Freud 12" Plastic Cutting Saw Blade is a specialty circular saw blade engineered for clean, precise cuts through plexiglass, plastics, laminate, and chipboard. With 96 teeth, a 1" arbor, and a Modified Triple Chip Grind tooth design, this 12-inch blade delivers the smooth, chip-free results that plastic fabrication and finishing work demand. Crafted in Italy and designed for use on miter saws, radial arm saws, stationary table saws, and portable table saws, it handles a depth of cut ranging from 1/4" to 1 5/8" - making it a versatile choice for professional shops and demanding job sites alike.

Key Features

• Premium TiCo HI-Density Carbide Plastic Blend - this advanced carbide formulation is specifically optimized for cutting plastic materials, delivering maximum performance and longer-lasting edge retention compared to general-purpose carbide.
• Modified Triple Chip Grind (MTCG) Tooth Design - enables material to remain cool while cutting, eliminating melting - so your cut edges stay crisp and clean without the heat distortion that ruins plastic workpieces.
• Negative Hook Angle of -3 deg. - produces a superior finish without grabbing the material, reducing the risk of chipping, cracking, or kickback when working with brittle plastics and acrylics.
• Silver Ice Coating - resists corrosion and pitch build-up on the blade body, keeping the plate cleaner during use and extending the working life of the blade.
• 96-Tooth Configuration on a 12" Diameter - the high tooth count produces finer, smoother cuts through plexiglass and plastic sheet goods, minimizing the need for secondary finishing work.
• 1" Arbor with a.110" Kerf and.087" Plate - the thin kerf design reduces material waste and demands less effort from your saw motor, while the precise plate thickness ensures stable, vibration-reduced cutting.
• Compatible with Multiple Tool Types - fits miter saws, radial arm saws, stationary table saws, and portable table saws, so one blade covers a wide range of shop equipment setups.

Why This Product

• The MTCG tooth geometry keeps cutting temperatures low, which is the single most important factor when sawing plastics - no melting, no gumming, no ruined edges.
• The -3 deg. negative hook angle controls material feed, reducing grabbing on brittle sheet plastics and laminates, which translates directly into safer, more controlled cuts.
• The Silver Ice Coating actively resists pitch build-up, meaning less cleaning downtime between cuts and a longer usable life from a single blade.
• With compatibility across four tool categories - miter saws, radial arm saws, stationary table saws, and portable table saws - this specialty blade adapts to the tools already in your workspace rather than requiring a dedicated machine.

Specifications

• Brand: Freud
• Diameter: 12"
• Teeth: 96
• Arbor: 1"
• Kerf:.110"
• Plate:.087"
• Hook Angle: -3 deg.
• Grind: MTCG
• Usage: Plexiglass and Plastics. Depth of cut (1/4" to 1 5/8").
• Compatible Tools: Miter Saw; Radial Arm Saw; Stationary Table Saw; Portable Table Saw
• Compatible Materials: Laminate; Chipboard; Plexiglass; Plastic
• Category: Aluminum and Plastics - Plastics
• Pack Quantity: 1
• Country of Origin: Italy

Approved Applications

• Specialty Blade

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials can this blade cut?

This blade is rated for use with laminate, chipboard, plexiglass, and plastic. It is specifically designed as a specialty blade for plexiglass and plastic sheet goods, with a supported depth of cut ranging from 1/4" to 1 5/8".

Why does this blade use a negative hook angle instead of a positive one?

The -3 deg. negative hook angle produces a superior finish without grabbing the material. A negative hook angle slows the feed rate of the blade into the workpiece, which is especially important when cutting brittle plastics and laminates where grabbing or snatching can cause cracking or chipping.

What saws is this 12" blade compatible with?

This blade is designed for use on miter saws, radial arm saws, stationary table saws, and portable table saws - all using a 1" arbor. Always confirm your saw accepts a 12" diameter blade before mounting.

How does the MTCG tooth design prevent melting when cutting plastics?

The Modified Triple Chip Grind (MTCG) tooth design enables material to remain cool while cutting, eliminating melting. The geometry of the grind reduces friction and heat generation at the cut edge, which is the primary cause of melting, gumming, and rough edges when sawing acrylic and polycarbonate-type plastics.