The Freud 550mm Thin to Medium Aluminum and Non-Ferrous Saw Blade with Mechanical Clamping is a precision-engineered carbide-tipped cutting blade designed for professional-grade work on aluminum, non-ferrous metals, and polymeric materials. Built with a 148-tooth configuration and a Triple Chip Grind (TCG) geometry, this 550mm circular saw blade delivers clean, accurate cuts on drawn products, tubes, and plastic panels where surface quality and blade longevity matter most. Whether you are running a stationary table saw, a miter saw, or a double miter saw, this Freud blade is built to handle demanding production environments with consistent, repeatable results.

Key Features

• 148 Triple Chip Grind (TCG) Teeth - The high tooth count combined with TCG geometry produces smooth, chip-free cuts on aluminum, brass, copper, and plastic, reducing the need for secondary finishing work.
• Flat-triple chip tooth with positive cutting angle - This tooth design optimizes material shearing on non-ferrous metals and polymeric panels, resulting in cleaner edges and reduced burring across a wide range of workpiece thicknesses.
• Silent Sawblade design - The blade body is engineered to dampen vibration during operation, leading to quieter cuts and improved operator comfort in continuous-use shop environments.
• Silver I.C.E. Coating prevents build up on the blade surface and keeps the blade running cooler and cleaner - This protective surface coating minimizes pitch and resin adhesion, extending blade life and reducing the frequency of cleaning and maintenance stoppages.
• 5 deg. hook angle - The positive hook angle is optimized for non-ferrous and polymeric materials, helping control feed rate and reducing the risk of the blade grabbing or chattering during the cut.
• 4.2mm kerf with a 3.5mm plate - The blade geometry provides sufficient side clearance while maintaining a rigid, stable plate, which translates to accurate, straight cuts with minimal material waste.
• 30mm arbor size - Matches the arbor specifications of a wide range of professional stationary table saws, miter saws, and double miter saws for straightforward, secure mounting.
• Compatible with Miter Saw, Stationary Table Saw, and Double Miter Saw - Verified multi-tool compatibility means you can move this blade between machines in your shop without purchasing separate blades for each setup.

Why This Product

• Engineered specifically for cutting drawn products and tubes with a thickness of 2 to 5mm, as well as polymeric panels up to 20mm, this blade covers a broad range of thin-to-medium non-ferrous cutting tasks without requiring multiple blade changes.
• The Silver I.C.E. Coating actively prevents build-up on the blade surface and keeps the blade running cooler and cleaner, meaning less downtime for cleaning and a longer usable blade life compared to uncoated alternatives.
• With 148 teeth and a TCG grind pattern, this blade is purpose-built to handle aluminum, brass, copper, vinyl, and plastic in a single setup - reducing the number of specialty blades needed in mixed-material shop environments.
• The Silent Sawblade construction reduces vibration and noise during operation, making it a practical choice for shops where extended daily use is the norm and operator fatigue is a real concern.

Specifications

• Brand: Freud
• Diameter: 550mm
• Number of Teeth: 148
• Arbor: 30mm
• Kerf: 4.2mm
• Plate: 3.5mm
• Hook Angle: 5 deg.
• Grind: TCG
• Compatible Tools: Miter Saw; Stationary Table Saw; Double Miter Saw
• Compatible Materials: Plastic; Vinyl; Aluminum; Brass; Copper
• Product Group: Saw Blades
• Category: Aluminum and Plastics
• Sub Category: Aluminum and Non-Ferrous (Thin)
• Pack Quantity: 1
• Country of Origin: Italy

Approved Applications

• Sawblades to cut aluminum and non-ferrous metals
• Cutting drawn products and tubes with a thickness included between 2 and 5mm
• Cutting polymeric panels up to 20mm in thickness

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials can this Freud 550mm blade cut?

This blade is designed to cut aluminum, brass, copper, plastic, and vinyl. It is also suited for cutting drawn products and tubes with a wall thickness between 2 and 5mm, as well as polymeric panels up to 20mm thick.

What type of tooth grind does this blade use, and why does it matter for non-ferrous cutting?

This blade uses a Triple Chip Grind (TCG) tooth pattern with a flat-triple chip tooth and a positive cutting angle. This geometry is particularly effective on non-ferrous metals and polymeric materials because it shears material cleanly, minimizes burring, and reduces edge chipping compared to standard alternate top bevel grinds.

Which machines is this 550mm saw blade compatible with?

This blade is compatible with miter saws, stationary table saws, and double miter saws that accept a 30mm arbor. Always confirm your machine's arbor size and maximum blade diameter rating before mounting the blade.

What does the Silver I.C.E. Coating do for blade performance and maintenance?

The Silver I.C.E. Coating prevents build up on the blade surface and keeps the blade running cooler and cleaner during operation. In practice, this means aluminum chips, plastic residue, and other debris are less likely to adhere to the blade body, which extends cutting life and reduces how often the blade needs to be cleaned or serviced.