Freud Circular Saw Blade LU84R014 14 Inch Disc (70T TiCo Carbide 1 Inch Arbor Combination Grind Perma-Shield Hardwood Ripping Crosscut Slicing Tool)

Freud LU84R014 14" 70-Tooth TiCo™ Carbide Heavy-Duty Combination Circular Saw Blade

The Freud LU84R014 14-inch 70-tooth combination circular saw blade executes heavy-duty longitudinal rips in solid hardwood timber, trims architectural casework components, crosscuts thick structural lumber, and sizes composite sheet goods without necessitating mid-project blade changeovers. Engineered in Italy with proprietary TiCo™ high-density micrograin carbide teeth and a standard 1-inch arbor bore, this 5.49-pound industrial disc features a robust 0.157-inch kerf with a 0.118-inch hardened plate core that prevents blade wobble and thermal deflection under heavy production feed rates. Outfitted with an aggressive 1FTG + 4ATB combination tooth grind, deep chip-clearing gullets, laser-cut anti-vibration expansion slots, and a heat-resistant Perma-SHIELD® non-stick coating, it equips professional cabinetmakers, commercial millworkers, and timber framers with glass-smooth joinery cuts across 14-inch stationary cabinet table saws, radial arm saws, and industrial compound miter saws.

Best Used For:

• Cabinetry and Solid Hardwood Millwork: Slicing crisp crosscuts up to 3-1/2 inches deep and fast longitudinal rips in 3/8-inch to 1-1/2-inch oak, walnut, cherry, and hard maple with sand-free edge quality.
• Industrial Table Saw and Radial Arm Saw Cutting: Executing high-volume all-purpose combination cuts in production woodshops on heavy stationary saws without requiring external blade stabilizers.
• Composite Board and Plywood Sizing: Sectioning heavy veneer core plywood, marine plywood, and dense MDF architectural panels with minimal underside chip-out and zero surface burning.

Key Performance & Safety Features

• TiCo™ Hi-Density Micrograin Carbide: Custom-formulated cobalt-tungsten carbide teeth provide extreme edge retention, corrosion resistance, and prolonged cutting life in abrasive hardwoods.
• Combination 1FTG + 4ATB Grind Pattern: Features one flat-top raker tooth for efficient wood waste ejection during ripping, paired with four alternate top bevel teeth for mirror-smooth crosscuts.
• Oversized Deep Chip Gullets: Precision-machined clearance gullets rapidly evacuate large wood chips during deep rip cuts, preventing heat buildup and motor strain.
• Laser-Cut Anti-Vibration Slots: Internal laser-cut body slots filled with acoustic damping polymer absorb harmonic flutter and eliminate vibration chatter without stabilizers.
• Perma-SHIELD® Non-Stick Coating: Baked-on protective fluoropolymer finish shields the heavy plate against friction heat, pitch gumming, rust, and resin adhesion.
• Tensioned 0.118-Inch Tool Steel Core: Heavy-gauge German steel body plate maintains runout accuracy and eliminates plate deflection during full-depth cuts.

What's Included

• (1) Freud LU84R014 14" 70-Tooth TiCo™ Carbide Combination Circular Saw Blade (1" Arbor)

Technical Specifications

Pro-Tip: When alternating between crosscuts and heavy longitudinal rips on a 14-inch stationary cabinet saw, adjust blade height so half the carbide tip extends above the lumber; this engages the deep chip gullets fully to evacuate sawdust and prevent heat glazing on thick stock.