How to use diamond blades safely

Date: 12-12-2019

 

Diamond blades should be handled with utmost care at all times. These tools are not just handy and efficient; using them can be hazardous, too.

Safety should be a priority whenever you are using diamond cutting tools. The consequences of improper use are inconvenient at best and very grave at worst.

Here are some safety guidelines when using diamond blades:

Wear proper protective equipment at all times.

Before you begin, make sure that you are equipped with proper safety gear. This includes the following:

  • Non-fogging and amply vented safety goggles and headgear
  • Snugly-fitting clothes that do not disturb the free movement of your hands
  • Sturdy gloves and robust boots with non-slip soles
  • Proper respiratory equipment

Refrain from wearing accessories to prevent injury and accidents.

Install the blade properly.

Be careful not to spin the blade in the wrong direction. The blade can still cut if it is turning the wrong way; however, the diamonds will be eaten up faster.

Pay attention to the directional arrows labelled on the blade, to ensure that the product is installed correctly and spins in its intended direction.

Use the right blade for the right job

There are specific types of diamond blades for concrete and masonry. General purpose blades can cover a range of cutting tasks; however, application-specific blades are engineered to meet the needs of a specific job.

When choosing the right blade for a specific task, you need to identify the material you will be cutting, which type of cutting equipment will be used, the amount of cutting that needs to be done and how fast you need to finish the job.

We have prepared a helpful guide for you to know which specific blade is best suited for a particular type of material.

Use a wet blade only when the surface is wet.

Wet cutting involves using water as an assistive agent in cutting through thick tiles, reinforced concrete, bricks and other masonries. Dry cutting, on the other hand, is meant for intermittent and shorter-scale cutting.

Keep in mind that wet blades are not meant for dry cutting. The friction of concrete and asphalt can rapidly burn up the blade when used dry. In contrast, dry blades can be used wet, and doing so can increase worker productivity and the blade’s lifespan.

Our product range includes blades that can be used for both wet and dry cutting. Our diamond tools are designed for durability and improved productivity, and our products deliver high precision and quality results.

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