A studio product shot of the silver Freud LM72M012 12-inch heavy-duty ripping saw blade, featuring 30 flat-top carbide teeth and product specifications for glue-line joints printed on the face.
An informational graphic titled Materials showing 3D illustrations of plywood, hardwoods, softwoods, laminate, and OSB as compatible materials for use with this heavy-duty ripping blade.
An informational graphic titled Tools showing gray-scale illustrations of a radial arm saw, a stationary table saw, and a portable table saw as compatible equipment for this 12-inch ripping blade.
A studio product shot of the silver Freud LM72M012 12-inch heavy-duty ripping saw blade, featuring 30 flat-top carbide teeth and product specifications for glue-line joints printed on the face.
An informational graphic titled Materials showing 3D illustrations of plywood, hardwoods, softwoods, laminate, and OSB as compatible materials for use with this heavy-duty ripping blade.
An informational graphic titled Tools showing gray-scale illustrations of a radial arm saw, a stationary table saw, and a portable table saw as compatible equipment for this 12-inch ripping blade.
Freud

Freud Circular Saw Blade LM72M012 12 Inch 30 Tooth Rip Tool 1 Arbor 0.169 Width FTG Flat Top Grind Glue Line Precision Hardwood Timber Cutting

In stock
SKU: LM72M012
$73.79 USD

Description

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Industrial Heavy-Duty Wood Ripping Blade with TiCo Flat Top Carbide Teeth and Laser-Cut Vibration Dampening Stabilizers

The Freud LM72M012 12 Inch 30 Tooth Heavy Duty Ripping Saw Blade delivers industrial-grade cutting velocity and absolute structural stability during aggressive wood dimensioning processes. Engineered with an extra-large Flat Top Grind (FTG) tooth architecture and a thick 0.118-inch plate, this high-performance circular tool generates mirror-smooth rip surfaces that are instantly ready for glue-up without the need for secondary jointing or sanding. This trade-focused cutting solution resolves motor stalling, edge splintering, and tracking deflection failures inside commercial wood shops and milling lines by combining a rigid high-tension blade body with laser-cut anti-vibration stabilizer slots. Coated with a protective Silver Ice friction barrier, this durable ripping instrument ensures smooth, chatter-free feeding profiles across dense hardwoods and thick softwoods.

Best Used For:

  • Glue Line Jointing Rips: Producing perfectly square, ready-to-glue edges along dense raw planks for tabletop assemblies and structural hardwood panel glue-ups.
  • Thick Stock Dimensioning: Executing high-speed longitudinal rip cuts through solid oak, walnut, maple, and cherry lumber ranging from 3/4 inch to 2-3/4 inches in thickness.
  • High-Volume Gang Ripping: Managing intensive multi-blade longitudinal material sizing runs on industrial gang-rip table saw setups without plate warping.

Key Performance & Safety Features

  • Premium TiCo Carbide Blend: Specially formulated high-density titanium cobalt carbide teeth maintain a razor-sharp edge longer during heavy-duty ripping.
  • Extra-Large Flat Tooth Design: Flat Top Grind configuration shears wood fibers cleanly to provide an incredibly square edge, eliminating pre-glue jointing steps.
  • Laser-Cut Anti-Vibration Slots: Integrated expansion vents absorb harmonic resonance and prevent sideways blade deflection for a splinter-free finish.
  • Silver Ice Non-Stick Armor: Advanced corrosion-resistant surface shield reduces heat buildup and blocks sticky pitch or resin accumulation.
  • High-Tension Rigid Body: Structural pre-tensioned plate architecture maintains precise flat alignment without the assistance of external blade stabilizers.

What's Included

  • (1) Freud LM72M012 12" x 30T Heavy-Duty Ripping Saw Blade

Technical Specifications

Specification Value
Brand Name Freud
Model Number LM72M012
Blade Nominal Diameter 12 in.
Arbor Hole Size 1 in.
Tooth Count 30 Teeth
Kerf Width 0.169 in.
Plate Body Thickness 0.118 in.
Hook Angle 20° Positive
Tooth Grind Configuration FTG (Flat Top Grind)
Blade Material Type TiCo™ High-Density Carbide
Surface Coating Shield Silver Ice Industrial Coating
Ideal Material Depth Cut 3/4 in. to 2-3/4 in.
Material Applications Hardwood, Softwood, and Dense Lumber Stock
Tool Compatibility Heavy-Duty Industrial Table Saws & Gang-Rip Equipment

Pro-Tip: When setting up a multi-blade gang-rip cluster with these 0.169-inch kerf profiles, verify that your machine spacers match the arbor tracking paths flawlessly. Maintaining a precise feedstock straightness entry window prevents inner plate friction and lets the specialized FTG geometry perform clean, seamless glue-ready separating passes.