The Benchmark Abrasives 12" 72 tooth TCT saw blade is designed for smooth, controlled crosscuts in hardwoods, softwoods and plywood on sliding miter and radial-arm saws. Its 72-tooth configuration and ATB (Alternate Top Bevel) tooth geometry help produce clean edges with reduced tear-out, making it a strong choice for trim, molding, finish carpentry and other appearance-sensitive woodworking.
A negative hook angle helps control how aggressively the blade enters the material, providing the deliberate cutting action preferred on sliding miter and radial-arm saws. Durable tungsten carbide-tipped teeth and a 0.102" kerf deliver dependable cutting performance, while the 1" arbor fits compatible 12" saws.
Quantity: 1 Blade
Product Specifications
Specification
Details
Blade Diameter
12"
Tooth Count
72 Teeth
Blade Type
Tungsten Carbide Tipped (TCT)
Tooth Geometry
ATB − Alternate Top Bevel
Hook Angle
Negative
Arbor / Bore
1"
Kerf
0.102"
Maximum RPM
5,700 RPM
Primary Material
Wood
Cutting Application
Controlled Crosscutting & Fine Finishing
Compatible Tool Type
Sliding Miter & Radial-Arm Saws
Product Features
72-tooth configuration favors smoother crosscuts and reduced tear-out.
ATB tooth geometry helps slice cleanly across wood fibers for finish-sensitive cutting.
Negative hook angle promotes a more controlled cutting action on sliding miter and radial-arm saws.
Tungsten carbide-tipped teeth provide a durable cutting edge for repeated use.
0.102" kerf provides a stable cutting path through hardwoods, softwoods and plywood.
1" arbor fits compatible 12" sliding miter and radial-arm saws.
5,700 RPM maximum speed clearly identifies the operating limit for proper machine selection.
Materials & Applications
Best For
Softwood
Hardwood
Plywood
Trim work
Molding
Finish carpentry
Fine crosscuts
Finish-sensitive wood cutting
The 72-tooth configuration and negative hook angle make this blade especially useful for controlled crosscutting where smooth edge quality and predictable feed are more important than maximum cutting speed.
Machine Compatibility
Designed for compatible 12" sliding compound miter and radial-arm saws using a 1" arbor and operating within the blade's maximum speed rating.
Common compatible saws include:
DeWalt® DWS780
Bosch® GCM12SD
Makita® LS1219L
These named models accept a 1" arbor and operate below the blade's maximum RPM.
Always confirm compatibility with your exact saw before installation. Blade diameter, arbor 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 5,700 RPM.
Choosing the Right Tooth Count
With 72 teeth on a 12" blade, this blade sits in the finishing range and is specifically designed for controlled crosscuts on sliding miter and radial-arm saws.
Tips for Better Blade Performance
Secure the workpiece firmly against the saw fence.
Allow the saw to reach full operating speed before entering the material.
Use a steady, controlled feed rate and let the carbide teeth do the cutting.
Avoid forcing the blade through the workpiece.
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 clean cutting performance.
Replace or professionally sharpen the blade when cutting performance noticeably declines.
Never exceed the blade's 5,700 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 size.
Never install the blade on a machine that exceeds the blade's maximum RPM.
Keep all factory guards and safety devices properly installed.
Secure the workpiece firmly against the fence before cutting.
Inspect the blade before every use. Do not use a cracked, warped or damaged blade.
This blade is designed for wood applications, including hardwoods, softwoods and plywood. It is particularly well suited for crosscutting, trim work and fine-finishing applications.
A higher tooth count keeps more teeth engaged with the material during the cut and reduces the amount of wood removed by each tooth, which generally produces a smoother finished edge and less tear-out.
ATB stands for Alternate Top Bevel. The teeth alternate their bevel direction from one tooth to the next, helping slice across wood fibers cleanly and making this geometry well suited for crosscutting and finishing.
A negative hook angle reduces how aggressively the blade pulls itself into the workpiece. That provides a more controlled cutting action, which is especially useful on sliding miter and radial-arm saws where the blade moves through the material during the cut.
This blade is primarily designed for controlled crosscutting and fine finishing. A lower-tooth-count blade is generally the better choice when fast ripping along the grain is the priority.
Yes. The 72-tooth configuration, ATB geometry and negative-hook design make it well suited for trim, molding and finish-carpentry applications where a clean cut edge is important.
Yes. The blade is suitable for plywood, particularly where a cleaner finished edge and reduced tear-out are desired.
This version is specifically designed for sliding miter and radial-arm saws. Its negative hook angle emphasizes controlled crosscutting, while a standard finishing blade may be positioned more broadly for miter, table or radial-arm saw use.
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 DeWalt DWS780, Bosch GCM12SD and Makita LS1219L 12-inch sliding compound miter saws. These named models accept a 1-inch arbor and operate below the blade's maximum RPM. 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 5,700 RPM.
The blade has a maximum operating speed of 5,700 RPM. Never use it on a saw whose operating speed exceeds the maximum RPM marked on the blade.
The Benchmark Abrasives 12" 72 tooth TCT saw blade is designed for smooth, controlled crosscuts in hardwoods, softwoods and plywood on sliding miter and radial-arm saws. Its 72-tooth configuration and ATB (Alternate Top Bevel) tooth geometry help produce clean edges with reduced tear-out, making it a strong choice for trim, molding, finish carpentry and other appearance-sensitive woodworking.
A negative hook angle helps control how aggressively the blade enters the material, providing the deliberate cutting action preferred on sliding miter and radial-arm saws. Durable tungsten carbide-tipped teeth and a 0.102" kerf deliver dependable cutting performance, while the 1" arbor fits compatible 12" saws.
Quantity: 1 Blade
Product Specifications
Specification
Details
Blade Diameter
12"
Tooth Count
72 Teeth
Blade Type
Tungsten Carbide Tipped (TCT)
Tooth Geometry
ATB − Alternate Top Bevel
Hook Angle
Negative
Arbor / Bore
1"
Kerf
0.102"
Maximum RPM
5,700 RPM
Primary Material
Wood
Cutting Application
Controlled Crosscutting & Fine Finishing
Compatible Tool Type
Sliding Miter & Radial-Arm Saws
Product Features
72-tooth configuration favors smoother crosscuts and reduced tear-out.
ATB tooth geometry helps slice cleanly across wood fibers for finish-sensitive cutting.
Negative hook angle promotes a more controlled cutting action on sliding miter and radial-arm saws.
Tungsten carbide-tipped teeth provide a durable cutting edge for repeated use.
0.102" kerf provides a stable cutting path through hardwoods, softwoods and plywood.
1" arbor fits compatible 12" sliding miter and radial-arm saws.
5,700 RPM maximum speed clearly identifies the operating limit for proper machine selection.
Materials & Applications
Best For
Softwood
Hardwood
Plywood
Trim work
Molding
Finish carpentry
Fine crosscuts
Finish-sensitive wood cutting
The 72-tooth configuration and negative hook angle make this blade especially useful for controlled crosscutting where smooth edge quality and predictable feed are more important than maximum cutting speed.
Machine Compatibility
Designed for compatible 12" sliding compound miter and radial-arm saws using a 1" arbor and operating within the blade's maximum speed rating.
Common compatible saws include:
DeWalt® DWS780
Bosch® GCM12SD
Makita® LS1219L
These named models accept a 1" arbor and operate below the blade's maximum RPM.
Always confirm compatibility with your exact saw before installation. Blade diameter, arbor 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 5,700 RPM.
Choosing the Right Tooth Count
With 72 teeth on a 12" blade, this blade sits in the finishing range and is specifically designed for controlled crosscuts on sliding miter and radial-arm saws.
Tips for Better Blade Performance
Secure the workpiece firmly against the saw fence.
Allow the saw to reach full operating speed before entering the material.
Use a steady, controlled feed rate and let the carbide teeth do the cutting.
Avoid forcing the blade through the workpiece.
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 clean cutting performance.
Replace or professionally sharpen the blade when cutting performance noticeably declines.
Never exceed the blade's 5,700 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 size.
Never install the blade on a machine that exceeds the blade's maximum RPM.
Keep all factory guards and safety devices properly installed.
Secure the workpiece firmly against the fence before cutting.
Inspect the blade before every use. Do not use a cracked, warped or damaged blade.
This blade is designed for wood applications, including hardwoods, softwoods and plywood. It is particularly well suited for crosscutting, trim work and fine-finishing applications.
A higher tooth count keeps more teeth engaged with the material during the cut and reduces the amount of wood removed by each tooth, which generally produces a smoother finished edge and less tear-out.
ATB stands for Alternate Top Bevel. The teeth alternate their bevel direction from one tooth to the next, helping slice across wood fibers cleanly and making this geometry well suited for crosscutting and finishing.
A negative hook angle reduces how aggressively the blade pulls itself into the workpiece. That provides a more controlled cutting action, which is especially useful on sliding miter and radial-arm saws where the blade moves through the material during the cut.
This blade is primarily designed for controlled crosscutting and fine finishing. A lower-tooth-count blade is generally the better choice when fast ripping along the grain is the priority.
Yes. The 72-tooth configuration, ATB geometry and negative-hook design make it well suited for trim, molding and finish-carpentry applications where a clean cut edge is important.
Yes. The blade is suitable for plywood, particularly where a cleaner finished edge and reduced tear-out are desired.
This version is specifically designed for sliding miter and radial-arm saws. Its negative hook angle emphasizes controlled crosscutting, while a standard finishing blade may be positioned more broadly for miter, table or radial-arm saw use.
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 DeWalt DWS780, Bosch GCM12SD and Makita LS1219L 12-inch sliding compound miter saws. These named models accept a 1-inch arbor and operate below the blade's maximum RPM. 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 5,700 RPM.
The blade has a maximum operating speed of 5,700 RPM. Never use it on a saw whose operating speed exceeds the maximum RPM marked on the blade.
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