/2"
Tooth Count
18 Teeth
Blade Type
Tungsten Carbide Tipped (TCT)
Tooth Geometry
ATB − Alternate Top Bevel
Arbor / Bore
5/8"
Included Bushings
1/2" and 10 mm
Kerf
0.071"
Maximum RPM
11,000 RPM
Primary Material
Wood
Cutting Application
Fast Cutting & Trimming
Compatible Tool Type
Circular Saws
Product Features
18-tooth configuration favors fast cutting and efficient chip clearance.
ATB tooth geometry helps slice cleanly across wood fibers while maintaining strong cutting speed.
Tungsten carbide-tipped teeth provide a durable cutting edge for repeated use.
0.071" thin kerf helps reduce cutting resistance and unnecessary material removal.
5/8" arbor with 1/2" and 10 mm bushings expands fitment options for compatible compact circular saws.
5-1/2" diameter is well suited for portable framing, trimming and general construction applications.
11,000 RPM maximum speed clearly identifies the operating limit for proper machine selection.
Materials & Applications
Best For
Softwood
Hardwood
Plywood
Construction lumber
Wood framing
Decking
Fast general cutting
Trimming
The 18-tooth configuration makes this blade particularly useful for framing, construction, repair and trimming applications where fast, efficient cutting takes priority over a fine-finish edge.
Machine Compatibility
Designed for compatible 5-1/2" circular saws with the correct arbor or installed bushing and an operating speed within the blade's maximum rating.
Common compatible saws include:
Makita® 5005BA 5-1/2" Circular Saw using the 5/8" arbor
Milwaukee® M12 FUEL 2521-20 using the included 10 mm bushing
Common compatible saw brands include:
Craftsman®
SKIL®
Ryobi®
Always confirm compatibility with your exact saw before installation. Blade diameter, arbor or bushing fit, guard and flange clearance, blade rotation, kerf and any applicable riving-knife requirements must match, and the saw must operate at no more than 11,000 RPM.
Choosing the Right Tooth Count
With 18 teeth on a 5-1/2" blade, this blade favors faster cutting and chip clearance, making it well suited for framing, trimming and other productivity-focused wood applications.
Tips for Better Blade Performance
Secure the workpiece firmly before cutting.
Use a steady feed rate and allow the carbide teeth to do the cutting.
Avoid forcing the blade through the material.
Keep sawdust and chips clear of the cutting path.
Inspect the blade before use for damaged, missing or excessively worn teeth.
Remove pitch and resin buildup periodically to maintain cutting performance.
Replace or professionally sharpen the blade when cutting performance noticeably declines.
Never exceed the blade's 11,000 RPM maximum operating speed.
Safety
Use this blade for wood-cutting applications only.
Do not use this blade to cut metal.
Use only on saws designed to accept this blade diameter and arbor or bushing 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 and maintain control of the saw throughout the cut.
This blade is designed for wood applications, including softwoods, hardwoods, plywood, construction lumber, framing and decking. It is particularly well suited for fast cutting and trimming.
Fewer teeth generally provide faster cutting and more room for chip removal. The 18-tooth configuration makes this blade a strong choice for framing, trimming and general construction work where speed is more important than achieving the smoothest possible edge.
ATB stands for Alternate Top Bevel. The teeth alternate their bevel direction from one tooth to the next, helping slice through wood fibers cleanly while providing versatile cutting performance.
This blade favors cutting speed. Its 18-tooth configuration is designed for fast cutting and trimming. For applications where a smoother finished edge is the priority, choose a higher-tooth-count wood blade.
Yes. This blade can cut plywood in addition to hardwoods and softwoods. For highly finish-sensitive plywood cuts, a higher-tooth-count blade may provide a smoother result.
The blade has a 5/8" arbor and includes 1/2" and 10 mm bushings to expand compatibility with saws using those arbor sizes. Use only the bushing required for your specific saw and make sure it is installed correctly.
No. This blade is engineered for wood applications only. Use a Benchmark Abrasives TCT blade specifically designed for steel or aluminum when cutting metal.
Common compatible saws include the Makita 5005BA 5-1/2-inch circular saw using the 5/8-inch arbor and the Milwaukee M12 FUEL 2521-20 using the included 10 mm bushing. Common compatible saw brands also include Craftsman, SKIL and Ryobi models with the required blade and arbor configuration. Confirm compatibility with the exact saw model before installation, including blade diameter, arbor or bushing, guard and flange clearance, blade rotation, kerf and riving-knife requirements where applicable, and a saw speed no greater than 11,000 RPM.
The blade has a maximum operating speed of 11,000 RPM. Never use it on a saw whose operating speed exceeds the maximum RPM marked on the blade.
Pitch and resin buildup can reduce cutting performance even when the carbide teeth are still sharp, so clean the blade periodically. Slower cutting, increased effort or declining edge quality can indicate dull teeth. 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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