Refined and simplified title: Freud LU97R012: 12-inch Double-Sided Laminate/Melamine Blade

The 12-inch Freud LU97R012 Double Sided Laminate and Melamine Cutting Saw Blade is designed to deliver quick, smooth, and chip-free cuts when working with laminates, melamine, and veneered plywood. Featuring Freud's Perma-SHIELD coating, a triple-chip tooth grind, and the long-term dependability of TiCo high-density carbide, this blade also boasts a series of laser-cut, anti-vibration slots.

The Freud LU97R012 Double Sided Laminate and Melamine Cutting Saw Blade with Perma-SHIELD is an ideal tool for working with double-sided laminates, melamine, and veneered plywood ranging from 1/4 to 1-5/8 inches in thickness. Its heavy-duty plate with laser-cut, anti-vibration slots helps to reduce vibration and sideways movement, extending the blade's life and delivering a crisp, splinter-free finish.

The blade's triple-chip grind tooth design with a negative hook angle ensures superior performance in cutting abrasive, man-made materials. This feature, combined with the Perma-SHIELD non-stick coating, reduces friction and heat buildup, further contributing to the blade's longevity and the quality of the finished work.

Precision balanced and pretensioned, the Freud blade offers true cuts under heavy loads. Its laser-cut, anti-vibration slots reduce chatter, leading to a cleaner finish, longer blade life, and reduced noise during operation. The high-strength steel construction ensures the blade remains stable, flat, and true even after prolonged use, without the need for additional stabilizers.

Equipped with Freud's application-specific TiCo high-density carbide "laminate blend," the blade's 96 teeth are designed to withstand the challenges of working with laminates, melamine, and solid surfaces. The blend's high proportion of tungsten carbide provides increased hardness, corrosion resistance, heat resistance, and impact resistance, resulting in improved edge retention and extended blade life.

The Perma-SHIELD coating on this industrial saw blade further enhances its performance and durability. By reducing friction and heat buildup, the coating helps prevent debris collection and resin or "pitch" buildup, which can otherwise cause extra drag on the motor of your saw. This feature translates into longer tool life and longer blade life, as well as less downtime for blade cleaning.

Backed by Freud's limited lifetime warranty, this 12-inch Double Sided Laminate and Melamine Cutting Saw Blade with Perma-SHIELD is a testament to the company's commitment to innovative manufacturing and superior woodworking tools.

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