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Freud LU85R012: 12" Carbide Tipped Saw Blade for Crosscutting

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Style: 12-Inch 96 Tooth ATB Crosscutting Saw Blade with 1-Inch Arbor and PermaShield Coating


Features

  • Specs: Arbor 1", Diameter 12", Grind ATB, Hook Angle 10, Kerf .116", Plate .098", Teeth 96
  • Freuds exclusive blend of TiCo Hi-Density Carbide is specifically designed for each cutting application to maximize cutting life and material finish
  • Alternate Top Bevel (ATB) 38-degree tooth with positive cutting angle
  • Freuds own Silver I.C.E. Coating reduces heat, build up, and eliminates rust and corrosion to maximize the life of the blade
  • Freuds proprietary Perma-Shield non-stick coating reduces blade drag, protects the blade from corrosion and pitch build-up
  • Anti-Vibration design eliminates movement and reduces vibration for flawless cuts
  • Tri-Metal Brazing gives the tooth superior bond strength and protects the carbide tooth by giving it increased flexibility and impact resistance
  • Freuds Hi-Tolerance Precision Plate Grinding & Tensioning features a laser cut blade body from 48 Rockwell steel plate (the worlds highest quality steel) that remains flat and true, over the lifetime of the blade, for ultimate accuracy in picture frames

Description

12" x 96T Ultimate Cut-Off Blade The 12-inch Freud LU85R012 Ultimate Cut-Off Saw Blade delivers fast, accurate crosscuts and leaves glass-smooth finishes that eliminate the need for sanding. Featuring 96 teeth with alternating bevels and TiCo high-density carbide tips, a unique side-grind setup that polishes material as you cut through it, and Freud's insulating Perma-SHIELD coating, this blade is built to deliver top results over the long haul.LU85R012 Ultimate Cut-Off Saw BladeAt a Glance:Ideal for smooth crosscuts in materials that are 1/4 to 1-5/8 inches thickHeavy-duty plate with laser-cut, anti-vibration slotsTough Perma-Shield coating reduces friction and heat buildupTechnical Specs:CoatingPerma- SHIELDDiameter12"Teeth96 ATBArbor1"Kerf (K).116Plate (P).098Depth of CutUnique Side Grind polishes the material to produce a superior finishLaser-Cut Anti- Vibration Slots drastically reduce vibration and sideways movement in the cut extending blade life, and giving a crisp, flawless finishATB Teeth with Side- Grinding for Glass-Smooth FinishesThis cut-off blade's 96-tooth alternating- top-bevel (ATB) configuration features teeth that face both left and right--a versatile setup that's ideal for crosscuts in hard- and softwood, as well as general use. And thanks to the unique side-grind on each tooth, the blade smoothes work surfaces as it cuts through them. This leaves you with a super- smooth, high-quality finish that doesn't need to be sanded down.This blade is designed for optimal performance when crosscutting wood that is 1/4 to 1-5/8 inches thick or when cutting chipboard and plywood that is less than 1-inch thick. The blade can also handle ripping wood and working with laminate, and it can tackle thinner or thicker materials. However, some loss of surface finish may occur when it is used outside its ideal range. It has a 1-inch arbor and produces a 0.116 kerf.Well-Balanced, Anti-Vibration DesignThis Freud blade is precision balanced and pretensioned for truer cuts under heavy loads. It also features laser-cut, anti-vibration slots that reduce chatter for a cleaner finish, longer blade life, and reduced noise while you work. And because the entire blade is laser cut from high-strength steel, you can trust that it will stay stable, flat, and true, even after prolonged use. Furthermore, this well-balanced, anti-vibration design means there's no need to use add-on stabilizers with this blade.High-Density Carbide for Maximum Cutting PerformanceThis cut-off saw blade's 96 teeth are finished with tips made from Freud's application-specific TiCo high-density carbide "crosscut blend." Formulated to help the blade maintain a sharp cutting edge in the face of demanding crosscut applications, this blend is extra hard--due to including more high-density tungsten carbide than other TiCo blends--and it still offers the full mix of improved corrosion resistance, heat resistance, and impact resistance that you expect from TiCo.With teeth that start out sharper and deliver improved edge retention, the blade can go longer between sharpening, and will hold up longer--saving you time and money.Perma-SHIELD Coating Reduces Friction and Heat BuildupBuilt to withstand tough use in less-than- ideal conditions, this blade is finished with Freud's red Perma-SHIELD--a non- stick coating that reduces friction and nearly eliminates the heat buildup that excess friction can cause. By providing complete thermal insulation, this coating protects your tools and your work surface. And it resists binding when the blade is used for large-volume cutting applications, which reduces blade warp.As a lubricating feature, Perma-SHIELD allows the blade to spin freely while reducing stress on the motor and carriage of your saw. In addition, this coating helps prevent debris collection and resin or "pitch" buildup. Since gummy pitch buildup causes extra drag on the motor of your saw, less buildup is another little convenience that translates into longer tool life and longer blade life. It also means less downtime for blade cleaning, so you get jobs done faster.This industrial saw blade is backed by Freud's limited lifetime warranty.About Freud: A History of Innovative ManufacturingAn industry leader for more than 50 years, Freud America, Inc. is a manufacturer and marketer of superior carbide cutting tools for the woodworking industry. Freud is one of the few manufacturers of woodworking tools in the world that produces its own MicroGrain Carbide with Titanium, called TiCo, a high-density combination of Titanium and Cobalt.By producing their own carbide, Freud has the unique ability to formulate each tool for each specific application, thereby maximizing the cutting life and performance of the tool. Freud's full line of high-quality, woodworking tools includes saw blades, router bits, shaper cutters, power tools, and more. What's in the BoxFreud LU85R012 Ultimate Cut- Off Saw Blade with Perma-SHIELD--12-inch diameter, 1-inch arbor, 96-tooth design. P.when('A').execute(function(A) { A.on('a:expander:toggle_description:toggle:collapse', function(data) { window.scroll(0, data.expander.$expander[0].offsetTop-100); }); }); From the Manufacturer This superior blade gives glass-smooth finishes when crosscutting hard and soft woods, so no sanding is required. What makes this blade so special is the unique side grinding of each tooth. The teeth actually polish the material as it cuts. New laser-cut anti-vibration slots practically eliminate the vibration that resonates in standard blades. With a finish this perfect you wont need stabilizers.Combine this blade with Freud's Non-Stick Perma-Shield Coating and you have the ultimate crosscutting blade. See more


Manufacturer: โ€ŽFreud


Part Number: โ€ŽFRE-D1296N


Item Weight: โ€Ž3 pounds


Product Dimensions: โ€Ž12.25 x 12.25 x 0.38 inches


Item model number: โ€ŽLU85R012


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: โ€ŽNo


Size: โ€ŽOne Size


Color: โ€ŽMulti


Style: โ€Ž12-Inch 96 Tooth ATB Crosscutting Saw Blade with 1-Inch Arbor and PermaShield Coating


Material: โ€ŽBlend


Item Package Quantity: โ€Ž1


Number Of Pieces: โ€Ž1


Included Components: โ€ŽUltimate Cut-Off Saw Blade


Batteries Included?: โ€ŽNo


Batteries Required?: โ€ŽNo


Warranty Description: โ€ŽFreud Limited Tooling Warranty. Contact Freud customer service for more details.


Date First Available: November 8, 1999


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Top Amazon Reviews


  • Saw blades is what we needed for our chopsaw
Style: 15-Inch 108 Tooth ATB Ultimate Cut-Off S...
Blade is what we needed and is perfect for cutting wood
Reviewed in the United States ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ on March 26, 2023 by Kirstin

  • Great blade. Cuts 4x4 perfect on my chop saw
Style: 15-Inch 108 Tooth ATB Ultimate Cut-Off S...
Great blade!! Had a great summer using it! Nobody locally shared carbide tooth blades. Now I have extra to mail out to get sharpened!
Reviewed in the United States ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ on February 8, 2023 by Glenn

  • Freud VS. "The Gold Standard"
Style: 10-Inch 80 Tooth ATB Ultimate Cut-Off Sa...
This blade among other Frued blades has the quality that seems unmatched by any others. Most people compare these to "the gold standard" - being a Forrest blade. In my personal opinion, after using both for 10+ years now: Frued seems to come out on top in cutting quality every time, but keep in mind, I am judging this by the manufacturers statements of exactly each blades intentions on the purpose it was built for. Frued makes this clear, says what types of wood, the type of cut, depth of cut, and even ideal saw HP. When I follow these guidelines, I find that Freud is unmatched. Glue ready, glass-like cuts. Not only that, they seem to even run quietest compared to others, and that's a plus too. Forrest blades - twice the price, but is it worth it? My experience is that the blades do have amazing quality, yet do not have nearly a descriptive range of what they are intended for. They do say what type of cut, and they also explain the blade is meant to be RAISED HIGHER for ideal cuts. They even come with a full walkthrough of how to eliminate tearout and friction burning. What they do not say is "meant for x type of woods of x height through x height and x HP saws" etc. I do find that I get amazing quality cuts overall, and the carbide teeth are of better long lasting quality than Freud has to offer. I have never chipped a tooth in a Forrest WW2, but I have in Freud multiple times. Also, Forrest will resharped and fix/balance the blades for their entire life, which says a lot! Overall; Freud seems to come out on top when using the exact purpose of the blade as described. They will not stand by their blades or resharpen or fix them, but do have amazing quality for price! Forrest also offer amazing cuts, back their blades for their lifetime, and have been put to the test for multiple decades. Either is a great choice, but Freud has the same if not better quality cuts for half the price, and less longevity. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ on April 15, 2019 by Benjamin Fuller Benjamin Fuller

  • Best crosscut ever
Style: 10-Inch 80 Tooth ATB Ultimate Cut-Off Sa...
Radial arm saw
Reviewed in the United States ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ on December 23, 2022 by Richard Keith Beam

  • Great Vaule
Style: 12-Inch 96 Tooth ATB Crosscutting Saw Bl...
This blade is a great purchase and the cuts on my Dewalt are so smooth I donโ€™t even have to sand the cut! Thank you Freud for this product and other Freud blade that are a great value!!
Reviewed in the United States ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ on September 9, 2022 by Rich

  • Too heavy
Style: 12-Inch 96 Tooth ATB Crosscutting Saw Bl...
Why 4 stars? Cause the blade is way too heavy for my machine. I have two Makita 12" slide compounds. Awesome tools. In my 30 yrs. of woodworking I have used many saw blades . This Freud blade does give a superb cut, unquestionably. But when I power up my saw [either one] its increased weight gives a slight and continuous shudder to my Makita with this Freud blade while it was running. I could hear the motor really groaning to get it up to speed. It was obvious that this severe strain on the motor would lead to over heating a motor failure. So, after a few dozen cuts, I removed it. Now, it sets on my shelf as my emergency blade. Freud makes terrific blades, don't misunderstand. That's why I bought another Freud blade that I give 5 stars to. The Freud LCL129002pm 12" 90 tooth double miter is the cats meow. I have two of these, one on each of my Makita's. Clean cut, very clean, even on a veneer and at a 45 degree angle. [ I still use masking tape on my cuts if I have any doubt there will be tear out, of course. And, I power through the cut ever so delicately, as is proper. ] Oh, and when these blades get dull, you can be sure they won't be given to some local shop who throws any blade needing sharpening onto some universal sharpening jig they have with no regard whatsoever for the manufacture's specs. No, I am mailing my very expensive Freud blades back to the folks who made them, and will sharpen them correctly. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ on February 23, 2015 by joseph a. clark

  • From beaver finish to mirror finish
Style: 12-Inch 96 Tooth ATB Crosscutting Saw Bl...
Just used the Freud cutoff blade on a 7 year old DEWALT miter saw with its original stock blade. Wow what a difference. Like going to a steak knife after using chop sticks to cut into a ribeye. I had forgotten how nice cross cuts could be on a miter saw. I have an equally great Freud cutoff 10 inch blade for my cabinet saw. Both leave beautiful polished finishes. The tablesaw blade is just a little nicer with its mirror finish but the miter blade will give the tablesaw blade a run for its money. I have a zero clearance insert on the mitersaw which eliminates virtually any tear out. The blade I was using was starting to give me the beavers chew finish. As always Freud makes great blades and router bits. Worth the money. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ on January 23, 2020 by Gil

  • Extremely pleased
Style: 10-Inch 80 Tooth ATB Ultimate Cut-Off Sa...
Always happy with Freud products! This was perfect. Just wished it lasted longer -- but it is a cutting tool.
Reviewed in the United States ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ on May 1, 2022 by Mason's Mom

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