Diablo Fine Finish Saw Blade D1280X 12 Inch 1 Arbor (80T Hi-ATB TiCo Carbide 0.118 Thin Kerf 5000 RPM Crown Molding Melamine Plywood Hardwood)
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Industrial-Grade 12 Inch 80-Tooth Hi-ATB Carbide Fine Finish Circular Saw Blade
The Diablo D1280X 12-Inch 80-Tooth Fine Finish Circular Saw Blade functions as a commercial-duty wood cutting disc engineered to execute splinter-free crosscuts and precision miter joints in fine hardwoods, crown molding, double-sided melamine, and cabinet-grade plywood. Manufactured with High Alternate Top Bevel (Hi-ATB) TiCo high-density titanium cobalt carbide teeth and tri-metal shock-resistant brazing, this 1-inch arbor blade operates on compound miter saws, sliding miter saws, and table saws at speeds up to 5,000 RPM. Featuring a 0.118-inch thin kerf geometry, a 7-degree positive hook angle, and a thermal red Perma-SHIELD non-stick coating, the blade minimizes motor strain while eliminating material blowout and resin pitch gumming.
Best Used For:
- Crown Molding & Architectural Trim: Executing razor-sharp, mitered corner joints in pre-finished hardwood moldings and softwoods without splintering face veneers.
- Melamine & Laminate Cabinetry: Cutting delicate double-sided melamine panels and plastic laminates with chip-free top and bottom edge borders.
- Cabinet-Grade Plywood & Hardwood Slicing: Ripping and crosscutting oak, maple, birch, and veneer-faced plywood panels with zero fiber tearout.
Key Performance & Safety Features
- TiCo High-Density Finish Carbide: Custom-formulated titanium cobalt micro-grain carbide tips maintain keen cutting edges up to four times longer than standard carbide.
- Hi-ATB Tooth Geometry: High Alternate Top Bevel tooth grind shears wood fibers and composite resins cleanly to eliminate surface blowout and tearout.
- Perma-SHIELD Non-Stick Thermal Coating: Protective red fluoropolymer coating guards against thermal heat buildup, pitch resin gumming, and blade corrosion.
- Super-Thin Laser-Cut Kerf (0.118 in.): Reduces feed resistance and material removal to allow faster feed rates and cleaner cuts with minimal sawdust.
- Tri-Metal Shock-Resistant Brazing: Silver-copper-silver brazing layer absorbs extreme impact forces to prevent carbide tip detachment during heavy cuts.
- Laser-Cut Hardened Steel Plate: Computer-milled 0.087-inch alloy steel body maintains rotational flatness for true linear tracking under load.
What's Included
- (1) Diablo D1280X 12" 80-Tooth Fine Finish Circular Saw Blade with 1" Arbor
Technical Specifications
| Brand Name | Diablo Tools |
| Model Number SKU | D1280X |
| Tool Classification | Hi-ATB Fine Finish Circular Saw Blade |
| Blade Outer Diameter | 12.00 in. |
| Arbor Hole Specification | 1.00 in. Round |
| Total Tooth Count | 80 Teeth |
| Tooth Grind Geometry | Hi-ATB (High Alternate Top Bevel) |
| Cutter Tip Composition | TiCo™ High-Density Titanium Cobalt Carbide |
| Cutting Kerf Width | 0.118 in. (3.0 mm) |
| Core Plate Thickness | 0.087 in. (2.2 mm) |
| Hook Angle Geometry | 7° Positive Hook Angle |
| Maximum Operating Speed | 5,000 RPM |
| Surface Finish Treatment | Perma-SHIELD® Non-Stick Fluoropolymer Red Coating |
| Primary Machine Compatibility | 12-Inch Miter Saws, Sliding Compound Miter Saws & Table Saws |
| Target Material Substrates | Hardwood Trim, Crown Molding, Melamine, Plywood, Oak, Pine |
Pro-Tip: When crosscutting delicate pre-finished crown molding or double-sided melamine sheets on a sliding miter saw, pull the saw head forward over the stock, plunge down, and push smoothly back through the cut. Pushing the saw blade back into the fence allows the 80 Hi-ATB carbide teeth to shear downward into the face veneer, guaranteeing chip-free edges on both sides.