Use a blade specifically designed for cutting laminate as it is has triple chip (angled teeth) which score the laminate before actually cutting through it. Advantages: Fairly long straight cuts can be achieved. Minimal amount to no chip-out created.
The Bosch T101BR jigsaw blade is an ideal choice for cutting laminate materials. The blade cuts on the down stroke, not on the upstroke, the “R” in the product code referring to its “reversed” teeth. This is a popular blade often referred to as a worktop blade.
You can use a hand saw but a circular saw is way better. A circular saw blade will cause chipping of the laminate if done wrong. The safest way is to cut from the back side (non laminate side) of the counter top. Put masking tape on the laminate side along the line you are cutting. Also use a new saw blade.
Bosch jigsaw blades for sawing plastic have a red shank. It is important to use a special saw blade when sawing plastic. Bosch saw blades for plastic can be identified by their red shank.
A: The 6 1/2" Diablo 60 tooth ultra finish saw blade is an excellent choice for cutting laminate countertops. For best results when cutting any laminate, cut the piece from the back side to prevent chipping of the hard laminate surface.
The Bosch EXPERT Laminate clean T128BHM Jigsaw Blade is a top performing blade for laminate work. Because of its very long lifespan, it is also a clear best choice for professionals who are fed up of wasting money on jigsaw blades that don't last.
Carbide-tipped, plastic cutting blades make smooth clean melt-free cuts in a variety of plastics.
For cutting plastic we want to set the speed high enough to cut easily but not low enough to prevent the plastic from melting. That's why we set it on 4. For the orbital action cutting we set it at 1 or 2 for pieces up to 10mm for PS, and for pieces up to 20mm for HDPE and PP.
Blades with a small number of large teeth are ideal for solid wood. Blades with a large number of smaller teeth are ideal for iron and laminated chipboard. The second parameter to look at when choosing a blade is material thickness and shape of cut. This means either straight, curved or circular cuts.
To make cutting more manageable, you can stick masking tape along the face side of the cut and let the tape stick out along the sides of the Formica® laminate sheet where the saw starts to cut. This will reduce the chance of error and chipping.
The best tools to cut laminate countertops are an electric circular saw and an electric jigsaw. The electric circular saw should be used for long, straight cuts. The electric jigsaw should be used for curves and corners.
Always use a fine toothed blade and have the saw blade spinning before you touch the board. Pro-tip: test the direction of the teeth on the saw blade of your jigsaw. It'll show you if you have to saw up or down with the board's design. By doing this, you'll always get a nice cut.
Thicker blades offer stability for straight cuts, resulting in cleaner edges and reduced splintering. However, thinner blades are the best jigsaw blades for cutting curves, providing flexibility for intricate designs. To cut straight with a jigsaw, use a thicker blade and guide.
Zipblade solid compact jigsaw blades are the premium choice for your solid compact laminate worktops. The sharpened teeth and angled body have been designed for an ultra fast cut which will pro long the life of your blade.
Plunge Cut Blades
Straight cutting blades excel at making precise plunge cuts, allowing for deeper cuts into materials than segmented blades. These blades are perfect for creating cutouts in drywall, laminate, skirting boards, and more, as well as making rough cuts in wood.
The PRO Plastics PVC clean T302H Jigsaw Blade is a great choice for trade professionals who need to cut thermoplastic materials, like PVC (polyvinyl chloride).
High Carbon Steel (HCS)
They are the softest of the blade materials and tend to be more flexible to allow bending without breaking in the proper application. That also makes them the least durable. They are good for cutting softer wood, particle board, and plastics.
If you're using a jigsaw, use a saw blade with a fine tooth, for example, a saw blade for non-ferrous metals. Run the saw at medium speed and let the saw move smoothly through the polycarbonate sheet.
Plastics may be cut using multi-axis CNC saws or manual circular or band saw blades. Thick-walled parts should be sawed with relatively thin blades to avoid excessive frictional heat generation.
The best circular saw blade for a straight cut through laminate counter top is one with many fine teeth — at least 40. Blades with carbide tips tend to last longer than regular steel.
To achieve the best results, opt for a saw blade with around 60 teeth, as this helps to minimise chipping and achieve smoother edges. When cutting, position the countertop with the laminated side facing up. Applying masking tape or painter's tape along the intended cut line can further prevent chipping.