The Benchmark Abrasives 8-1/2" 60 tooth TCT saw blade is designed for smooth, controlled crosscuts and fine finishing in hardwoods, softwoods and plywood. Its 60-tooth configuration and ATB (Alternate Top Bevel) tooth geometry help produce clean edges with reduced tear-out, making it a strong choice for trim, finish carpentry and other appearance-sensitive woodworking.
A negative hook angle helps moderate how aggressively the blade enters the material, providing the controlled cutting action preferred on sliding miter and radial-arm saws. Durable tungsten carbide-tipped teeth and a 0.091" kerf deliver dependable cutting performance, while the standard 5/8" arbor fits compatible 8-1/2" saws.
Quantity: 1 Blade
Product Specifications
Specification
Details
Blade Diameter
8-1/2"
Tooth Count
60 Teeth
Blade Type
Tungsten Carbide Tipped (TCT)
Tooth Geometry
ATB – Alternate Top Bevel
Hook Angle
Negative
Arbor / Bore
5/8"
Kerf
0.091"
Maximum RPM
7,500 RPM
Primary Material
Wood
Cutting Application
Crosscutting & Fine Finishing
Compatible Tool Type
Sliding Miter & Radial-Arm Saws
Product Features
60-tooth configuration favors smoother edge quality and reduced tear-out.
ATB tooth geometry helps slice cleanly across wood fibers for finish-sensitive crosscuts.
Negative hook angle promotes controlled cutting on sliding miter and radial-arm saws.
Tungsten carbide-tipped teeth provide a durable cutting edge for repeated use.
0.091" kerf provides a stable cutting path through hardwoods, softwoods and plywood.
5/8" arbor fits compatible 8-1/2" sliding miter and radial-arm saws.
7,500 RPM maximum speed clearly identifies the operating limit for proper machine selection.
Materials & Applications
Best For
Softwood
Hardwood
Plywood
Trim work
Finish carpentry
Fine crosscuts
Molding
Finish-sensitive wood cutting
The 60-tooth configuration and negative hook angle make this blade particularly useful for crosscutting and fine finishing where a smooth edge and controlled feed are more important than maximum cutting speed.
Machine & Tool Compatibility
Designed for compatible 8-1/2" sliding compound miter and radial-arm saws using a 5/8" arbor and operating within the blade's maximum speed rating.
Common compatible saws include:
Metabo HPT® C8FSES / C8FSE
Bosch® CM8S
These saws use a 5/8" arbor and operate below the blade's maximum RPM.
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 7,500 RPM.
Choosing the Right Tooth Count
With 60 teeth on an 8-1/2" blade, this blade sits firmly in the smooth-finish range and is designed for controlled crosscuts and finish-sensitive woodworking.
Tips for Better Blade Performance
Secure the workpiece firmly before cutting.
Allow the saw to reach full operating speed before entering the material.
Use a steady, controlled feed rate rather than forcing the blade through the cut.
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 7,500 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.
Secure the workpiece against the saw 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 cutting teeth engaged with the material and removes less wood per tooth, which generally produces a smoother finished edge and reduces 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 tooth 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 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 60-tooth configuration, ATB geometry and controlled negative-hook design make it well suited for trim, molding and other finish-carpentry applications where a clean cut edge is important.
Yes. The blade can be used on plywood, particularly where a cleaner finished edge is desired.
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 Metabo HPT C8FSES/C8FSE and Bosch CM8S 8-1/2-inch sliding compound miter saws. These saws use a 5/8-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 7,500 RPM.
The blade has a maximum operating speed of 7,500 RPM. Never use it on a saw whose operating speed exceeds the maximum RPM marked on the blade.
The Benchmark Abrasives 8-1/2" 60 tooth TCT saw blade is designed for smooth, controlled crosscuts and fine finishing in hardwoods, softwoods and plywood. Its 60-tooth configuration and ATB (Alternate Top Bevel) tooth geometry help produce clean edges with reduced tear-out, making it a strong choice for trim, finish carpentry and other appearance-sensitive woodworking.
A negative hook angle helps moderate how aggressively the blade enters the material, providing the controlled cutting action preferred on sliding miter and radial-arm saws. Durable tungsten carbide-tipped teeth and a 0.091" kerf deliver dependable cutting performance, while the standard 5/8" arbor fits compatible 8-1/2" saws.
Quantity: 1 Blade
Product Specifications
Specification
Details
Blade Diameter
8-1/2"
Tooth Count
60 Teeth
Blade Type
Tungsten Carbide Tipped (TCT)
Tooth Geometry
ATB – Alternate Top Bevel
Hook Angle
Negative
Arbor / Bore
5/8"
Kerf
0.091"
Maximum RPM
7,500 RPM
Primary Material
Wood
Cutting Application
Crosscutting & Fine Finishing
Compatible Tool Type
Sliding Miter & Radial-Arm Saws
Product Features
60-tooth configuration favors smoother edge quality and reduced tear-out.
ATB tooth geometry helps slice cleanly across wood fibers for finish-sensitive crosscuts.
Negative hook angle promotes controlled cutting on sliding miter and radial-arm saws.
Tungsten carbide-tipped teeth provide a durable cutting edge for repeated use.
0.091" kerf provides a stable cutting path through hardwoods, softwoods and plywood.
5/8" arbor fits compatible 8-1/2" sliding miter and radial-arm saws.
7,500 RPM maximum speed clearly identifies the operating limit for proper machine selection.
Materials & Applications
Best For
Softwood
Hardwood
Plywood
Trim work
Finish carpentry
Fine crosscuts
Molding
Finish-sensitive wood cutting
The 60-tooth configuration and negative hook angle make this blade particularly useful for crosscutting and fine finishing where a smooth edge and controlled feed are more important than maximum cutting speed.
Machine & Tool Compatibility
Designed for compatible 8-1/2" sliding compound miter and radial-arm saws using a 5/8" arbor and operating within the blade's maximum speed rating.
Common compatible saws include:
Metabo HPT® C8FSES / C8FSE
Bosch® CM8S
These saws use a 5/8" arbor and operate below the blade's maximum RPM.
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 7,500 RPM.
Choosing the Right Tooth Count
With 60 teeth on an 8-1/2" blade, this blade sits firmly in the smooth-finish range and is designed for controlled crosscuts and finish-sensitive woodworking.
Tips for Better Blade Performance
Secure the workpiece firmly before cutting.
Allow the saw to reach full operating speed before entering the material.
Use a steady, controlled feed rate rather than forcing the blade through the cut.
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 7,500 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.
Secure the workpiece against the saw 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 cutting teeth engaged with the material and removes less wood per tooth, which generally produces a smoother finished edge and reduces 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 tooth 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 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 60-tooth configuration, ATB geometry and controlled negative-hook design make it well suited for trim, molding and other finish-carpentry applications where a clean cut edge is important.
Yes. The blade can be used on plywood, particularly where a cleaner finished edge is desired.
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 Metabo HPT C8FSES/C8FSE and Bosch CM8S 8-1/2-inch sliding compound miter saws. These saws use a 5/8-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 7,500 RPM.
The blade has a maximum operating speed of 7,500 RPM. Never use it on a saw whose operating speed exceeds the maximum RPM marked on the blade.
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