{"product_id":"freud-10-inches-carbide-tipped-saw-blade-for-crosscutting-lu5e0370","title":"Freud 10\" Carbide Tipped Saw Blade for Crosscutting - Teeth: 100, Kerf: 2.8","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eFreud 10 in. 100-Tooth Carbide Tipped Saw Blade\u003c\/strong\u003e is purpose-built for cutting aluminum and non-ferrous metals, including special drawn products such as tubes and similar products with ultra-thin walls. With a 2.8 mm kerf and a Triple Chip Grind (TCG) tooth configuration, this blade delivers an excellent cutting finish without splintering, while its reduced thickness makes it well-suited for use in low-power machines. Whether you are working with plastic, vinyl, aluminum, brass, or copper on a miter saw, stationary table saw, or double miter saw, this Freud blade is engineered to produce clean, precise results across a demanding range of non-ferrous materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTiCo Hi-Density Carbide - specifically designed for each cutting application:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freud's exclusive carbide blend is formulated to match the demands of cutting aluminum and non-ferrous metals, maximizing both cutting life and material finish so you get more cuts before the blade needs replacing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTriple Chip Grind (TCG) tooth geometry:\u003c\/strong\u003e The TCG grind is optimized for clean, chip-free cuts through hard non-ferrous materials like brass, copper, and aluminum, reducing material waste and finishing time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5 deg. hook angle for controlled cutting:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 5 deg. hook angle helps manage feed rate and reduces the risk of grabbing or kickback when working through thin-walled tubes and drawn aluminum profiles, giving the operator greater control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSilver I.C.E. Coating reduces heat, buildup, and eliminates rust and corrosion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freud's own Silver I.C.E. Coating keeps the blade running cooler and protects it from corrosion, directly extending the blade's working life and maintaining cut quality over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-Vibration design eliminates movement and reduces vibration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Less vibration during cutting means smoother, more accurate results and reduced operator fatigue, particularly important when precision fit is required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTri-Metal Brazing for superior bond strength:\u003c\/strong\u003e This brazing process gives each carbide tooth increased flexibility and impact resistance, protecting the teeth during demanding cuts through hard metals and extending overall blade durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHi-Tolerance Precision Plate Grinding and Tensioning from 48 Rockwell steel plate:\u003c\/strong\u003e The laser-cut blade body is manufactured from 48 Rockwell steel plate - the world's highest quality steel - and remains flat and true over the lifetime of the blade, ensuring consistent accuracy with every cut.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2.8 mm kerf with a 2.2 mm plate thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e The reduced kerf minimizes material loss per cut and makes this blade especially efficient on low-power machines where a thicker kerf would demand more motor output.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5\/8 in. arbor for broad compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e The standard 5\/8 in. arbor fits a wide range of miter saws, stationary table saws, and double miter saws, making this blade a versatile drop-in upgrade for most shop setups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100 teeth for ultra-fine finish cuts:\u003c\/strong\u003e A high tooth count means more cutting edges engage the material per revolution, resulting in smoother surfaces and reducing the need for secondary finishing work on aluminum, vinyl, and similar materials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eWhy This Product\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eThe combination of TiCo Hi-Density Carbide and Silver I.C.E. Coating works together to extend blade life and maintain cut quality, meaning fewer blade changes and lower long-term tooling costs on aluminum and non-ferrous metal cutting jobs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eThe reduced 2.8 mm kerf and TCG tooth design make this blade effective even in low-power machines, expanding the range of equipment it can be paired with without sacrificing finish quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eWith 100 teeth and an Anti-Vibration design, this blade consistently produces clean cuts through special drawn products like ultra-thin-walled tubes - materials where a lesser blade would chip or deflect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eCompatibility with miter saws, stationary table saws, and double miter saws means this single blade can serve multiple machines in a shop environment, cutting aluminum, brass, copper, plastic, and vinyl with equal precision.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freud\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTeeth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArbor:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\/8 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKerf:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.8\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.2\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHook Angle:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 deg.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrind:\u003c\/strong\u003e TCG\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Tools:\u003c\/strong\u003e Miter Saw; Stationary Table Saw; Double Miter Saw\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Materials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plastic; Vinyl; Aluminum; Brass; Copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Group:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saw Blades\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aluminum and Plastics\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSub Category:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aluminum and Non-Ferrous (Thin)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePack Quantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Italy\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eApproved Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eSawblades to cut aluminum and non-ferrous metals\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eCutting special drawn products such as tubes and similar products having ultra-thin walls\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cdl\u003e\n \u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat materials can this Freud 10 in. saw blade cut?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n \u003cdd\u003eThis blade is designed to cut plastic, vinyl, aluminum, brass, and copper. 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