Freud LU79R in a SCMS

I’ve used the LU74 and the LU80 which is the full kerf version of the LU79. The LU79/80 is a Hi-ATB grind and will leave less tearout than any other grind…combined with 80T and the low hook angle, you’ll struggle to find a cleaner cutting blade. Comparable blades are the Infinity 010-080, Forrest Duraline, CMT 210.080.10, and Amana Tool MB10-800….all amazing blades. For crosscutting, I’d stick with the full kerf…there’s less chance of deflection and crosscutting doesn’t require as much power is ripping so there’s less need for the thin kerf.

FWIW, if you were to move that blade to a TS, you’d be hard pressed to find a better plywood blade too.

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can the same be said for the lu80 for a 12” CMS? I’m looking to get a blade for fine moulding miters. I was doing some research and can buy a lu80 for my dewalt for $80. Just making sure before I pull the trigger.

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I have been using the LU91 on my saw for the last couple weeks and couldn’t be happier with the quality in maple.

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I ended up getting the LU79. I havent had the chance to use it yet, but think i will be casing out some door this weekend and will report back on how it does. But, as with my experience with all Freud blades up to this point, i am expecting exceptional quality

Let us know what you think once you’ve tried it.

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