{"product_id":"blade-contractor-230-x40t-16mm-circular-saw-tct","title":"Blade Contractor 230 X40t 16mm Circular Saw Tct","description":"\u003ch3\u003eTork Craft Contractor TCT Circular Saw Blade 230 mm × 40 T × 16 mm\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"feature_box\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHighlights: \u003c\/strong\u003e230 mm diameter Contractor Series blade with 40 carbide-tipped teeth and fixed 16 mm bore for trade use and easy fitment\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp itemprop=\"description\"\u003eThe Tork Craft Contractor TCT Circular Saw Blade 230 mm × 40 T × 16 mm is part of the Contractor Series — designed for professionals who need reliable, everyday cutting blades. With 40 tungsten carbide-tipped teeth, this blade offers efficient, clean cutting across softwoods, selected hardwoods and wood-based panel materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp itemprop=\"description\"\u003eIts fixed 16 mm bore allows for direct mounting on saws with this arbor size, eliminating reducing bush complexity and reducing setup time. Built under the Contractor Series, this blade emphasises durability and consistent results rather than compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"definition-products\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Tork Craft Contractor Series TCT circular saw blade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe Contractor Series from Tork Craft is a professional-grade line built for tradespeople who rely on their tools daily. These blades are made for real-world job-site and workshop conditions — tough, consistent and dependable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e230 mm diameter blade\u003c\/strong\u003e Gives greater cutting depth for larger stock or sheet goods while still manageable on site saws.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e40 T carbide-tipped teeth\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced tooth count providing a good mix of feed rate and finish quality for general-purpose applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFixed 16 mm bore\u003c\/strong\u003e Simplifies mounting with no reducing bushes — fits 16 mm arbor saws directly.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContractor Series build quality\u003c\/strong\u003e Robust, trade-ready construction for frequent use, high demand and professional environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral-purpose tooth geometry\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for trimming, sizing, panel cutting, board work on site or in workshop.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReliable performance day after day:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for trade use to give consistent results across jobs.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEfficient cutting:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 40-tooth layout offers strong feed rate while maintaining a workable finish on edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimple installation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fixed 16 mm bore means easy mounting with no adapters or guesswork.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDurable build:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carbide-tipped teeth and Contractor Series construction reduce blade changes and downtime.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003ctable class=\"table SpecsTable\"\u003e\r\n  \u003cthead\u003e\r\n    \u003ctr\u003e\r\n      \u003cth class=\"SpecsSubHeading\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/th\u003e\r\n      \u003cth class=\"SpecsSubHeading\"\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\r\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\r\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\r\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecLeft\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecRight\"\u003eTork Craft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecLeft\"\u003eCat No.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecRight\"\u003eTCP23040-16\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecLeft\"\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecRight\"\u003eContractor Series TCT circular saw blade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecLeft\"\u003eBlade Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecRight\"\u003e230 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecLeft\"\u003eNumber of Teeth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecRight\"\u003e40 T (tungsten carbide-tipped)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecLeft\"\u003eBore Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecRight\"\u003e16 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecLeft\"\u003eRecommended Materials\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecRight\"\u003eSoftwoods, selected hardwoods, plywood, chipboard and wood-based panels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecLeft\"\u003eTypical Applications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecRight\"\u003eGeneral-purpose cutting, trimming and sizing on site or in workshop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\r\n\u003c\/table\u003e\r\n\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eExtra Info\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eExtra Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003eIdeal for contractors, carpenters, joinery teams and site crews needing a dependable cutting blade for direct-fit 16 mm arbor saws.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003eRecommended for materials such as softwoods, many hardwoods (check suitability), plywood, chipboard and other wood-based panels.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003eEnsure your circular saw is rated for 230 mm diameter blades and uses a 16 mm arbor before mounting.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003eTo extend blade life: avoid forcing the feed, keep the blade clear of resin or adhesive build-up, check your saw’s base plate\/fence alignment, and store the blade clean and dry when not in use.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003c!-- Pro Tip --\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"tip-products\"\u003e\r\n  \u003ch4\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n  \u003cul\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eWhen working on long board or sheet-goods cuts, clamp a straight-edge guide and feed steadily. Using this Contractor Series 230 mm × 40 T blade with fixed 16 mm bore will help you achieve straighter edges and reduce time spent on sanding or follow-up finishing.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSafety\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSafety\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003eWear \u003cstrong\u003eeye, ear and dust protection\u003c\/strong\u003e when cutting to guard against flying chips, noise and fine dust.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003eAlways disconnect the saw from its power source before fitting, adjusting or removing the blade.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003eEnsure the blade is mounted correctly: the rotation arrow must match the saw’s direction of travel and that all flanges and guards are firmly secured.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003eSupport the work-piece properly, keep your hands clear of the cutting line and avoid binding or kick-back conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003eAllow the blade to reach full speed before entering the cut and wait until it has completely stopped before setting the saw down or changing blades.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Saddle Creek","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67526870171938,"sku":"TCP23040-16","price":371.45,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/saddlecreek.co.za\/products\/blade-contractor-230-x40t-16mm-circular-saw-tct","provider":"Saddle Creek","version":"1.0","type":"link"}