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Freud LU85R012: 12" Carbide Tipped Saw Blade for Crosscutting

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  • Specs: Arbor 1", Diameter 12", Grind ATB, Hook Angle 10°, Kerf .116", Plate .098", Teeth 96
  • Freud’s 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
  • Freud’s own Silver I.C.E. Coating reduces heat, build up, and eliminates rust and corrosion to maximize the life of the blade
  • Freud’s 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
  • Freud’s Hi-Tolerance Precision Plate Grinding & Tensioning features a laser cut blade body from 48 Rockwell steel plate (the world’s highest quality steel) that remains flat and true, over the lifetime of the blade, for ultimate accuracy in picture frames
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Whether you are a fine woodworker or a high production cabinet shop, one thing is for certain… you depend on the precise cutting tools that deliver superior quality finish with long cutting life. At Freud, we take to heart the time, money and creativity you dedicate to each woodworking project. That is why our philosophy is to consistently strive for perfection in cutting tool performance. Freud meticulously analyzes every detail of the woodworker’s needs and requirements; enabling us to design and produce superior tailored solutions. The level of precision that goes into each cutting tool is unprecedented in the industry. For example, each Freud saw blade takes up to 35 manufacturing steps. Each product is carefully crafted using the best materials, leading innovative designs, and the most sophisticated manufacturing process. Every product is specifically designed for superior performance and maximum life. Just like you take pride in your projects, we take pride in our product so you receive the best cutting performance every time.

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12" x 96T Ultimate Cut-Off Blade

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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 thick
  • Heavy-duty plate with laser-cut, anti-vibration slots
  • Tough Perma-Shield coating reduces friction and heat buildup
Technical Specs:CoatingPerma-SHIELDDiameter12"Teeth96 ATBArbor1"Kerf (K).116Plate (P).098Depth of Cut
Unique 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 Finishes
This 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 Design
This 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 Performance
This 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 Buildup
Built 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 Manufacturing
An 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 Box
Freud LU85R012 Ultimate Cut-Off Saw Blade with Perma-SHIELD--12-inch diameter, 1-inch arbor, 96-tooth design.


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4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8 out of 5
586 global ratings

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Customers like the value and quality of the saw blade. They mention that it's well worth the money, can be resharpened inexpensively, and produces super smooth and clean cuts. Some disagree on durability.

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122 customers mention119 positive3 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the saw blade. They mention that it provides super smooth, glassy-smooth, and clean cuts with no roughness. The carbide teeth are of better quality, and it has greatly reduced the problem of rough cuts on hardwood veneer plywoods. Customers also love the cuts from this blade, and say that it's the absolute best product for crosscutting using a power miter saw.

"...The Freud bladeakes clean polished cuts in oak flooring. Excellent blade." Read more

"...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...." Read more

"Love the cuts from this blade. It does what it is supposed to with a great quality cut. A little pricey but worth it!" Read more

"...As always Freud makes great blades and router bits. Worth the money." Read more

30 customers mention24 positive6 negative

Customers like the value of the saw blade. They say it is well worth the money, has amazing quality for the price, and is a great buy. Some mention that the blade can be resharpened inexpensively.

"...stand by their blades or resharpen or fix them, but do have amazing quality for price!..." Read more

"...As always Freud makes great blades and router bits. Worth the money." Read more

"...Thank you Freud for this product and other Freud blade that are a great value!!" Read more

"...A pricey blade but worth the money" Read more

6 customers mention6 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the cleanliness of the saw blade. They mention that it cuts very clean, even on veneer, and that it should keep cutting well and looking clean for a very long time.

"...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...." Read more

"as a full-time woodworker, accuracy is everything..clean, precise cuts means less time sanding and cleaning up..this blade really saves me a ton of..." Read more

"...This blade should keep cutting well and looking clean for a very long time." Read more

"Almost no vibration, very smooth and clean. It was beyond of my expectation." Read more

4 customers mention4 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the noise level of the saw blade. They mention that it is quieter than the old blade they were using.

"...Glue ready, glass-like cuts. Not only that, they seem to even run quietest compared to others, and that's a plus too...." Read more

"...The blades are noticeably quieter than other blades I've used.My usage is as an amateur woodworker...." Read more

"...It seems to run quieter than the blade I replaced (can't recall the brand or model since its been on so long)...." Read more

"...It was also quieter than the old blade I was using." Read more

9 customers mention3 positive6 negative

Customers are mixed about the durability of the saw blade. Some mention that it works on softwood with equal performance, while others say that several teeth broke off while cutting 1x8 popular board on miter saw.

"...The packaging was completely intact, but one carbide tooth was broken off in the box...." Read more

"...to back up the cut, I get a finish quality cut every time with no chip- or tearout. A beautiful piece of industrial engineering. Just love it." Read more

"...on my DeWalt miter saw, and then this happened where 2 or more teeth broke off suddenly...." Read more

"Well never got to test it out because it arrived with one of the carbide teeth broken off. I guess mine was the 79 tooth version. I returned it." Read more

Freud VS. "The Gold Standard"
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Freud VS. "The Gold Standard"
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.
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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.
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