Freud 120 mm Split Scoring Saw Blade (LI16MAA3)
Freud 120 mm Split Scoring Saw Blade (LI16MAA3)
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Key Features
Overview
The Freud LI16MAA3 120mm Split Scoring Saw Blade is a panel scoring blade made for sizing machines and sliding table saw setups that use a separate scoring blade ahead of the main blade. This is a split scoring saw blade designed for scoring coated panels before the main cut. Model Number: LI16MAA3. If you work with laminate, melamine, veneered plywood, particle board, chipboard, fiber board, MDF, or OSB, this blade is built to help you get cleaner edges with less surface breakout.
What matters here is the split scoring design and adjustable 1/8" to 1/8" (2.8 to 3.6 mm) kerf. Instead of relying on spacers, thickness adjustment is controlled by the machine. That is a practical advantage in a production shop because it speeds setup changes and makes it easier to dial in the score width to match the main blade. When your scoring pass is matched correctly, the top surface stays cleaner and the finish work after the cut gets a lot easier.
The 4-3/4" (120 mm) diameter, 20 mm arbor, 12+12 tooth layout, and 11 degree hook angle put this blade squarely in the category of dedicated scoring blades for panel work, not general circular saw blades. Freud also calls out an ATB tooth design with a 5 degree tooth geometry and positive cutting angle. In plain terms, this blade is built to make a shallow, controlled scoring pass in finished sheet goods where edge quality matters more than rough stock removal.
Freud adds its Silver I.C.E. coating to help keep the blade surface cleaner and cooler. That matters on coated materials because buildup can change how the blade tracks and cut quality can fall off as heat and residue increase. A blade that stays cleaner usually keeps its cut more consistent through repeated panel work, especially in shop environments where sheet stock runs all day.
From a machine-fit standpoint, this blade is intended for sizing machines that support split scoring blades and machine-controlled thickness adjustment. It is also shown for use in panel sizing and sliding table saw applications. The blade body is marked for a maximum speed of 15,000 RPM, and the blade itself is marked made in Italy. Those are the kinds of details buyers usually want to confirm when matching a scoring blade to a production saw setup.
Who is this for? Cabinet shops, millwork shops, panel processors, and serious woodworkers running dedicated panel equipment. If your work includes finished sheet goods and you need cleaner top-face edges before the main blade follows through, the Freud LI16MAA3 makes sense. If you are looking for an all-purpose saw blade for handheld saws or jobsite table saws, this is not that tool. This is a specialized scoring blade for shops that need clean panel cutting and a blade that matches a scoring system properly.
Cleaner Cuts in Coated Panels
This blade is built to do one job well: score the surface of finished sheet goods before the main blade makes the full cut. That extra step is what helps keep laminates, melamine faces, and veneered panels from blowing out at the edge.
- Designed for cutting coated panels on sizing machines
- Works especially well where edge finish matters on panel sizing
Dial In the Score Width
The adjustable kerf range is the real selling point for shops trying to match the scoring pass to the main blade exactly. On the right machine, the thickness adjustment is handled by the saw, so you can make setup changes without dealing with spacer stacks.
- Adjustable kerf range: 1/8" to 1/8" (2.8 to 3.6 mm)
- No spacers required when used with compatible machine-controlled adjustment
What's in the Box
- (1) Freud LI16MAA3 Scoring (Split) Saw Blade
Key Specifications
| Diameter | 4-3/4" (120 mm) |
|---|---|
| Arbor Size | 13/16" (20 mm) |
| Tooth Count | 12 + 12 |
| Kerf Range | 1/8" to 1/8" (2.8 to 3.6 mm) |
| Plate Thickness | 1/8" (3.6 mm) |
| Hook Angle | 11° |
| Max Speed | 15,000 RPM |
| Made In | Italy |
Compatibility
Built For
Pro Tip
When you set up a split scoring blade like the LI16MAA3, spend the extra few minutes matching the score width to the main blade kerf before production runs. That is the difference between a truly clean laminate edge and a panel that still needs cleanup.
At a Glance
Tool Nut's Take
Freud LI16MAA3 120mm Split Scoring Saw Blade for shops that care about panel edges
This is a specialized blade for a specific setup, and that is exactly why the right buyer will appreciate it.
- Who it's for: Cabinet shops, millwork shops, and serious panel-processing users running sizing machines or sliding table saw systems with a scoring blade setup.
- Why it stands out: The adjustable 1/8" to 1/8" (2.8 to 3.6 mm) kerf and no-spacer machine-controlled adjustment are the big value here, especially if you switch panel materials or main blade setups and need the score cut dialed in.
- Worth knowing: This is not a general-purpose saw blade. It is a dedicated scoring blade, so make sure your machine uses a 20 mm arbor scoring system and supports this style of split scoring setup.
Common Questions
- What is this blade designed to cut? It is designed for scoring coated panels such as laminate, melamine, veneered plywood, MDF, OSB, particle board, chipboard, and fiber board before the main blade makes the full cut.
- What arbor size does it use? The Freud LI16MAA3 uses a 20 mm arbor.
- Is the kerf fixed or adjustable? It has an adjustable kerf range from 1/8" to 1/8" (2.8 to 3.6 mm), with thickness adjustment controlled by the machine rather than spacers.
- What type of machine is it made for? This split scoring blade is intended for sizing machines and panel cutting systems that use a dedicated scoring blade ahead of the main blade.
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