Monday, October 24, 2011

Freud LU84M016 16-Inch 80 Tooth ATBF Combination Saw Blade with 1-Inch Arbor

Freud LU84M016 16-Inch 80 Tooth ATBF Combination Saw Blade with 1-Inch Arbor Review



Freud LU84M016 16-Inch 80 Tooth ATBF Combination Saw Blade with 1-Inch Arbor Feature

  • Laser cut blade bodies and expansion slots
  • Kickback reducing design
  • Tri-metal brazing
  • Covered by Freud's limited lifetime warranty
The 16-inch Freud LU84M016 Combination Saw Blade offers a configuration that pairs flat teeth and alternating-top-bevel teeth to ensure strong performance both when ripping and when crosscutting. Also offering TiCo high-density carbide tips, laser-cut, anti-vibration slots that eliminate the need for stabilizers, and Freud's Silver I.C.E. coating to prevent the buildup of heat and resin, this multi-purpose blade is built for lasting convenience.

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LU84M016 Combination Saw Blade
LU84M016
At a Glance:

  • Ideal for crosscutting materials 3/4 to 3-1/2 inches thick, and ripping materials 3/8 to 1-1/2 inches thick
  • Heavy-duty plate with laser-cut, anti-vibration slots
  • Silver I.C.E. coating reduces friction and prevents gumming
Technical Specs:
CoatingSilver ICE
Diameter16"
Teeth80 COMB
Arbor1"
Kerf (K).157
Plate (P).118
Crosscutting and Ripping
Recommended Use and Cut Quality
Large GulletsLarge Gullets allow for fast ripping and easy chip removal
Laser-Cut Anti-Vibration SlotsLaser-Cut Anti-Vibration Slots drastically reduce vibration and sideways movement in the cut extending blade life, and giving a crisp, swirl-free flawless finish
Combination Tooth Design for Versatility and Accuracy
This blade's 80 teeth are arranged in groups of five, each of which includes one flat-top raker tooth for fast, accurate ripping. Each flat tooth is followed by four alternating-top-bevel (ATB) teeth that are particularly well suited to crosscutting, and large gullets between the teeth ensure effective chip clearance.

This blade is designed for optimal performance when crosscutting materials that are 3/4 to 3-1/2 inches thick, or ripping materials that are 3/8 to 1-1/2 inches thick. It makes quick work of hard- and softwood, plywood, and chipboard. It can also handle laminates or 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 .157 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 combination saw blade's 80 teeth are finished with tips made from Freud's application-specific TiCo high-density carbide "combination blend." Formulated to help the blade maintain a sharp cutting edge for longer when faced with a variety of applications, this blend includes just a little bit 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.

Silver I.C.E. Coating Resists Corrosion, Heat, and Resin Buildup
This blade is finished with Freud's Silver I.C.E. coating, which resists corrosion for improved performance over time. This unique coating also resists heat buildup, protecting your saw and your work surface and preventing the blade from warping. It also helps prevent resin or "pitch" buildup.

Since gummy pitch buildup causes extra drag on the motor of your saw, less buildup means 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 LU84M016 Combination Saw Blade--16-inch diameter, 1-inch arbor, 80-tooth COMBO design.

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