Stone Cutting Blades
Stone Cutting Blades
- turbo/ segmented
- wet/dry performance
- cooling slots
- long-lasting design
- mid-level pricing
- segmented blade design
- concrete, natural stone, granite, pavers
Stone cutting blades are specialized circular saw blades that utilize industrial diamond particles to grind through hard, dense materials, such as stone, concrete, and masonry. The right blade for a project depends on the specific material, desired cut quality, and whether you are using a wet or dry cutting method.
After 25 years of buying and testing numerous stone blades on the market for use in our own landscape company, we decided to take all the best features we liked and design our own product. KIFE segmented stone cutting blades were designed specifically to be long-lasting while providing maximum cutting longevity and speed performance. We designed the blades to run cool by adding air holes. Larger segments and diamonds provide a product that's long-lasting and high-performance. Our main concern was price versus performance.We tested these blades against expensive blades and mid-level costing blades. The comparison against the expensive blades was very close in quality, except ours lasted longer.Against the mid-level blade, there was no comparison...our blades performed faster and lasted 2.5 times longer.
Wet vs. Dry Cutting
The choice between wet and dry cutting depends on the material, desired finish, and the saw itself. Wet cutting is used with continuous rim blades on a wet saw, where a constant flow of water cools the blade and suppresses dust.
WET
Advantages: Prolongs blade life, minimizes chipping for cleaner cuts, and reduces airborne silica dust, a significant health hazard.
Disadvantages: Can be messier and requires more setup.Dry cutting is performed with segmented or turbo blades on tools like an angle grinder or circular saw.
DRY
Advantages: Allows for quick, convenient cuts on the jobsite.
Disadvantages: Creates a large amount of hazardous silica dust, requires appropriate respiratory protection, and can overheat and shorten the life of blades not designed for dry cutting.
Safety precautions for stone cutting
Always prioritize safety when cutting stone, as it can be a dangerous process.
Wear personal protective equipment (PPE): This includes safety glasses, hearing protection, a dust mask or respirator (especially for dry cutting), and gloves.
Use the right tool: Match the blade to the appropriate power tool and ensure it is properly installed.
Never use a blade designed for wet cutting without water.
Secure your material: Clamp or brace the stone firmly to prevent it from shifting during the cut, which can cause kickback.