FAQs

What type of Blade do I need?

In most cases, the material you are cutting will determine the type of diamond blade you want. However, for simple, everyday jobs, a general purpose blade may do the trick. General purpose blades are designed to cut through tile, iron pipe and a variety of other materials. These blades are perfect for your everyday DIY jobs around the house using a smaller, handheld saw.

Refractory blades are designed to cut through hard surfaces such as brick. These blades are very soft in order to expose the diamond segments faster for a quick and easy cut.

Tile saw blades help perform crisp, straight cuts for commercial and residential projects. Tile saw diamond blades are the best way to get this look quickly and efficiently. A variety of diameter sizes are available to accommodate any job you may encounter (4-14 inches).

Wall saw blades can be used in a variety of wall cutting applications. They are typically purchased in a set of 3-6 blades to achieve a set cutting action which protects the wall saw motor and creates a better cut.

Do you need a wet or dry diamond blade?

When deciding on cutting wet or dry, consider the job requirements and your specific preferences. Dry blades are good for indoor use where it is necessary to keep the working area dry. Dry blades do, however, omit some dust and are not intended for extended use, but rather shorter, shallower cuts, such as decorative cuts. Wet blades help reduce dust, but require containment of slurry. Wet blades are typically used in walk-behind saws for making deeper cuts in cured concrete or asphalt because the water-cooling allows for longer, deeper cutting. Ring saw blades are designed specifically for the Target Partner ring saw. Ring saws have a 14” diameter to easily cut through concrete or rebar reinforced concrete.

It is possible to use a dry blade with water, but it is never a good idea to use a wet blade dry. Wet blades must be cooled to avoid blade deterioration and warping. Before deciding wet or dry, make sure your saw equipment is compatible. Wet saws are equipped with water tanks and hoses.

What arbor size do I need for my diamond blade?

Arbor size refers to the size of the corresponding saw equipment’s axis that the blade will slide over and lock into. Without an adapter, saw and blade arbor size must match to be compatible. Common arbor sizes are 1 inch and 20 mm. Always confirm arbor size compatibility before deciding on a particular blade. Also check your saws blade guard capacity and if your saw has a drive pin, get a blade with an extra hole to receive the pin.

How can you get a longer life from your diamond blades?

Constantly replacing diamond blades can become quite an expense. For this reason you may want to consider following easy guidelines to get more out of your diamond blades.

First, never force materials into the blade, a diamond blade is designed to cut with ease and forcing through materials will only increase wear. Cleaning your wet diamond blades often will reduce wear from particles in dirty water. Using slower speeds on your saw to make intricate cuts will eliminate unnecessary blade deterioration. Sharpening diamond blades frequently helps to expose unused layers of diamond beneath the worn surface. Clean diamond blades immediately after cutting through adhesives by running through a clean stone.

Ultimately, diamond blade life will depend on the material hardness, density, and cutting depth, but these steps will help reduce wear and tear. Tuck point blades allow you to prepare brick, block, and pavers for new joints and brick cleaning. Tuck point blades typically run dry and are available in diameter sizes 4 and 4 1/2 inches. Tuck point blades are commonly used to repair cracks in mortar.



Glossary & Hints



Diamond blades are used to cut materials like concrete, brick, block, and stone. Diamond blades are made up of a steel core and diamond segments which are composed of metal mixed with diamond crystals. These diamond segments are either brazed or laser-welded to the diamond blade core. A particular blade’s properties are determined by the specific job you want to do with the blade. There are diamond blades available to accommodate any stone or block cutting job you may encounter.

Concrete and Masonry Blades

Concrete diamond blades are the strongest blades in the industry. Used for the toughest and deepest cuts, concrete blades are designed for various job sizes and either wet or dry applications. Concrete and masonry blades are typically more expensive because of the size and the comprehensive diamond segment design.

General Purpose Blades

General purpose blades are designed to cut through tile, iron pipe and a variety of other materials. These blades are perfect for your everyday DIY jobs around the house using a smaller, handheld saw.

Polishing Tools

Pads, buffing discs, and floor grinder discs are all types of stone polishing tools. Polishing tools are available in various grits ad sizes and can be mounted by glue or velcro to your angle grinder or hand polisher. Possible applications include: smooth surfacing concrete, epoxy removal, pre-finishing stone, polishing stone, and many more.

Refractory Blades

Refractory blades are designed to cut through hard surfaces such as brick. These blades are very soft in order to expose the diamond segments faster for a quick and easy cut.

Ring Saw Blades

Ring saw blades are designed specifically for the Target Partner ring saw. Ring saws have a 14” diameter to easily cut through concrete or rebar reinforced concrete.

Scarifier Accessories

Scarifier accessories include cutters, spacers, drums and brush kits. Applications include: removing paint, epoxies, dust, and cutting carbide and steel.

Tile Saw Blades

Tile saw blades help perform crisp, straight cuts for commercial and residential projects. Diamond blade tile saw blades are the best way to get this look quickly and efficiently. A variety of diameter sizes are available to accommodate any job you may encounter (4-14 inches).

Tuck Point Blades

Tuck point blades allow you to prepare brick, block, and pavers for new joints and brick cleaning. Tuck point blades typically run dry and are available in diameter sizes 4 and 4 1/2 inches. Tuck point blades are commonly used to repair cracks in mortar.

Wall Saw Blades

Wall saw blades can be used in a variety of wall cutting applications. They are typically purchased in a set of 3-6 blades to achieve a set cutting action which protects the wall saw motor and creates a better cut.