FOXBC 7-1/4 inch Circular Saw Blade Metal and Stainless Steel Cutting 70

The FOXBC 7-1/4 inch metal and stainless steel cutting circular saw blade provides a dedicated solution for cutting ferrous metals on job sites or in home workshops. Engineered with 70 fine-grain ceramic carbide teeth and a thin .075-inch kerf, this blade fits standard cordless and corded circular saws to tackle steel framing, conduit, and metal stock without relying on messy abrasive wheels.

Compared to standard grinding discs, this circular saw blade delivers significantly cleaner and faster results. The ceramic and metallic tooth geometry yields up to 10 times faster cutting speeds, shaving up to 60 seconds off cuts in both standard and stainless steel. It also runs up to 50 times cooler than abrasive discs, avoiding the extreme 500-degree heat spikes that typically warp or permanently discolor steel workpieces.

To maintain clean, straight tracking during tough cuts, the blade incorporates advanced laser-cut stabilizer vents. These vents trap noise and dampen vibration while keeping the core cool. The blade is rated for a maximum speed of 5800 RPM and features a 5/8-inch arbor along with a built-in diamond knockout, making it compatible with standard direct-drive sidewinder saws and worm-drive models alike.

While versatile, the blade has specific material thickness parameters that users must follow. It is designed for steel studs and tubing between 1/16 inch and 1/4 inch thick, metal plates and bars from 1/8 inch to 1/2 inch thick, and solid rods between 1/4 inch and 1-1/2 inches in diameter. Exceeding the 5800 RPM limit or using it on materials outside these dimensions is not recommended.

Verdict: The FOXBC 70-tooth circular saw blade is an excellent choice for tradespeople and DIYers cutting steel studs, conduit, angle iron, and stainless stock. If you want faster, cooler, and cleaner cuts than a grinding disc can provide, this blade is a dependable upgrade for your circular saw.

• Blade Diameter: 7-1/4 inches
• Tooth Count: 70
• Kerf Thickness: .075 inches
• Arbor Size: 5/8 inch with Diamond Knockout
• Maximum Speed: 5800 RPM
• Tooth Material: Ceramic carbide
• Stud and Tubing Capacity: 1/16 inch (16 gauge) min to 1/4 inch max wall thickness
• Plate and Bar Capacity: 1/8 inch (11 gauge) min to 1/2 inch max thickness
• Rod Diameter Capacity: 1/4 inch min to 1-1/2 inch max

A great fit if you:

• Need to cut EMT conduit, steel studs, channel, angle iron, or threaded rod quickly.
• Want clean metal cuts without burning, discoloring, or overheating the workpiece.
• Use either corded or cordless 7-1/4 inch circular saws with 5/8-inch or diamond arbors.

Consider something else if you:

• Require a saw blade for cutting thick solid steel plate exceeding 1/2 inch.
• Use high-speed saws that exceed the blade maximum rating of 5800 RPM.

What types of metal can this blade cut?
It is designed for cutting standard steel and stainless steel, including steel studs, channel, angle iron, EMT conduit, all-thread rods, plates, and tubing.

What are the material thickness limits?
The blade handles tubing with wall thicknesses from 1/16 inch to 1/4 inch, plates and bars from 1/8 inch to 1/2 inch, and solid rods between 1/4 inch and 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 7-1/4 inch blades with a 5/8-inch arbor or a diamond knockout pattern, provided the saw does not exceed 5800 RPM.