{"product_id":"freud-12-inches-medium-stock-aluminum-blade-lu77m012","title":"Freud 12\" Medium Stock Aluminum Blade - Teeth: 96, Arbor: 1\"","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFreud 12\" Medium Stock Aluminum Cutting Blade\u003c\/strong\u003e is a precision-engineered, 96-tooth non-ferrous metal cutting blade built for clean, efficient cuts through aluminum, brass, and copper. Designed for medium-stock non-ferrous applications with a wall thickness up to 1\/4\", this specialty blade brings professional-grade performance to miter saws, stationary table saws, and portable table saws alike. With Freud's proprietary TiCo HI-Density Carbide formulation and a protective Silver Ice Coating, this 12\" blade is an ideal choice for fabricators, metalworkers, and woodworking professionals who regularly cut non-ferrous materials and demand a reliable, long-lasting cutting solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremium TiCo HI-Density Carbide Non-Ferrous Blend for Maximum Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e - Freud's proprietary carbide blend is specifically formulated for non-ferrous metal cutting, meaning each tooth holds its edge longer and delivers consistent, high-quality results cut after cut.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFreud-Made TiCo Carbide specifically designed to cut nonferrous metals extends tooth life\u003c\/strong\u003e - Because this carbide is engineered in-house by Freud rather than sourced generically, it is optimized for the unique demands of cutting aluminum, brass, and copper, reducing the frequency and cost of blade replacements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThin Kerf (.110\" kerf,.087\" plate) allows for faster feed rate and reduced waste\u003c\/strong\u003e - A thinner kerf removes less material with every pass, which means quicker cuts, less strain on your tool motor, and more usable material saved from each workpiece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSilver Ice Coating resists corrosion and pitch build-up\u003c\/strong\u003e - This protective coating keeps the blade surface cleaner during and after cuts, reducing maintenance time and helping preserve blade performance over an extended service life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTCG (Triple Chip Grind) tooth geometry\u003c\/strong\u003e - The TCG grind is specifically suited to cutting hard non-ferrous metals like aluminum and brass, producing smoother cut edges and reducing the risk of chip-out or rough finishes on finished workpieces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e-5 deg. hook angle\u003c\/strong\u003e - A negative hook angle keeps the blade from aggressively grabbing the material during a cut, resulting in improved control, safer operation, and a cleaner finish when working with non-ferrous metals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96-tooth count on a 12\" blade\u003c\/strong\u003e - More teeth per revolution means finer, smoother cuts with less surface roughness, making this blade well suited for medium-stock aluminum and other non-ferrous materials where finish quality matters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1\" arbor size for broad tool compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e - The standard 1\" arbor fits a wide range of miter saws, stationary table saws, and portable table saws, making it straightforward to mount without adapters in most professional shop setups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy This Product\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePurpose-built for non-ferrous metals\u003c\/strong\u003e - Unlike general-purpose saw blades, this Freud specialty blade is engineered specifically for cutting aluminum, brass, and copper up to 1\/4\" wall thickness, so you get results that a standard wood-cutting blade simply cannot match in terms of finish quality and tooth longevity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile tool compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e - This 12\" blade works across miter saws, stationary table saws, and portable table saws, giving you the flexibility to use one high-performance blade across multiple machines in your shop or on the job site.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLess waste, more efficiency\u003c\/strong\u003e - The thin kerf design translates directly into material savings and faster feed rates, which adds up to measurable efficiency gains over time when processing medium-stock aluminum or other non-ferrous workpieces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReduced maintenance with protective coating\u003c\/strong\u003e - The Silver Ice Coating actively resists pitch build-up and corrosion, meaning less time cleaning the blade between uses and more time focused on productive cutting work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\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 12\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTeeth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 96\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArbor:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKerf:\u003c\/strong\u003e.110\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlate:\u003c\/strong\u003e.087\"\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\u003eUsage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cutting Medium Non-Ferrous Materials And Aluminum. Wall thickness 1\/4\" Maximum.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aluminum; Brass; Copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Tools:\u003c\/strong\u003e Miter Saw; Stationary Table Saw; Portable Table Saw\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\u003ch3\u003eApproved Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecialty Blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdl\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat materials can this Freud 12\" blade cut?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eThis blade is designed for cutting aluminum, brass, and copper - specifically medium non-ferrous materials with a wall thickness up to 1\/4\". It is not intended for ferrous metals or wood-cutting applications.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich saws are compatible with this 12\" non-ferrous blade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eThis blade is compatible with miter saws, stationary table saws, and portable table saws. It uses a standard 1\" arbor, which fits a wide range of these tool types without requiring additional adapters in most cases.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does TCG grind mean and why does it matter for cutting aluminum?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eTCG stands for Triple Chip Grind, a tooth geometry specifically suited to cutting hard non-ferrous metals. 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