To optimize productivity and blade life it is important to match the material to be cut with the proper blade. The following charts provide general diamond sawing data.
The Blade | ||
Segment Bond Hardness | Cutting Speed | Blade Life |
Harder | Slower | Longer |
Softer | Faster | Shorter |
Diamond Quality | Cutting Speed | Blade Life |
Lower | Slower | Shorter |
Higher | Faster | Longer |
Diamond Concentration | Cutting Speed | Blade Life |
Lower | Faster | Shorter |
Higher | Slower | Longer |
Segment Width | Cutting Speed | Blade Life |
Thinner | Faster | Shorter |
Thicker | Slower | Longer |
The Job | ||
Cutting Depth | Cutting Speed | Blade Life |
Shallow | Slower | Longer |
Deep | Faster | Shorter |
Cutting Pressure (in-feed) | Cutting Speed | Blade Life |
Lower | Slower | Shorter |
Higher | Faster | Longer |
Material Hardness | Cutting Speed | Blade Life |
Harder | Slower | Shorter |
Softer | Faster | Longer |
Material Abrasiveness | Cutting Speed | Blade Life |
More | Faster | Shorter |
Less | Slower | Longer |
Aggregate Size | Cutting Speed | Blade Life |
Larger | Slower | Shorter |
Smaller | Faster | Longer |
MK Diamond Products, Inc., has the professional experience and product line to help you select the proper blade and cutting tool for your job. Call the MK Diamond Customer Service Department at 800-421-5830 or 1-310-539-5158 for more information.