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This Abracs TCT circular saw blade is designed for woodworkers seeking durable and precise cuts in softwood, hardwood, plywood, and timber. Its key benefit is extreme wear resistance from Tungsten carbide-tipped teeth, ensuring a long working life and consistent performance. A potential caveat is that it provides a coarse to medium finish, which may require secondary finishing for very fine applications. The blade features a 165mm diameter, 40 teeth, a 1.5mm plate thickness for a 2.3mm kerf, and includes a bushing washer for 16mm bore adaptability.
| Model Part Number | TCT16540 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Abracs |
This blade is suitable for cutting softwood, hardwood, plywood, and timber.
The bore is the central hole of the blade that fits onto the saw's spindle. A 20mm bore fits a 20mm spindle, while a 16mm bore fits a 16mm spindle. The included bushing washer allows a 20mm bore blade to fit on a 16mm spindle.
This blade provides a coarse to medium finish. For very fine, smooth finishes required in fine furniture making, you might need a blade with a higher tooth count or plan to sand the surface after cutting.
After unplugging the saw, use a stiff brush or a cloth with a mild solvent designed for saw blades. Ensure the blade is thoroughly dried afterwards to prevent rust.
TCT stands for Tungsten Carbide Tipped, indicating that the teeth of the blade are made of or tipped with a very hard and durable carbide material.
The blade features expansion slots designed to help prevent warping caused by heat during use. Proper blade tension and avoiding overheating the blade through excessively fast or forced cuts can also help.
No, this blade is specifically designed and optimized for cutting various types of wood only.
Check for dull teeth, ensure the blade is securely mounted and not warped. Clean any buildup from the teeth. Verify the correct blade is being used for the material and cut type.
Ensure the blade is correctly installed and the spindle nut is tight. Check for any debris lodged between the blade and the saw's flanges. Inspect the blade for flatness; a warped blade may need replacement.
This blade is designed for coarse to medium finishes. For finer finishes, consider a higher tooth count blade or plan for subsequent sanding. Ensure the blade is sharp and installed correctly (teeth direction).
Ensure the bore and bushing are clean. If stuck, try gently tapping the bushing with a rubber mallet. Do not force it excessively.
Setup: Ensure the circular saw is unplugged before installing the blade. If your saw spindle is 20mm, the blade can be mounted directly. If your spindle is 16mm, insert the provided bushing washer onto the spindle before mounting the blade. Align the blade's arbor hole with the spindle and secure it according to your saw's manufacturer instructions.
Compatibility: This blade has a 20mm bore size and is compatible with most standard circular saws that accept this size. The included 16mm bushing washer expands compatibility to saws with a 16mm spindle.
Care: After each use, clean the blade to remove sawdust and resin buildup. A dry brush or compressed air is often sufficient. For tougher residue, a mild solvent can be used sparingly, followed by thorough drying. Store the blade in a dry place, ideally in its original packaging or a blade case, to prevent rust and damage to the teeth. Avoid exposing the blade to moisture.
