Circular Saw Blade Makita 136 mm × 20 mm, 16 Teeth for Wood

Makita 136 mm × 20 mm circular saw blade with 16 carbide-tipped teeth is designed for cutting wood with a balance of cutting speed and surface finish. The blade fits saws that accept a 20 mm arbor and is suitable for portable and bench-mounted circular saws. With a 136 mm outer diameter and medium tooth count, it performs straight crosscuts and rip cuts in both softwoods and hardwoods, providing consistent results for general woodworking tasks.

Advantages

The carbide-tipped teeth retain sharpness longer than high-speed steel, improving durability and reducing the need for frequent resharpening. The 16-tooth design offers a compromise between faster material removal and acceptable cutting finish, making it versatile for both rough and semi-finish cuts. Compatibility with a 20 mm bore ensures straightforward mounting on many compact and bench saws.

Suitable for

• Crosscutting softwood and hardwood boards
• Rip cutting lumber and dimensional timber
• Use with portable circular saws and bench saws that accept a 20 mm arbor
• General carpentry, framing and workshop cutting tasks

Key specifications

• Outer diameter: 136 mm
• Bore (arbor) diameter: 20 mm
• Number of teeth: 16
• Tooth material: carbide-tipped
• Intended material: wood (softwood and hardwood)

How to use

Ensure the saw is unplugged or the battery is removed before installing the blade. Mount the blade on a saw arbor that matches the 20 mm bore and tighten the flange according to the saw manufacturer's torque instructions. Verify blade rotation direction matches the saw's rotation arrow. For safe operation, set the saw's depth to slightly greater than the material thickness and secure the workpiece. Use appropriate feed speed—moderate feed for clean cuts and faster feed for rough cutting. Allow the blade to reach full speed before engaging the material and avoid forcing the saw through the workpiece.

Usage recommendations

If cutting finished or veneer-faced panels, test on a scrap piece to check for chip-out and adjust cutting speed or use an auxiliary scoring blade if necessary. Maintain carbide blades by cleaning pitch and resin build-up and inspect teeth before each use. Replace the blade if teeth are chipped or excessively worn to preserve cut quality and safety.