Circular Saw Blade NORTON 180 mm × 30 mm, 30 teeth, for Wood and Composites, ATB (2.8/1.8)

NORTON circular saw blade 180 mm × 30 mm with 30 teeth is designed for cutting wood and composite materials on table and miter saws with a compatible arbor. The blade features an ATB (alternate top bevel) tooth geometry that delivers clean crosscuts and general-purpose trimming in solid wood, veneered panels and composite boards. Kerf and thickness values are 2.8 mm and 1.8 mm respectively, making the blade suitable where a balance between material removal and finish quality is required.

Advantages

The ATB tooth design reduces splintering and produces smoother edges on crosscuts while maintaining efficient chip clearance. The 30-tooth configuration offers a compromise between cutting speed and surface finish, allowing both rough cuts and finer finishing passes. A 30 mm bore provides compatibility with many standard table and miter saw arbors, and the blade’s specified kerf and plate thickness give predictable cutting performance and kerf width for accurate material planning.

Suitable for

• Crosscutting solid wood and hardwood boards
• Cutting veneered panels and laminated boards
• Trimming composite boards such as MDF, particleboard and coated panels
• General-purpose woodworking on table saws and miter saws

Key specifications

• Blade diameter: 180 mm
• Bore diameter: 30 mm
• Number of teeth: 30
• Tooth geometry: ATB (alternate top bevel)
• Kerf (cutting width): 2.8 mm
• Plate thickness: 1.8 mm
• Intended materials: wood and composite boards

How to use

Install the blade on a table saw or miter saw with a matching 30 mm arbor, ensuring the blade rotation direction matches the saw’s indicator. Tighten the flange and arbor nut to the manufacturer’s recommended torque. Use appropriate feed rates and fence or miter guides to keep cuts straight; for cleaner crosscuts, use a zero-clearance insert or sacrificial fence where possible. Observe standard safety practices: wear eye and hearing protection, secure the workpiece, and avoid kickback by using push sticks or featherboards when necessary.

Usage recommendations

To extend blade life and preserve cut quality, avoid prolonged cutting of abrasive materials, keep the blade clean from pitch and resin buildup, and periodically inspect teeth for damage. Select slower feed rates for veneered or coated panels to reduce chipping, and replace the blade when teeth become dull or damaged to maintain safety and finish quality.