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10" x 80T Thin Kerf Ultimate Plywood & Melamine Blade
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The 10-inch Freud LU79R010 Thin Kerf Ultimate Plywood and Melamine Saw Blade is a heavy-duty blade that delivers a precise, chip-free finish when cutting through everything from veneered plywood to melamine countertops and hardwood molding. Featuring 80 teeth with TiCo high-density carbide tips and Freud's Perma-SHIELD coating, which helps reduce heat buildup and friction, this durable thin-kerf blade is built to stay true, delivering accurate cuts over the long haul.
LU79R010 Thin Kerf Ultimate Plywood and Melamine Saw BladeAt a Glance:
- Ideal for melamine, laminates, plywood, and crosscutting hardwood; handles materials 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
Thin Kerf allows for faster feed rate and reduced wasteFreud-Made TiCo Carbide specifically designed to cut nonferrous metals extends tooth lifeHi-ATB Teeth offer Versatility and Clean Finishes
This thin-kerf blade's 80-tooth, high-alternating-top-bevel ( Hi-ATB) configuration features a large number of small teeth that face both left and right--a setup that ensures clean crosscuts and splinter-free finishes, even when working with hard-to-handle materials like laminates. This setup paired with Freud's anti-vibration technology results in cuts so smooth that they eliminate the need for a stabilizer or a scoring blade.
This blade is designed for optimal performance when cutting materials that are 1/4 to 1-5/8 inches thick, including hard- and softwood, chipboard, plywood, laminates, and melamine. The blade can also handle ripping wood, 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 5/8-inch arbor and produces a 0.098 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--a feature that's especially important when working with plywood or laminates. 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.
High-Density Carbide for Maximum Cutting Performance
This thin-kerf saw blade's 80 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 LU79R010 Ultimate Thin Kerf Plywood and Melamine Saw Blade--10-inch diameter, 5/8-inch arbor, 80-tooth design.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 9, 2025
It came quite sharp, and cuts very well on the A surface ('up' side on table saw), the bottom has some chip out, which may be helped with a better zero clearance plate. But, this is listed as one side only, and it meets that expectation very well. I'm pleased with the results (but only have about 100+ ft of cutting with it) - enough so that I would purchase this again, it's quite a bit better cheaper blades I've purchased.
dferron
Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2025
Freud blades are my go-to table and circular saw blades. They have always performed well for me and until they don't, I will stick with them. I purchased this model for cutting Baltic birch plywood. The veneers are getting so thin that there is always tear out on a rip. I am hoping this blade will eliminate the issue. I did create a zero-clearance table saw insert. They also resharpen well.
charlie Leiphart
Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2025
it makes great cuts even cross cuts were spot on no tear out
A. Stanton
Reviewed in the United States on November 23, 2024
Cross cuts well, little splintering or chipping.
Emilio Garnero
Reviewed in Australia on October 24, 2024
Unfortunately the blade must have been dropped. Not happy due to having to reorder.
francisco Rico
Reviewed in Mexico on October 1, 2024
Cortes muy limpios
Yehuda
Reviewed in Canada on August 14, 2023
The Freud Saw Blade is an exceptional blade that delivers outstanding performance and precision in cutting plywood and melamine materials.One of the standout features of this saw blade is its Perma-Shield coating, which provides a protective barrier against heat, corrosion, and pitch build-up. This coating not only extends the lifespan of the blade but also ensures smooth and clean cuts throughout its usage.The thin kerf design of the blade allows for minimal material waste and reduced cutting resistance, resulting in faster and more efficient cuts. This feature is particularly beneficial when working with delicate materials like plywood and melamine, as it helps prevent chipping and splintering.Furthermore, the Freud LU79R006M20 is equipped with high-quality carbide teeth that are specifically designed for cutting plywood and melamine. These teeth are incredibly sharp and durable, ensuring precise and clean cuts every time.Overall, the Freud LU79R006M20 Perma-Shield Coated Thin Kerf Plywood and Melamine Saw Blade is a top-notch tool that combines durability, precision, and efficiency. Whether you're working on a professional project or a personal woodworking task, this saw blade is sure to exceed your expectations.
T. Hanson
Reviewed in the United States on December 12, 2023
I used this blade in my table saw to build my kitchen cabinets. It is a fantastic blade for plywood. Perfect cuts, no tear out. Used it for to break down and dimention 18 sheets of 3/4" Cherry ply and 10 sheets of 1/4" cherry ply. Still a lot of life left in the blade. Well worth the cost.
Rex D. Holt
Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2023
I bought the blade expressly to cut a Formica countertop bonded to particle board and used it successfully. I flipped the countertop over and cut it with the Formica side down using a 7 1/4 inch circular side drive Skil saw. The countertop was approximately 11/4 inch thick but 2 inches thick with the facing on two sides, so I used 3/4 inch scrap to build a saw sled level to the sides. I used painters tape to cover the cut line on the Formica The continuous cut therefore started on one side through Formica, then the upside down countertop, and exited through the other side.The blade performed perfectly and much better than my expectations after reading up online by Googling. This appeared to be the most commonly recommended blade. There was no chipping and the edge was very smooth. I used 220 grit sandpaper to lightly buff the edge and remove slight residue with a final result that was excellent. I was tremendously pleased.
Loke Mun Wah
Reviewed in Singapore on August 5, 2021
Fitted in Makita SP6000J, tested on plywood, very nice finish. Compensate depth of cut by adding 7-8 mm to gauge. For preliminary cut, set depth to 8 mm. Cuts better than original blade at slower speed. Recommended.
Sajith Shivashankaran
Reviewed in Australia on October 26, 2020
Cuts plywood well.
Dakota Dude
Reviewed in the United States on October 23, 2019
I got this blade as a replacement for my Festool track saw. Considerably less money than the Festool brand and the performance is proving to be equal. I have since put Freud Diablo blades on my 10 inch table saw and 12 in miter saw. Those blades are also performing extremely well. Definitely worth the money!
SE
Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2014
I originally bought this Freud blade just to see how it compared to the Festool blade.Out of ignorance, I foolishly used my TS 55 and the stock blade to cut a few pieces of laminate flooring. After that, my Festool blade cut terribly and would smoke and bog down in 3/4" plywood. I did some research and found that the laminate flooring will ruin carbide saw blades--there are several stories on the Festool Owners Group site where others discuss doing the same thing with both their TS and Kapex saws. In my case it was a TS 55 and a DeWalt miter saw.At the time, I didn't know I had ruined my Festool blade--just that it could barely cut through plywood.So last weekend, I removed my dull Festool blade and put in this Freud blade. It cut through the plywood like butter. Zero smoke. Very little effort required to push the saw--I just helped it along and it floated along the track. The Freud blade was fantastic.However, with those positive comments, I had to immediately return the first Freud blade I received. After receiving it, I just happened to look at the teeth. Something about one of the teeth looked odd, like it was cut at a different angle. After looking closer, I saw that the carbide was chipped. 1/4 of the tooth was missing. I looked at the rest of the blade, and found another tooth that was chipped, missing 1/2 of the tooth. The blade obviously didn't get proper QA. I have many other Freud blades and bits that I love, and have never seen anything like this.I returned the blade the same day back to Amazon, and they shipped me a replacement right away. The new blade is perfect and works great.If you order any of the Freud Festool blades, make sure to carefully inspect all of the teeth. But I highly recommend this blade for the TS 55--don't listen to the Festool accolytes that say you should only use Festool blades. For the price, the Freud blade works well for me.
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