Crescent Miter Table Saw Blade CSBFF-1280 12 Inch Wood Tool (80T Carbide FineCut Thin Kerf Active Shield Finish Paneling Trim Crosscut Slicing)

Crescent CSBFF-1280 12" 80-Tooth FineCut™ Finish Carbide Circular Saw Blade

The Crescent CSBFF-1280 12-inch 80-tooth FineCut™ finish circular saw blade crosscuts hardwood architectural trim, miters wide crown molding, slices veneered plywood panels, and sections double-sided melamine sheets without top or bottom edge tear-out. Engineered with high-density precision-ground carbide teeth and an ultra-thin kerf profile that reduces rotational motor drag, this 12-inch woodworking disc delivers up to 10X service life and 40% smoother cut surfaces across corded and cordless miter saws and table saws. Featuring a thermally baked Active Shield™ non-stick protective barrier that prevents pitch gumming, heat bluing, and corrosion, paired alongside laser-cut vibration-dampening slots for true perimeter balance, it equips professional finish carpenters, cabinetmakers, and millwork fabricators with pristine, sand-free joinery cuts.

Best Used For:

• Large-Format Crown Molding and Baseboard Mitering: Making precision compound bevels and crisp 45-degree corner miters in wide hardwood moldings and architectural casing without burning.
• Cabinetry and Millwork Joinery: Slicing delicate cabinet face frames, custom drawer components, and solid hardwood lumber with mirror-smooth mating joints.
• Veneered Sheet Goods and Melamine Sizing: Crosscutting prefinished birch plywood, MDF trim boards, and double-sided laminated panels without chipping brittle surface veneers.

Key Performance & Safety Features

• FineCut™ Precision Carbide Teeth: High-density micro-grain carbide tips stay sharp up to 10 times longer and produce 40% smoother surface finishes than conventional blades.
• Active Shield™ Non-Stick Coating: Protective thermal barrier resists high friction temperatures, eliminates pitch gumming, and defends against jobsite moisture corrosion.
• Ultra-Thin Kerf Profile: Narrow cutting geometry minimizes material waste, reduces motor resistance on cordless saws, and eliminates extensive finish sanding.
• Laser-Cut Harmonic Vibration Slots: Engineered expansion slots dissipate heat and absorb vibration for quieter cutting, reduced chatter, and true tracking.
• Tensioned High-Strength Steel Plate: Ground alloy steel core maintains flatness and prevents blade deflection during heavy crosscuts in dense stock.
• Corded and Cordless Compatibility: Optimized low-friction design maximizes runtime on high-capacity cordless miter saws while delivering peak shop performance.

What's Included

• (1) Crescent CSBFF-1280 12" x 80T FineCut™ Finish Carbide Saw Blade

Technical Specifications

Manufacturer Crescent Tools (Apex Tool Group) Model Number CSBFF-1280 Product Classification FineCut™ Finish Woodworking Saw Blade Blade Diameter Size 12.00 inches (12 in / 304.8 mm) Tooth Count 80 Teeth Cutting Edge Metallurgy FineCut™ Precision-Ground Micro-Grain Carbide Arbor Hole Size 1.000 inch (1 in / 25.4 mm) Standard Arbor Kerf Profile Ultra-Thin Kerf Protective Coating Active Shield™ Non-Stick Anti-Friction Coating Core Metallurgy Laser-Cut Hardened Tensioned Alloy Steel Core Target Substrates Hardwoods, Softwoods, Plywood, OSB, LVL, MDF, Melamine, & Veneered Panels Compatible Tool Platforms 12" Sliding Compound Miter Saws & 12" Stationary Table Saws Product Weight 3.200 lbs (1.45 kg) Warranty Coverage Full Lifetime Manufacturer Warranty California Proposition 65 Yes (Prop 65 Warning Required) UPC Barcode 697099356745

Pro-Tip: When crosscutting wide hardwood panels on a sliding 12-inch miter saw, maintain a slow, steady feed stroke to let the 80 FineCut carbide teeth shear the wood fibers cleanly without relying on excessive downward force.