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A diamond blade is the finest instrument for slicing through strong materials like stone, porcelain, concrete, asphalt, and more. Even though diamond blades are referred to as cuts, they grind through materials. The blades are made of synthetic diamond particles combined with several powdered metals to form a solid bond. This composition combines a strong steel core to create a tough blade ideal for industrial and construction applications.

In this article, we'll describe the many categories of diamond blades and offer some general advice for using each one.

Diamond Blades

For non-metallic, abrasive materials like concrete, stone, ceramics, and other challenging materials to grind, diamond is the right option. It is less effective than CBN at cutting steel and metals. A premium diamond blade is required whether sawing concrete, drilling holes in porcelain, or creating precise cuts in fiberglass.

The benefits of employing diamond blades are numerous, and they outperform traditional abrasive wheels and other cutting blades that cannot make precise cuts. The right diamond blade for cutting stone should be chosen just as carefully as the right saw. Diamond blades provide long service life and quick cutting when properly matched to the task. However, using the wrong knife or a saw that rotates the edge too quickly can reduce blade life and cut costs.

Diamond blades come in the proper sizes and performance ranges, but choosing the right edge is difficult. Depending on quality, blade prices range greatly and might reach thousands of dollars. Although getting a less expensive blade may be tempting, it is probably smarter to choose a more expensive, high-performance blade that is made to last longer.

Many things, including influence blade's life

• Saw speed

• Concrete characteristics

• Blade quality

Productivity and economy can be increased by understanding how a diamond blade functions and the characteristics that determine blade life and performance.

Types Of Diamond Blades & Their Uses

Here are three different types of diamond saw blades and their applications.

1. Segmented Rim Blades 

Overheating is one of the most serious issues with diamond saw blades. Your resources will be crucial, so decide which saw blade you want to use. When you don't have access to water to cool your blade, the segmented rim blade comes in handy.

This blade type often has a deep groove between 10 to 14 segments. As previously said, this blade can be a viable choice if you don't have access to water because the tracks in the rim allow for enough heat transfer.

Careless use of the blade can cause it to become too hot. These blades are frequently employed for grinding bricks and concrete.

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2. Turbo Rim Blades 

Due to the segmented rim blade, the turbo rim blade has several characteristics in common. The anatomy of the blades is essentially the same, even if they appear to be very different. The turbo rim blade is divided into pieces for better heat transfer and contains relief holes.

One of the key differences between the turbo rim and the segmented rim blades is how the turbo rim handles heat. Wet or dry running of the turbo rim is common because the grooves on the segmented rim blade provide for improved heat distribution, and the holes within the blade function similarly to an equivalent.

The turbo rim can cut brick and concrete and functions very similarly to the segmented rim blade. The turbo rim can also cut thicker limestone materials, unlike the segmented rim. Compared to movies with segmented rims, which have broken inside the rim, this one is crisp and clean-framed.

3. Continuous Rim Blades 

Since there is no built-in heat distribution or fan-like characteristics to pump air over the blade, this sort of blade is commonly referred to as a "wet cut blade." Due to the lack of an internal heat distribution system, these blades are typically relatively flat and have few features. You would operate these blades with water flowing over them. The water is used to wash away dust from the surrounding area, keeping your equipment clean and extending its lifespan.

While cutting marble, granite, porcelain tile, and ceramic tile, the continuous rim blade may provide a clean edge. Additionally, it is one of the slowest cutting blades available for this type.

Hope this article will assist you in selecting the most suitable diamond blade for your project.

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Professional tile setters almost certainly have run into a situation where they need to cut a new type of material they are setting. This can range from thicker or harder porcelain, delicate glass tiles or a mixed material mosaic sheets that can have everything from tile to aluminum. Depending on what the customer or designed wants installed, the tiler needs to decide the best way to cut the tile to fit wall or floor installations.

With all the different types of diamond blades in the market, how do we decide which is best for our job? This is dictated by the type of material you are cutting and the tool being used to cut the material. Once you have determined the kind of tile and the tool you are using, the next thing to consider is what type of diamond blade for cutting.

Types of Diamond Blades for Tile

For all intents and purposes, we will talk about 3 different types of diamond blades: continuous rim, segmented and turbo rim blades. Below you will get a brief overview of these types of diamond blades (NOTE: this is general information to guide you towards the best blade for the job, if you have more intensive questions regarding diamond blades, please contact our sales team at customerservice@thetoollocker.com).

Continuous Rim Blades

Continuous rim diamond blades are usually equipped with a softer bond that cuts through material that can chip easily, such as porcelain, ceramic, granite, stone and glass tile. The solid continuous edge works to make a flush cut without any chipping Most continuous rim blades are designed for wet cutting with a water feed system. These blades can range from 4" - 14" and can be used on angle grinders, hand-held saws and wet tile saws. Some continuous rim blades, such as the T3 Razor Blades , are equipped with a slot (not a segment) that assists in heat reduction during the cut to increased blade life.

Segmented Blades

Segmented blades offer a more durable, longer life blade with a medium to hard bond for wet or dry cutting of materials. Most segmented blades create a fast smooth cut with the potential for chipping. The segmented style is perfect for marble/granite slabs, concrete, asphalt, brick, block and other building materials. Segmented blades are usually larger in size, 10" - 14", and used on masonry saws, concrete walk-behind saws and cut-off saws. The segments, sometimes referred to as gullets, work to improve air flow and remove slurry as the blade cuts to maintain cutting performance and increasing blade life.

Turbo Rim Blades

The new turbo rim blades feature a continuous rim with a serrated, mesh-style edge for faster cutting speeds and a smooth cut. Turbo blades usually have soft to medium bonds to handle a wide variety of materials such as ceramic, stone, marble, granite masonry and other building materials. These blades range in size from 4" - 10" and are used with angle grinders, hand-held saws and wet tile saws. The turbo rim cuts faster either wet or dry by removing the material quickly while still leaving a smooth finish.

What are Diamond Bonds?

Diamond is bonded to the metal of the diamond blade and determine the rate of diamond exposure during cutting. Bond strength will determine which materials the blade can cut best. If you have harder, denser materials (porcelain tile), use a softer bond diamond blade that can expose diamond easier for a fresh cut and a smooth finish without chipping. If you have a softer, more porous material (asphalt, green concrete), use a harder bond diamond blade that can handle the abrasive nature of soft materials, for long-lasting blade life.

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