Freud’s new General Purpose blade includes a 30 degree Hi-ATB (Alternate Top Bevel) tooth grind for better quality finish and crisper edges in crosscut applications. This blade is ideal for cutting thick hardwoods, softwoods and thinner stock materials that range in thickness from 3/4" to 3-1/2" for crosscutting, and 1/4" to 1" for ripping. The newly added Perma-SHIELD® non-stick coating protects the blade from heat and pitch build-up, allowing for reduced drag and longer cutting life.