Freud LU87R010 10-Inch 24-Tooth FTG Thin Kerf Ripping Saw Blade with 5/8-Inch Arbor and PermaShield Coating

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The Freud Difference
Freud manufactures some of the most innovative, technologically advanced saw blades in the world. To ensure that the highest quality products meet the toughest design standards, Freud owns and operates six manufacturing facilities in Western Europe. Freud is one of the few manufacturers of woodworking tools in the world that produces its own MicroGrain carbide with titanium, called TiCo -- a combination of titanium and cobalt. Freud develops different types of carbide for each application to maximize the cutting life and performance of the tool; and Freud also operates one of the most modern product development research centers in Europe. By overseeing the entire manufacturing process from start to finish, Freud guarantees some of the highest quality, most advanced products in the industry.

About Freud's Industrial Blades
Freud’s Industrial Series of blades are designed for the serious woodworker. Available in a variety of styles for different applications, LU and LM blades feature thick carbide tips, precision tensioned bodies and other premium features found in every Freud blade. Industrial blades include red Perma-Shield coating or Silver ICE coating to help reduce friction, heat build-up and gumming, which add up to mean longer blade life.

About the 10-Inch 24-Tooth FTG Thin Kerf Ripping Saw Blade
This exceptional Freud blade requires less energy to feed the material into the saw blade, and eases the strain on your power tool. The "fusion" tooth design gives glass smooth side finishes as well as a chip-free top and bottom during both ripping and crosscutting applications; and the Perma-Shield permanent non-stick coating reduces friction, protecting this thin kerf saw blade against corrosion, gumming and pitch build-up. This laser blade made from high-strength steel is built for long life and precision, and it comes pre-tensioned to remain flat through the shocks from cutting and stresses from turning at high speeds. Its anti-vibration reed design eliminates all vibration and produces the cleanest cuts possible, making the use of a stabilizer unnecessary.

Applications
This blade gives new life to underpowered table saws and radial arm saws because the thin kerf does not require much horsepower. The Perma-Shield coating helps this blade pull 1/3 less on the saw, which translates into over 33% more cutting power. The ideal working range is from 3/4 to 2-3/4-inch thick wood, plywood, laminate, or chip board.

Key Technical Specs

• TiCo Hi-Density Carbide with Titanium
• Ideal for saws under 3 horsepower
• Tri-Metal Brazing for impact-resistant tips
• Non-stick Perma-Shield coating

Warranty
This blade is covered by Freud's limited lifetime warranty.

Product Description

This flat tooth rip blade gives new life to underpowered table saws and radial-arm saws because the thin kerf does not require much horsepower. The red Perma-Shield coating helps this 10" blade pull 1/3 less on the saw, which translates into over 33 more cutting power. The ideal working range is from 3/4" to 2-3/4" thick. 5/8" arbor .094 kerf

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Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 12 x 12 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0000225UH
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: LU87R010
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (75 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,862 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #6 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Power Tool Accessories > Blades > Miter Saw Blades

Customer Reviews

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32 of 32 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This Blade Rips!, January 11, 2004

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This review is from: Freud LU87R010 10-Inch 24-Tooth FTG Thin Kerf Ripping Saw Blade with 5/8-Inch Arbor and PermaShield Coating (Tools & Home Improvement)

I have a Jet contractor-style saw, and the standard Freud rip blade just wasn't getting the job done for me. I didn't realize my expensive saw was considered "underpowered." With a standard rip blade, I kept burning hardwood and throwing breakers.

However, this blade made all the difference. I can rip 2" hardwood stock without bogging down or throwing breakers. Plus, the rip cut is very smooth. Highly recommended.

27 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars slick & quick, November 1, 2000

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"jbswct" (Valhalla, NY USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Freud LU87R010 10-Inch 24-Tooth FTG Thin Kerf Ripping Saw Blade with 5/8-Inch Arbor and PermaShield Coating (Tools & Home Improvement)

This blade will readily slice through full-height rips in hardwood, and give very good surface finish in rips or crosscuts. At least on a "2hp" universal-motor saw.

The hook and lead angles of the teeth are very aggressive, and seem to result in the one weakness of this blade- hitting ANY metal will chip teeth. Period. A tiny little staple will suffice to chip some.

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Extremely smooth rip, October 21, 2002

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Matt (SACRAMENTO, CA, United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Freud LU87R010 10-Inch 24-Tooth FTG Thin Kerf Ripping Saw Blade with 5/8-Inch Arbor and PermaShield Coating (Tools & Home Improvement)

This blade was recommended to me and I've had excellent rips with it. It goes through 2" oak without problems. I won't use my combo-blade for ripping because its worth it to swap out for this one. Highly recommended.