Meet the Freud LU84R009 9" Combination Blade — the single blade designed to fuse ripping and crosscutting into one efficient workflow. Built from the trusted Freud/Diablo lineage, this 9-inch blade is tuned for real-world woodworking where speed, accuracy, and fewer blade swaps matter.

• Smart tooth geometry: one flat tooth for ripping followed by four alternate top bevel teeth for precise crosscuts, delivering clean, true-cut edges on a range of materials.
• Optimized chip clearance: a large gullet that efficiently evacuates sawdust and reduces binding, helping you maintain momentum through longer cuts.
• Laser-cut anti-vibration slots: engineered to dampen vibration and minimize chatter, producing smoother starts and a finer finish without the need for stabilizers.
• Versatile, time-saving performance: a true combination blade that handles both ripping and crosscutting tasks in a single pass, cutting setup time and reducing tool changes.

Why this matters in practice: when you’re building cabinets, frames, shelves, or trim, you often switch between ripping to width and crosscutting to length. The LU84R009’s geometry delivers reliable edge quality on crosscuts while maintaining efficient ripping action, so you get consistent results without swapping blades mid-project.

Ideal for woodworkers, DIY enthusiasts, and professional cabinetmakers who value precision and efficiency, this blade shines on common hardwoods, softwoods, and plywood. It’s especially beneficial when your workflow demands quick transitions between cut types, clean finishes, and a smoother overall experience on a 9" saw.

Practical tips for best results:

• Feed with steady, controlled motion and let the blade do the work to maximize edge quality.
• For longer runs, consider light cooling breaks to maintain blade performance and edge longevity.