Freud's 550mm Thin to Medium Aluminum and Non-Ferrous Saw Blade is a precision-engineered carbide-tipped cutting disc designed for professionals who need reliable, clean results when working with aluminum, brass, copper, vinyl, and plastic. Built with a TCG (triple chip grind) tooth form and a 5 deg. hook angle, this blade handles drawn products and tubes with a thickness between 2 and 5 mm, as well as polymeric panels up to 20 mm - making it a versatile choice for fabricators and production environments alike. Compatible with miter saws, stationary table saws, and double miter saws, this Freud blade delivers consistent non-ferrous cutting performance in a single 1x blade pack.

Key Features

• 148 carbide-tipped teeth with TCG grind - the flat-triple chip tooth geometry with a positive cutting angle produces smooth, accurate cuts through aluminum, brass, copper, and polymer panels, reducing burring and finishing time.
• Silver I.C.E. Coating - this protective surface treatment prevents material build-up on the blade and keeps it running cooler and cleaner, extending the usable life of the blade and maintaining cut quality over time.
• Silent Sawblade construction - noise and vibration are reduced during operation, contributing to a more controlled cut and a more comfortable working environment during extended use.
• 4.2mm kerf with a 3.5mm plate - the kerf-to-plate ratio supports efficient material removal while keeping the blade body rigid for straight, accurate cuts in non-ferrous metals and polymeric materials.
• 5 deg. hook angle - this positive cutting angle is optimized for slicing through thin to medium aluminum sections and non-ferrous profiles cleanly without grabbing or chatter.
• 550mm diameter with a 1" arbor - sized to fit miter saws, stationary table saws, and double miter saws, giving this blade broad compatibility across common shop and production machinery.
• Pinholes: 2/11/63 - the pinhole configuration allows secure mechanical clamping on compatible saw systems for precise, repeatable positioning.

Why This Product

• Engineered specifically for cutting drawn aluminum tubes and sections from 2 to 5 mm thick, as well as polymeric panels up to 20 mm - meaning one blade covers a meaningful range of thin to medium non-ferrous and plastic cutting tasks without swapping blades.
• The Silver I.C.E. Coating actively prevents resin and metal particle build-up on the blade surface, so the blade stays cleaner during production runs and requires less downtime for maintenance.
• Compatible with miter saws, stationary table saws, and double miter saws - offering genuine flexibility for shops that run multiple machine types or need to cut aluminum profiles in varying setups.
• With 148 teeth, a TCG grind, and a positive 5 deg. hook angle working together, this blade is set up to deliver consistent, low-burr cuts in aluminum, brass, copper, vinyl, and plastic - materials that often require specific tooling to cut safely and cleanly.

Specifications

• Brand: Freud
• Product Group: Saw Blades
• Category: Aluminum and Plastics
• Sub Category: Aluminum and Non-Ferrous (Thin)
• Diameter: 550mm
• Teeth: 148
• Arbor: 1"
• Kerf: 4.2
• Plate: 3.5
• Hook Angle: 5 deg.
• Grind: TCG
• Pinholes: 2/11/63
• Compatible Tools: Miter Saw; Stationary Table Saw; Double Miter Saw
• Materials: Plastic; Vinyl; Aluminum; Brass; Copper
• Usage: To cut drawn products and tubes with a thickness included between 2 and 5 mm, as well as polymeric panels up to 20 mm.
• Pack Quantity: 1
• Country of Origin: Italy

Approved Applications

• Sawblades to cut aluminum and non-ferrous metals

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials can this blade cut?

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

What type of grind does this blade use, and why does it matter?

This blade uses a TCG (triple chip grind) tooth form - specifically described as a flat-triple chip tooth with a positive cutting angle. This tooth geometry is well suited for non-ferrous metals and polymeric materials, producing cleaner cut edges and reducing the risk of chipping or excessive burring on aluminum, brass, copper, and plastic profiles.

Which machines is this blade compatible with?

This 550mm blade with a 1" arbor is compatible with miter saws, stationary table saws, and double miter saws. The 2/11/63 pinhole configuration also supports mechanical clamping on compatible saw systems.

What is the Silver I.C.E. Coating and what does it do?

The Silver I.C.E. Coating is a surface treatment applied to the blade that prevents build-up of material on the blade surface and keeps the blade running cooler and cleaner during use. This helps maintain cutting performance and can extend the working life of the blade between cleanings.