4-1/2" 18-TOOTH TCT SAW BLADE FOR FAST CUTTING & TRIMMING
The Benchmark Abrasives 4-1/2" 18 tooth TCT saw blade is built for fast, efficient cutting and trimming of hardwoods, softwoods and plywood. Its lower 18-tooth count favors cutting speed and chip clearance, making it a practical choice for framing, trimming and everyday jobs where productivity matters more than achieving the finest possible finished edge.
Precision-ground tungsten carbide-tipped teeth and ATB (Alternate Top Bevel) geometry provide durable, dependable cutting performance across common wood materials. The thin 0.071" kerf helps reduce cutting resistance and material removal, making this compact blade especially well suited for portable circular-saw applications.
Quantity: 1 Blade
Product Specifications
Specification
Details
Blade Diameter
4-1/2"
Tooth Count
18 Teeth
Blade Type
Tungsten Carbide Tipped (TCT)
Tooth Geometry
ATB − Alternate Top Bevel
Arbor / Bore
3/8"
Kerf
0.071"
Maximum RPM
14,000 RPM
Primary Material
Wood
Cutting Application
Fast Cutting & Trimming
Compatible Tool Type
Compact Circular Saws
Product Features
18-tooth configuration favors faster cutting and efficient chip clearance.
ATB tooth geometry helps produce clean, accurate cuts across wood fibers.
Tungsten carbide-tipped teeth provide a durable cutting edge for repeated use.
0.071" thin kerf reduces unnecessary material removal and cutting resistance.
Compact 4-1/2" diameter is well suited for portable saws and trimming applications.
3/8" arbor fits compatible compact circular saws.
14,000 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 a fast, efficient cut takes priority over a fine-finish edge.
Machine Compatibility
Designed for compatible 4-1/2" compact circular saws with the proper arbor configuration and operating speed.
Common compatible saws include:
Porter-Cable® PCE381 4-1/2" Compact Circular Saw
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 14,000 RPM.
Choosing the Right Tooth Count
With 18 teeth on a 4-1/2" blade, this blade sits on the faster, more aggressive side of the wood-cutting range, making it well suited for fast cutting, framing and trimming.
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 debris 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 14,000 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 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, and plywood. It is particularly well suited for fast cutting, trimming, framing, and other applications where cutting speed is a priority.
Fewer teeth generally provide faster, more aggressive cutting and greater space for chip removal. The 18-tooth configuration makes this blade a strong choice for quick cutting and trimming 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. If a smoother, finish-sensitive cut is the priority, choose a higher-tooth-count wood blade.
Yes. This blade can be used for plywood as well as hardwoods and softwoods. For finish-sensitive plywood cuts where minimizing tear-out is the highest priority, a higher-tooth-count blade may provide a smoother result.
Kerf is the approximate width of material removed by the blade during the cut. The 0.071" thin kerf helps reduce cutting resistance and unnecessary material removal.
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 Porter-Cable PCE381 4-1/2-inch compact circular saw. 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 14,000 RPM.
The blade has a maximum operating speed of 14,000 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.
4-1/2" 18-TOOTH TCT SAW BLADE FOR FAST CUTTING & TRIMMING
The Benchmark Abrasives 4-1/2" 18 tooth TCT saw blade is built for fast, efficient cutting and trimming of hardwoods, softwoods and plywood. Its lower 18-tooth count favors cutting speed and chip clearance, making it a practical choice for framing, trimming and everyday jobs where productivity matters more than achieving the finest possible finished edge.
Precision-ground tungsten carbide-tipped teeth and ATB (Alternate Top Bevel) geometry provide durable, dependable cutting performance across common wood materials. The thin 0.071" kerf helps reduce cutting resistance and material removal, making this compact blade especially well suited for portable circular-saw applications.
Quantity: 1 Blade
Product Specifications
Specification
Details
Blade Diameter
4-1/2"
Tooth Count
18 Teeth
Blade Type
Tungsten Carbide Tipped (TCT)
Tooth Geometry
ATB − Alternate Top Bevel
Arbor / Bore
3/8"
Kerf
0.071"
Maximum RPM
14,000 RPM
Primary Material
Wood
Cutting Application
Fast Cutting & Trimming
Compatible Tool Type
Compact Circular Saws
Product Features
18-tooth configuration favors faster cutting and efficient chip clearance.
ATB tooth geometry helps produce clean, accurate cuts across wood fibers.
Tungsten carbide-tipped teeth provide a durable cutting edge for repeated use.
0.071" thin kerf reduces unnecessary material removal and cutting resistance.
Compact 4-1/2" diameter is well suited for portable saws and trimming applications.
3/8" arbor fits compatible compact circular saws.
14,000 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 a fast, efficient cut takes priority over a fine-finish edge.
Machine Compatibility
Designed for compatible 4-1/2" compact circular saws with the proper arbor configuration and operating speed.
Common compatible saws include:
Porter-Cable® PCE381 4-1/2" Compact Circular Saw
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 14,000 RPM.
Choosing the Right Tooth Count
With 18 teeth on a 4-1/2" blade, this blade sits on the faster, more aggressive side of the wood-cutting range, making it well suited for fast cutting, framing and trimming.
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 debris 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 14,000 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 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, and plywood. It is particularly well suited for fast cutting, trimming, framing, and other applications where cutting speed is a priority.
Fewer teeth generally provide faster, more aggressive cutting and greater space for chip removal. The 18-tooth configuration makes this blade a strong choice for quick cutting and trimming 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. If a smoother, finish-sensitive cut is the priority, choose a higher-tooth-count wood blade.
Yes. This blade can be used for plywood as well as hardwoods and softwoods. For finish-sensitive plywood cuts where minimizing tear-out is the highest priority, a higher-tooth-count blade may provide a smoother result.
Kerf is the approximate width of material removed by the blade during the cut. The 0.071" thin kerf helps reduce cutting resistance and unnecessary material removal.
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 Porter-Cable PCE381 4-1/2-inch compact circular saw. 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 14,000 RPM.
The blade has a maximum operating speed of 14,000 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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