Ridge Carbide 12" MELACRAFTER Full Kerf Saw Blade | 100 Teeth, HiATB, -5° Hook, 1" Bore, 0.095" Plate Thickness, 0.125" Kerf | for Fine Crosscutting Laminates (MC121002-1)

Upgrade your woodworking with the Ridge Carbide (MC121002-1) 12", 100-Tooth Melacrafter Saw Blade-precision-engineered for ultra-smooth, splinter-free cuts in laminated materials and sheet goods Featuring a -5° Face Hook and High Alternate Top Bevel Grind (HiATB), this blade is ideal for fine crosscutting laminated and veneered materials. The C-4 micro-grain carbide teeth are 1/3 larger than other premium brands, allowing for 20-25 sharpenings and a longer service life. Each tooth is meticulously ground to a 1200-grit micro finish, delivering glass-smooth cuts that require little to no sanding. Built for stability, the fully hardened, hand-tensioned tool steel body ensures a flat, true-running blade, while precision expansion slots reduce vibration, heat buildup, and noise for seamless operation. Proudly Made in the USA, Ridge Carbide saw blades have received top accolades, including “Top Tool”, “Editors Choice”, “Best Overall” and “Best Quality Cut” from industry-leading publications. Whether you're working with hardwood, softwood, or veneered panels, this blade delivers unmatched cut quality and overall performance.

• Specifications: Diameter: 12" | Bore: 1" | Tooth Count: 100 | Face Hook: -5° | Grind Type: High Alternate Top Bevel (HiATB) | Kerf: 0.125" | Plate Thickness: 0.095"
• Grind Type: High Alternate Top Bevel (HiATB) - Identical teeth configuration to ATB, where alternating teeth are needed to create a full kerf cut, reducing cutting pressure and tearout while leaving a fine finish. The high top bevel angle (30° or more) helps create ultra-fine cuts, which is ideal when cutting laminated and sheet material while minimizing tearout.
• Cut Type: Crosscut
• Machine Type: Table Saws, Miter Saws, Radial Arm Saws
• Recommended Material Type: 1/4" - 3/4" Thick Plywood, Laminate, Veneer, Solid Wood, MDF