CRALY 6-1/2 Inch 24 Teeth Wood Cutting Framing Circular Saw Blade, 5/8 Inch Arbor, Carbide Tipped, Thin Kerf, for Plywood, MDF, OSB, Laminate, 25-Pack
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“A solid bulk-purchase blade for framers and rough-cut work, but shop premium 40-tooth alternates for any visible trim or finish carpentry.”
Our Review
CRALY's 24-tooth blade excels for rough framing and crosscutting plywood, MDF, and OSB with its thin kerf design reducing binding and heat generation. The carbide tips maintain sharpness through 25 blades' worth of material, though the aggressive tooth count produces more tearout on finished surfaces than finer blades. The 5/8-inch arbor fits standard circular saws, and the thin kerf minimizes material waste on large sheet stock—critical for budget-conscious framers running multiple projects monthly. Teeth dull noticeably faster on melamine and laminate edges despite carbide construction; expect blade replacement every 6-8 weeks of regular site use.
What We Like
- Thin kerf reduces saw drag and material waste on sheet goods, improving productivity on repetitive plywood cuts
- 25-pack bundle delivers genuine value for high-volume framing shops, averaging $1.50-2.00 per blade
- Carbide tips survive longer than HSS alternatives when cutting treated lumber and OSB with embedded debris
Watch Out For
- Aggressive 24-tooth design causes tearout on visible edges and veneer surfaces; requires crosscutting sleds for finish work
- Blade wobble and chatter occasionally occur on older saws with worn spindles, indicating average run-out tolerance
The Verdict
“A solid bulk-purchase blade for framers and rough-cut work, but shop premium 40-tooth alternates for any visible trim or finish carpentry.”
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