Freud’s LU97R010 triple-chip grind blade has a 10 in. 80-tooth configuration is designed to cut plywood and/or laminates and melamine with little if any tearout/chipout. It cuts considerably cleaner than the combination/general purpose blades and sells for $95.
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Shop Fox W1826
The thick, felted bag on this Shop Fox is a plus and a minus. On one hand, it makes the unit much less expensive than collectors with canister filters, and also lighter and easier to hang on the wall. Without a separate plastic bag to catch chips, however, they stay in the felt bag, and the shortish zipper on the bottom makes it tough to shake them out. Otherwise, the W1826 is an excellent value.
Editor Test Results:
Visible Score Marks | N/A |
Quality of Cut | Good |
Flat Bottom Cut | N/A |
Manufacturer Specifications:
Manufacturer | Freud Inc. |
Manufacturer's Web Site | www.freudtools.com |
Manufacturer's Phone Number | 800-334-4107 |
Blade Size | 10 in. |
Number of Teeth | 80 |
Number of Chippers | N/A |
Types of Shims | N/A |
Storage Case | N/A |
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