Freud LU79R012: 12-Inch Thin Kerf Plywood & Melamine Blade

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The Freud LU79R012 Thin Kerf Ultimate Plywood and Melamine Saw Blade is a heavy-duty 12-inch blade designed to deliver precise, chip-free finishes when cutting through a variety of materials, from veneered plywood to melamine countertops and hardwood molding. Featuring 96 teeth with TiCo high-density carbide tips and Perma-SHIELD coating, this durable thin-kerf blade is engineered to maintain accuracy and performance over extended use.

Ideal for cutting materials ranging from 1/4 to 1-5/8 inches thick, including melamine, laminates, plywood, and hardwood, this blade boasts a heavy-duty plate with laser-cut, anti-vibration slots. The Perma-SHIELD coating helps reduce friction and heat buildup, ensuring smooth and efficient performance, even during large-volume cutting tasks.

The 96-tooth, high-alternating-top-bevel (Hi-ATB) configuration of this blade ensures clean crosscuts and splinter-free finishes, even when working with challenging materials like laminates. This design, combined with Freud's anti-vibration technology, results in exceptionally smooth cuts that eliminate the need for a stabilizer or scoring blade.

Precision balanced and pretensioned, this Freud blade delivers true, accurate cuts under heavy loads. The laser-cut, anti-vibration slots further reduce chatter for a cleaner finish, longer blade life, and reduced noise. Furthermore, the entire blade is laser-cut from high-strength steel, ensuring it remains stable, flat, and true, even after prolonged use.

The blade's 96 teeth are tipped with Freud's application-specific TiCo high-density carbide "crosscut blend," which is formulated to maintain a sharp cutting edge in demanding crosscut applications. This blend is extra hard, with a higher concentration of high-density tungsten carbide, providing improved corrosion resistance, heat resistance, and impact resistance.

The blade's Perma-SHIELD non-stick coating further enhances its performance and longevity. By reducing friction and heat buildup, the coating protects the blade and work surface while also preventing debris collection and resin buildup, which can cause excess drag on the saw's motor. This coating also helps the blade spin freely, reducing stress on the motor and carriage.

Backed by Freud's limited lifetime warranty, this industrial-grade saw blade is the result of Freud's commitment to innovative manufacturing and application-specific tool design. As an industry leader for over 50 years, Freud produces its own high-density TiCo carbide, allowing for the precise formulation of each tool for optimal performance and cutting life.

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