Selecting the right circular saw blade is crucial for achieving clean, precise cuts and optimising your cutting speed and blade lifespan. The GoldCut Circular Saw Blade Selection Guide by Selmach Machinery offers comprehensive advice on choosing the best saw blade for various materials, ensuring efficient and quality results in every cut.
Whats Inside:
Key Considerations for Selecting a Circular Saw Blade
The guide emphasises several factors to consider when choosing the right blade:
- Material Type: Different materials, such as mild steel, stainless steel, or cast iron, require specific tooth pitches and speeds for best results.
- Cross-Section and Thickness: Both the type and thickness of the material influence the ideal blade geometry and pitch.
- Lubrication Type: Lubrication can impact the blade’s lifespan and cutting performance, particularly when working with harder materials.
Tooth Pitch Selector Guide
The GoldCut guide provides a detailed Tooth Pitch Selector chart, which matches material types and thicknesses to the correct tooth pitch. For instance:
- Thin Tubing: A 3mm pitch is generally suitable for mild steel tubes under 1mm thickness, while a 6mm pitch is recommended for thicker tubes.
- Solid Sections: For mild steel sections measuring 10-20mm, a 5mm pitch is advised. Larger sections, such as those 110-130mm in size, benefit from a 16mm pitch for smooth and efficient cutting.
Feed and Speed Recommendations
Proper feed rates and speeds are essential for maximising blade life and achieving a smooth cut. The guide provides recommended feed speeds (in mm/min) for different materials and blade diameters, ensuring each material is cut at optimal rates. For example, a 200mm saw cutting mild steel should run between 45-80 RPM, while aluminium requires higher speeds of 950-1500 RPM. These recommendations help operators minimise wear on the blade and reduce the risk of overheating or damage during cutting.
Blade Dimensions and Tooth Forms
The GoldCut range offers various blade dimensions and tooth forms to suit different applications. Key options include:
- Blade Sizes: Available in sizes from 200mm up to 500mm, covering a wide range of cutting needs.
- Tooth Forms: Blades are available with BW and C tooth forms, ideal for cutting both tubes and solid materials. Each form is designed to provide a clean cut and manage heat dissipation effectively, which is particularly useful for high-speed applications.
Conclusion
Our GoldCut Circular Saw Blade Guide is an invaluable resource for any workshop, providing guidance on blade selection to enhance cut quality, efficiency, and blade longevity. By selecting the correct tooth pitch, feed rate, and speed, users can achieve superior results across a variety of materials. For expert assistance, our Consumables team is always on hand to help find the ideal blade for your specific needs.
Published 12th November 2024