Cutting blades

Description

The most common types of cutting discs, categorized by the material they are designed to cut:

1. Abrasive Cutting Discs (Grinding Wheels)
   These are the most common and versatile type of cutting disc. They are made from abrasive grains (like aluminum oxide or silicon carbide) bonded together by a resin. They work by grinding away material.
   • Primary Use: Cutting metal (steel, iron, stainless steel, aluminum), masonry (concrete, brick, stone), and some plastics.
2. Diamond Cutting Blades (Diamond Saw Blades)
   These are the kings of cutting hard materials. They consist of a metal disc with industrial diamonds bonded to the cutting edge.
   • Primary Use: Cutting very hard materials like concrete, stone, granite, tile, porcelain, brick, and some specialized metals.
3. Carbide-Tipped Blades
   These blades have small, hardened carbide tips brazed onto the teeth of a metal disc.
   • Primary Use: Cutting wood, plastics, and some non-ferrous metals.

In summary, the most basic types of cutting discs are:

• Abrasive discs for general metal and masonry cutting
• Diamond blades for extremely hard materials like concrete and stone
• Carbide-tipped blades for wood and plastics

Always consult the disc’s packaging for specific application guidelines.