FOXBC 7-1/4 inch Circular Saw Blade Metal and Stainless Steel Cutting 48

The FOXBC 7-1/4 inch Metal Cutting Circular Saw Blade is built to cut through steel studs, channel, angle iron, EMT conduit, and all-thread rod using a standard circular saw. Designed with 48 ceramic carbide teeth, it offers an alternative to traditional abrasive wheels for tradespeople and DIYers working with structural and sheet metals.

A major advantage of this blade is cutting efficiency and thermal management. Compared to standard grinding discs, it cuts up to 10 times faster and runs up to 50 times cooler. Because abrasive wheels can heat steel up to 500 degrees and cause permanent discoloration, this blade produces cleaner cuts without overheating the base material. The Japanese ceramic-metallic carbide tips also offer high heat tolerance and wear resistance, yielding up to 25 times the working life of standard grinding discs.

For smooth operation, the blade includes laser-cut stabilizer vents that trap noise and vibration, keeping the blade cool and supporting straight, accurate cuts. With a .075-inch kerf, a 5/8-inch arbor, and a diamond knockout, it mounts easily onto both corded and cordless circular saws rated up to 5800 RPM.

Keep in mind that this blade has specific material thickness parameters. It is rated for tubing and studs between 1/16 inch and 1/4 inch thick, plates and bars between 1/8 inch and 1/2 inch thick, and solid rods between 1/4 inch and 1-1/2 inches in diameter. Operating outside these ranges or exceeding the 5800 MAX RPM limit can impact performance.

Verdict: The FOXBC 48-tooth blade is an excellent choice for anyone cutting angle iron, conduit, tubing, or steel plate within the rated thicknesses. It provides fast, cool cuts and significantly longer life compared to abrasive grinding discs.

• Blade Diameter: 7-1/4 inches
• Tooth Count: 48 teeth
• Kerf: .075 inches
• Arbor Size: 5/8 inch with diamond knockout
• Tooth Material: Cermet ceramic carbide
• Maximum Speed: 5800 RPM
• Studs & Tubing Capacity: 1/16 inch (16 gauge) min to 1/4 inch max wall thickness
• Plates & Bars Capacity: 1/8 inch (11 gauge) min to 1/2 inch max thickness
• Rods Capacity: 1/4 inch min to 1-1/2 inches max diameter
• Tool Compatibility: Corded and cordless circular saws

A great fit if you:

• Need to cut EMT conduit, steel studs, channel, or all-thread rod quickly.
• Want clean metal cuts without the heat discoloration caused by grinding discs.
• Use a corded or cordless 7-1/4 inch circular saw rated up to 5800 RPM.
• Cut steel plates up to 1/2 inch thick or solid rods up to 1-1/2 inches thick.

Consider something else if you:

• Need to cut plates thicker than 1/2 inch or tubing with walls over 1/4 inch.
• Use a high-speed tool that exceeds the 5800 RPM maximum rating.

What types of metal can this blade cut?
It is designed for steel studs, steel channel, angle iron, EMT conduit, all-thread, metal plates, bars, and stainless steel within the listed thickness limits.

What are the material thickness limits for this blade?
It handles studs and tubing with wall thicknesses from 1/16 inch (16 gauge) to 1/4 inch, plates and bars from 1/8 inch (11 gauge) to 1/2 inch, and solid rods from 1/4 inch to 1-1/2 inches in diameter.

Will this blade fit my circular saw?
Yes, it works with both corded and cordless circular saws that use a 7-1/4 inch blade, a 5/8-inch arbor (or diamond knockout), and do not exceed 5800 RPM.