Freud 10 in. x 60 ATB Crosscut features a 38 degree Hi-ATB (Alternate Top Bevel) tooth grind that ensures excellent crosscuts in double-sided veneer plywood and double-sided melamine. Designed primarily for heavy use in a cabinetmaker’s shop, this blade includes a Perma-SHIELD non-stick coating that reduces heat, gumming, and corrosion, extending the blade’s life. The LU73R series is for cutting hardwood, softwood, plywood, and chipboard ranging from 1/2" to 2-3/4" thickness. It boasts a premium crosscutting blend of TiCo Hi-Density Carbide for maximum performance, precision tensioning with computer-controlled equipment to keep the blade flat and true, and positive hook angles for fast cutting and easy feed. This combination of features makes it an i choice for professional and serious woodworking applications.