The Best Miter Saw Blades of 2024
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Best Miter Saw Blade for Metal
Miter saws primarily cut wood, but with the varied nature of DIY projects you’ll often find yourself cutting and shaping other materials. The 10-inch, 80-tooth Freud LU77M010 cuts non-ferrous metals like aluminum, brass and copper. (For ferrous metals like iron or steel, consider an angle grinder or dedicated metal saw.)
The LU77M010 can handle metal walls up to 1/4-in. thick, making it a great choice for light work. Regardless of size, Freud recommends using WD-40 or a similar liquid lubricant every four to five cuts to reduce heat and contain metal shavings.
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Best Miter Saw Blade for Plywood
Plywood and laminate materials are prone to chipping when cut with standard miter saw blades. For better results, go with thin-kerf, high-tooth-count blades like the Freud LU79R Thin-Kerf Ultimate Plywood & Melamine line.
Available 7-1/4-in., 10-inch and 12-inch, these specialized blades feature laser-cut stabilizer slots and Freud’s Perma-Shield coating to lubricate and reduce heat.
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Best Miter Saw Blade for Plastics
While almost any miter saw blade can cut plastics, the heat and rough edges tend to melt or chip the workpiece. If you demand a polished final product, that kind of finish simply isn’t acceptable.
Luckily, the 10-inch, 80-tooth the Forrest NM108011125 No-Melt Blade handles this task nicely. The side clearance of the carbide tips reduces or eliminates edge melting or chipping when cutting plastics.
That amazing performance comes at a premium price — a jaw-dropping $268. If you simply need to make a few cuts or don’t need a high level of finish, then go with a general-purpose, high-tooth-count blade. But if you want professional-grade results and have a lot of plastic to cut, this blade’s effectiveness is almost magic.
