{"product_id":"blade-contractor-250-x-40t-16mm-circular-saw-tct","title":"Blade Contractor 250 X 40t 16mm Circular Saw Tct","description":"\u003ch3\u003eTork Craft Contractor TCT Circular Saw Blade 250 mm × 40 T × 16 mm\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"feature_box\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHighlights: \u003c\/strong\u003e250 mm diameter Contractor Series blade with 40 carbide-tipped teeth and fixed 16 mm bore for quick, no-adapter fit-up\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp itemprop=\"description\"\u003eThe Tork Craft Contractor TCT Circular Saw Blade 250 mm × 40 T × 16 mm is part of the Contractor Series — designed for professionals who expect straightforward reliability and performance. With 40 tungsten carbide-tipped teeth, this blade is capable of delivering efficient, accurate 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 compatible saws without reducing bushes, simplifying setup and reducing potential run-out issues. Constructed to Contractor Series standards, this blade is not a budget variant—it’s built for trade use and robust job-site and workshop conditions.\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 range made for tradespeople who require dependable tools day after day. These blades emphasise durability, compatibility and performance under real-world conditions.\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\u003e250 mm diameter blade\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides expanded cutting depth and reach for larger workpieces or sheet goods while remaining manageable on site-saws.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e40T carbide-tipped teeth\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced tooth count for general-purpose cutting—good feed rate with acceptable finish across a range of materials.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFixed 16 mm bore\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct-fit for saws with 16 mm arbor size—no reducing bushes or adapters required.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContractor Series build quality\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered for frequent use, demanding materials, and robust job-site\/workshop conditions—trade-worthy, not economy.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral-purpose tooth geometry\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for trimming, sizing, panel cutting, board work, and other common tasks in both site and workshop settings.\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\u003eConsistent performance on job-site:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built for trade use to meaning a reliable blade you can trust every day.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEffective cutting action:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 40-tooth layout strikes a good balance between speed and cut finish, making this blade versatile across materials.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuick setup and fewer complications:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fixed 16 mm bore means you mount and cut without fuss—especially helpful in busy site environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReduced downtime:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carbide-tipped teeth and trade-grade construction mean fewer blade changes and less stoppage.\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\"\u003eTCP25040-16\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\"\u003e250 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 the 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 who want a dependable blade with direct-fit mounting.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003eRecommended for use on softwoods, many hardwoods (check suitability per species), plywood, chipboard and wood-based panels.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003eEnsure your circular saw is rated for 250 mm blades and uses a 16 mm arbor before installing this blade.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003eTo prolong blade life: avoid forcing the feed, keep the blade clean of resin or adhesive build-up, verify your saw’s base plate and fence alignment, and store the blade in a safe, dry place 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 trimming edge panels or making general cross-cuts, clamp a straight-edge guide and feed steadily. Using this Contractor Series 250 mm × 40 T blade with fixed 16 mm bore will give you straighter edges and less finishing work afterwards.\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 protect 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 correctly mounted: the rotation arrow must match your saw’s direction of travel and all flanges and guards must be secure.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003cli\u003eSupport your work-piece securely, 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":67526862602530,"sku":"TCP25040-16","price":360.53,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/saddlecreek.co.za\/products\/blade-contractor-250-x-40t-16mm-circular-saw-tct","provider":"Saddle Creek","version":"1.0","type":"link"}