Why Use Diamond Blades?
In today's modern day and age, structures and buildings are often built and with the likes of concrete and other hard metals.
These materials aren't easy to cut.
You can't just grab any regular old saw…
Hard materials need to be cut with an even tougher and stronger material.
That's where the diamond comes in.
Diamond, if you don't know already, is the hardest naturally occurring substance known to man, which is why it's used to cut hard materials like tile, steel, and concrete.
On the mineral hardness scale, diamond comes out on top, have a rating of 10 on the Mohs Hardness scale.
But diamonds are also pretty rare, making them rather pricey.
So when you buy a diamond blade, the blade is actually synthetic (man-made) diamond.
Without a synthetic diamond, it would be virtually impossible to cut hard materials…
These blades also offer multiple advantages over other metal and abrasive blades:
Safer to Use
Last Much Longer
Cut Much Faster
Will Diamond Blades Cut Metal?
Yes, certain diamond blades can cut through metal, but this will depend entirely on the blades application.
Most diamond blades are used to cut through concrete, brick, tile, and asphalt.
But, not all blades are the same.
Different blades mean different applications…
Each blade comes with a different styles, shape, and grooves which come into play in it's ability to cut.
Usually, each blade is specialized to cut a certain material or hardness of materials.
Take for example, the difference in concrete vs asphalt diamond blades.
"Because asphalt is softer than surfaces like concrete, or granite, soft bonded blades won't be effective and typically don't result in clean cuts. Instead, the best tool for asphalt cutting is a diamond blade with a hard bond."
Some blades are universal and can be used to cut through almost all materials.
Before buying any blade, always be sure to do your research and figure out it's application.
Check the product packaging. If you're not sure, ask someone for help in identifying the application/specialization.
Can Diamond Blades Cut Steel?
Steel is one of the strongest metals on the planet.
When it comes to diamond blades, there are a few that can cut through steel.
Certain blades like the Husqvarna High Pro 3 and 5 series are acceptable for cutting through steel bars.
But in general, abrasive saws are betting for cutting steel, not diamond.
Abrasive saws are made of "aluminum oxide grain that is reinforced with two sheets of fiberglass or other insulting material" which is better for grinding through steel.
