Meet the Freud LU97R010 10" Double Sided Laminate/Melamine Blade — a purpose-built solution for pristine edges and extended blade life whenworking with laminates, melamine, and veneered plywood. Designed to tackle both the top and bottom faces, it consistently delivers a superb finish across panels without the need for a separate scoring pass.

The secret is in the laser-cut anti-vibration design that makes the plate acoustically dead. By greatly reducing sideways movement of the cutting edge, this blade minimizes chipping in challenging manmade materials like laminates, even on long runs or intricate profiles. The result is smoother cuts, less post-processing, and a noticeably longer blade life compared with traditional single-face or scoring-dependent setups.

No scoring blades needed with this blade! With the LU97R010, you can rely on clean start-to-finish cuts on laminated surfaces, streamlining workflows and improving throughput in cabinet shops, hobbyist workshops, and professional milling environments alike.

• Two cutting edges, one blade: Double-sided design extends usable life and optimizes performance across laminates, melamine, and veneered plywood.
• Acoustically dead, anti-vibration: Laser-cut construction minimizes blade chatter, reducing edge wander and chipping on delicate manmade materials.
• Consistent top-to-bottom finish: Delivers high-quality edges on both faces of the panel, reducing the need for touch-up sanding or additional passes.
• Ideal for cabinetry and shop workflows: A reliable choice for kitchen cabinets, shelving, and decorative panels where tight tolerances and clean edges matter.

Who is this blade for? If you’re a woodworker, cabinetmaker, or DIY enthusiast tackling laminated surfaces and veneered panels, the Freud LU97R010 is engineered to maximize blade life while delivering professional-quality results. It’s particularly well-suited for production runs where consistency and edge quality on laminates are non-negotiable, helping you meet deadlines without sacrificing finish or edging accuracy.

Practical tips for best results: feed steadily with light to moderate cuts, allow the laser-cut edges to do the work, and let the blade’s dual edges share the load during extended cuts. This approach helps preserve edge integrity, minimizes heat buildup, and keeps laminates looking flawless from first cut to final finish.