Need To Know How To Specify a Diamond Tool? Ask The Right Questions.

What is the primary material that needs to be cut?
Will water be used to provide cooling for the blade?
What kind of equipment will be used?
What is the arbor size of the equipment?
How large is the job to be completed?

What is the primary material that needs to be cut?

We have organized our catalog so that the material being cut runs along the top of each page. Various materials include cured concrete, asphalt, green concrete, brick, block and granite or marble.

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Will water be used to provide cooling for the blade?

In our catalog, sections marked in blue require water during use. All sections in black mean that water is not necessary. In most applications, water will improve the life of the blade.

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What kind of equipment will be used?

The equipment used with diamond blades have specific power ratings and only certain blades and core bits will work on certain types of equipment. Equipment varies from cut off saws to 65 HP walk behind saws.

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What is the arbor size of the equipment?

It is important that the arbor of the product fits correctly on the equipment. A one inch and a 20mm arbor are very common; However, it is always good to check the arbor size. Also, some arbors are threaded.

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How large is the job to be completed?

This will determine the type and quality of the product you will need as very large projects need a more superior bond and diamond height.

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