Circular saw blade AWTools AW48485 — AWTools AW48485, weight 1.8 kg

Circular saw blade AWTools AW48485 is a replacement or accessory blade designed for stationary and portable circular saws. Made of high-quality laser-cut carbon steel with tungsten-carbide teeth, the blade is built to provide durable edge life and consistent cut quality. The 30 mm bore accepts included 22 mm and 16 mm reduction rings, while smaller 115–125 mm sizes use a 22 mm bore. Expansion slots reduce heat buildup and help prevent deformation during heavy use. With a kerf of approximately 4.5 mm and an alternating bevel tooth geometry with a 10° positive hook angle, this blade is suitable for transverse and angular cuts in hardwood, wood-based materials and hard plastics.

Advantages

The combination of laser-cut carbon steel body and tungsten-carbide teeth ensures longer cutting performance and improved wear resistance. Expansion slots dissipate heat to maintain blade stability and minimize warping under continuous operation. Supplied reduction rings provide compatibility with multiple arbor sizes, allowing quick installation on a wide range of circular saws. The alternating bevel tooth design and positive hook angle promote clean crosscuts and reduced tear-out on wood and composite panels.

Suitable for

• Crosscuts and angled cuts in hardwood and softwood
• Cutting wood-based panels such as plywood and MDF
• Trimming and shaping hard plastics
• Use as a replacement blade for portable and table saws

Key specifications

• Blade material: laser-cut carbon steel body
• Teeth: tungsten-carbide tipped with alternating bevels
• Tooth geometry: alternating bevel, 10° positive hook angle
• Kerf width: approx. 4.5 mm
• Bore options: 30 mm with 22 mm and 16 mm reduction rings; 115–125 mm blades use 22 mm bore
• Weight: 1.8 kg
• Compatibility: suitable for stationary and portable circular saws

How to use

Ensure the saw is powered off and disconnected from the power source before installing the blade. Fit the blade onto the saw arbor, selecting and inserting the appropriate reduction ring if required to match your saw's arbor diameter. Tighten the arbor flange according to the saw manufacturer's torque recommendations and verify blade rotation direction matches the saw's indicated rotation. For best results, run the blade at the recommended speed for your saw and material, and make controlled, steady feeds without forcing the blade through the workpiece.

Usage recommendations

Use appropriate personal protective equipment including eye and hearing protection, and follow the saw manufacturer's safety instructions. Allow the blade to cool between extended cutting operations to reduce thermal stress. Inspect the blade regularly for chipped or worn teeth and replace the blade if performance or cut quality degrades. When cutting finished or veneered panels, consider using a sacrificial backing board or tape on the cut line to minimize tear-out.