Orange Crescent Tools saw blade with 44 carbide-tipped teeth. Text specifies “7 1/4 inches (184mm)” diameter and “5/8 inch” arbor. Marketing claims include “50% Smoother Finish” and “Clean, Melt-Free Cuts.” Designed for Trex composite decking and cellular PVC.
Product marketing image of the Crescent CSBTX-744 circular saw blade. Red blade with 44 carbide-tipped teeth shown prominently. Text highlights features including “50% Smoother Finish,” “Clean, Melt-Free Cuts,” and compatibility with cordless and corded saws.
Crescent Tools circular saw blade designed for composite decking. Orange blade with black and white text highlights features like “50% smoother finish” and “clean melt-free cuts.” Labeled for use with composite decking and cellular PVC.
Close-up of an orange saw blade with alternating bevel teeth. Printed specifications include “7 1/4" (184mm)” diameter and “5/8" (15mm) Arbor.” Directional arrows indicate correct rotation for installation.
Detailed view of an orange circular saw blade designed for composite decking. Silver teeth are evenly spaced around the edge, and a hook-shaped expansion slot is visible near the center to reduce vibration and noise.
Close-up of a red circular saw blade with sharp carbide teeth. Text includes “44T,” “Carbide Teeth,” and multilingual labeling. Partial branding and “Composite Decking” usage indication are visible near the center.
Promotional graphic for Crescent Tools highlighting the blade’s suitability for cutting composite decking and cellular PVC. Includes bold orange and white branding with two inset images showing sample materials labeled “Composite Decking” and “Cellular PVC.”
Action photo of a person using a handheld circular saw to cut wood outdoors. Sawdust is visible mid-cut, and the saw features a red and silver blade guard with a battery pack, suggesting cordless operation.
Orange Crescent Tools saw blade with 44 carbide-tipped teeth. Text specifies “7 1/4 inches (184mm)” diameter and “5/8 inch” arbor. Marketing claims include “50% Smoother Finish” and “Clean, Melt-Free Cuts.” Designed for Trex composite decking and cellular PVC.
Product marketing image of the Crescent CSBTX-744 circular saw blade. Red blade with 44 carbide-tipped teeth shown prominently. Text highlights features including “50% Smoother Finish,” “Clean, Melt-Free Cuts,” and compatibility with cordless and corded saws.
Crescent Tools circular saw blade designed for composite decking. Orange blade with black and white text highlights features like “50% smoother finish” and “clean melt-free cuts.” Labeled for use with composite decking and cellular PVC.
Close-up of an orange saw blade with alternating bevel teeth. Printed specifications include “7 1/4" (184mm)” diameter and “5/8" (15mm) Arbor.” Directional arrows indicate correct rotation for installation.
Detailed view of an orange circular saw blade designed for composite decking. Silver teeth are evenly spaced around the edge, and a hook-shaped expansion slot is visible near the center to reduce vibration and noise.
Close-up of a red circular saw blade with sharp carbide teeth. Text includes “44T,” “Carbide Teeth,” and multilingual labeling. Partial branding and “Composite Decking” usage indication are visible near the center.
Promotional graphic for Crescent Tools highlighting the blade’s suitability for cutting composite decking and cellular PVC. Includes bold orange and white branding with two inset images showing sample materials labeled “Composite Decking” and “Cellular PVC.”
Action photo of a person using a handheld circular saw to cut wood outdoors. Sawdust is visible mid-cut, and the saw features a red and silver blade guard with a battery pack, suggesting cordless operation.
Crescent

Crescent Circular Saw Blade CSBTX-744 7-1/4 Inch (44 Tooth TCG Carbide Thin Kerf Active Shield TREX Composite Decking Cellular PVC Circular Sawing)

Only 2 left
SKU: CSBTX-744
$22.00 USD

Description

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Crescent CSBTX-744 7-1/4-Inch 44-Tooth Composite Decking Circular Saw Blade

The Crescent CSBTX-744 7-1/4-Inch 44-Tooth Composite Decking Circular Saw Blade is a specialized synthetic material cutting accessory engineered for crosscutting composite deck boards, cellular PVC trim, and capped polymer planks. Featuring a 44-tooth Triple Chip Grind (TCG) premium carbide edge and a 0.063-inch thin kerf plate with a 5/8-inch arbor, this 7-1/4-inch blade connects directly to corded and cordless handheld circular saws. Providing a 50% smoother surface finish while actively shedding heat via Active Shield coating, this composite blade solves plastic melting, edge burring, and surface swirl mark challenges during custom deck building and trim installation.

Best Used For:

  • Composite Deck Board Crosscutting: Cutting TREX, TimberTech, and Fiberon capped composite deck planks without melting plastic capstock layers or leaving rough burrs.
  • Cellular PVC Trim & Fascia Installation: Slicing crisp, clean square edges and miter joints on cellular PVC trim boards, fascia panels, and decorative vinyl mouldings.
  • Cordless Jobsite Deck Framing: Maximizing battery runtime on 18V and 20V cordless circular saws due to the ultra-low friction 0.063-inch thin kerf geometry.

Key Performance & Safety Features

  • Razor Tipped TCG Carbide Teeth: 44-tooth Triple Chip Grind carbide tooth profile slices through tough synthetic polymers to produce a 50% smoother, burr-free edge.
  • Melt-Free 0.063-Inch Thin Kerf: Reduced material drag minimizes blade friction, preventing thermal buildup that causes plastic compounds to melt and bind.
  • Active Shield Protective Coating: Non-stick chemical surface coating resists high friction heat, synthetic resin gumming, and metallic corrosion.
  • Laser-Cut Vibration & Expansion Slots: Precision expansion slots absorb thermal plate expansion while vibration slots dampen blade chatter to eliminate surface swirl marks.
  • Universal 5/8-Inch Arbor Fitment: Mounts securely on all standard 7-1/4 inch corded sidewinder saws, worm-drive saws, and cordless circular saws.

What's Included

  • (1) Crescent CSBTX-744 7-1/4 in. x 44-Tooth Composite Decking Circular Saw Blade

Technical Specifications

Manufacturer Brand Crescent
Model Number / Part ID CSBTX-744
Blade Outer Diameter 7-1/4 in. (7.25 in. / 184.15 mm)
Tooth Count (TPI) 44 Teeth
Tooth Grind Geometry Triple Chip Grind (TCG)
Cutting Edge Material Razor Tipped™ Premium Carbide
Arbor Diameter Size 5/8 in. Round Arbor
Blade Kerf Thickness 0.063 in. (1.60 mm) Approx.
Protective Surface Coating Active Shield™ Non-Stick Coating
Primary Target Materials Composite Decking (TREX, TimberTech), Cellular PVC, Vinyl Trim
Compatible Power Tool Platform 7-1/4 in. Corded and Cordless Handheld Circular Saws
Product Warranty Coverage Full Lifetime Warranty
Pro-Tip: Push the circular saw through dense composite deck planks at a smooth, steady pace to allow the 44 TCG carbide teeth to shear the plastic fibers without generating friction heat.