Freud LM71M016 16" Thick Stock Rip Blade is purpose-built for serious ripping work, delivering efficient, dependable performance in both hardwood and softwood. This blade is tuned for high-speed ripping of thick stock, helping you move material quickly without compromising control.

• Low tooth count for thick stock: Optimized geometry designed to aggressively remove material when you’re ripping thick boards, so you spend less time battling resistance and more time producing straight, accurate cuts.
• Versatile feeding options: Ideal for both manual feeding and with power feeders, making it suitable for single-pass rips or organized gang-ripping setups in production environments.
• 16" blade diameter for wide, straight rips: Engineered to handle large-diameter cuts, helping you maintain stability and clean edges across long stock runs.
• Target thickness range: Optimized for 1-1/2" to 3-1/2" thick material, with the option to cut thinner or thicker stock—acknowledging that surface finish may vary outside the ideal range.

Who should consider the Freud LM71M016? woodworking professionals and serious hobbyists who regularly rip thick stock for framing, beams, cabinetry components, or panel stock. If your shop routinely feeds large boards through a saw with high-speed ripping in mind, this blade delivers reliable performance, consistent take-away, and a smoother cut path even when dealing with mixed hardwoods and softwoods.

Compared to blades designed for fine finishing, this 16" ripping blade prioritizes material removal and production speed without sacrificing control. Its design supports both single-pass rips and gang-ripping workflows, helping you maintain alignment across multiple blades and stack setups. For best results, match feed rate and blade speed to your machine and stock, and stick to the recommended thickness window to minimize finish variation.

Using the Freud LM71M016 in your ripping operations translates to faster throughput, dependable edge straightness, and a blade you can rely on when stock runs thick. Add it to your shop lineup to elevate thick-stock ripping performance and expand your milling capabilities.