Freud 160mm Medium Aluminum and Non-Ferrous Saw Blade is a precision-engineered carbide-tipped cutting disc designed specifically for slicing through aluminum, brass, copper, vinyl, and plastic with clean, controlled results. Built with a 42-tooth configuration and a 20mm arbor, this 160mm blade delivers reliable performance on miter saws, stationary table saws, and double miter saws. Its flat-triple chip tooth geometry combined with a -6 deg. hook angle makes it the go-to choice for cutting drawn products and tubes whose thickness exceeds 5 mm, and it is recommendable to use it with the sawblade over the workpiece to be cut.

Key Features

• Flat-triple chip tooth with negative cutting angle - the TCG grind and -6 deg. hook angle control the bite into non-ferrous metals, reducing grabbing and producing smoother, safer cuts in aluminum, brass, and copper.
• Silver I.C.E. Coating prevents build up on the blade surface and keeps the blade running cooler and cleaner - this protective coating reduces heat-related distortion and gum-up, extending blade life and maintaining cut quality over repeated use.
• Anti-vibration Design - minimizes chatter during cutting, which improves accuracy, reduces noise, and puts less stress on both the workpiece and the tool.
• 42-tooth count on a 160mm diameter - provides a medium tooth density well-suited for cutting drawn products and tubes with walls exceeding 5 mm, balancing cut speed with surface finish quality.
• 2.8mm kerf with a 2.2mm plate - the controlled kerf-to-plate ratio reduces material waste and keeps the blade tracking straight through aluminum and non-ferrous stock.
• Compatible with miter saws, stationary table saws, and double miter saws - broad tool compatibility means this single blade works across multiple shop setups without needing a separate purchase for each machine.
• Cuts plastic, vinyl, aluminum, brass, and copper - a wide material range means one blade handles diverse non-ferrous and synthetic cutting tasks, improving shop efficiency.

Why This Product

• The Silver I.C.E. Coating actively prevents residue build-up on the blade surface, so cuts stay cleaner for longer and blade maintenance intervals are extended.
• The anti-vibration design works alongside the negative hook angle to keep the blade stable during cuts through drawn aluminum tubes and profiles thicker than 5 mm, reducing the risk of workpiece movement or blade deflection.
• Verified compatibility with three tool types - miter saw, stationary table saw, and double miter saw - gives this blade exceptional versatility across common workshop and production-line setups.
• The TCG (triple chip grind) tooth form is purpose-matched to non-ferrous metals and plastics, producing cleaner edges on materials like copper and brass that would chip or tear with a standard woodworking tooth profile.

Specifications

• Brand: Freud
• Product Group: Saw Blades
• Category: Aluminum and Plastics
• Sub Category: Aluminum and Non-Ferrous (Medium)
• Diameter: 160mm
• Teeth: 42
• Arbor: 20mm
• Kerf: 2.8mm
• Plate: 2.2mm
• Hook Angle: -6 deg.
• Grind: TCG
• Compatible Tools: Miter Saw; Stationary Table Saw; Double Miter Saw
• Materials: Plastic; Vinyl; Aluminum; Brass; Copper
• Pack Quantity: 1
• Country of Origin: Italy

Approved Applications

• Sawblades to cut aluminum and non-ferrous metals
• Cutting drawn products and tubes whose thickness exceeds 5 mm

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials can this Freud 160mm blade cut?

This blade is rated for use on plastic, vinyl, aluminum, brass, and copper. It falls under the aluminum and non-ferrous medium sub-category, making it a strong choice for a variety of non-ferrous metal and synthetic cutting tasks.

What is the recommended orientation when using this blade?

According to the product usage guidelines, it is recommendable to use the sawblade over the workpiece to be cut. This approach is particularly important when cutting drawn products and tubes whose thickness exceeds 5 mm.

Which saws is this 160mm blade compatible with?

This blade is designed for use with a miter saw, a stationary table saw, and a double miter saw. Always confirm that your specific saw accepts a 160mm diameter blade with a 20mm arbor before mounting.

What does the TCG grind mean for cut quality on non-ferrous metals?

TCG stands for triple chip grind, which is the tooth geometry used on this blade. The flat-triple chip tooth form, combined with a -6 deg. hook angle, controls how aggressively the tooth enters the material. This geometry is well-suited to non-ferrous metals like aluminum, brass, and copper, helping produce cleaner edges and reducing the risk of tearing or chipping compared to standard tooth profiles.