What makes a diamond blade stop cutting?
The most common reason for a diamond blade to stop cutting is usually a misapplication. On harder materials which have little or no abrasiveness a loss of cutting speed will most often be encountered . Hard bonded diamond blades used on hard materials will not wear properly. The reason is that it cannot wear away at a rate quick enough to keep diamond exposed and keep cutting the hard material. What is the difference between a wet blade and a dry blade? The main difference is the way the diamond matrix is attached to the core. Wet blades are brazed, while dry blades are generally laser welded. Laser welding has a higher melting point. Another difference is the bond. Dry blades usually have a slightly softer bond to allow easier cutting without water to cool and lubricate the cut. Why shouldn’t I use my concrete or brick diamond blade to cut block or asphalt? Hard concrete and brick are hard to cut and low in abrasiveness. A diamond blade designed for these materials must have a softer
