Increasing the Life of your Saw Blade

Saw blades are an integral part of the steel fabrication process, thus maximising the life of your saw blade increases profits and decreasing the downtime of your working process. In this article, we’ll give you some helpful tips on how to increase the life of your saw blade.

Take your Time

Allow the rotation of the blade to reach its full speed before cutting and don’t push the saw as the blade cuts through the material. Take your time and let the teeth make the cut and pull the saw forward.

Using the Entire Blade

Allow the blade to reach as far out as possible and use a straight edge of some sort to make the cut. This expands the surface of the area of the blade being used and spreads the work evenly across the blade.

Secure the Material

Before you cut anything with your saw, make sure that the material to be cut is secured. Clamp the material well to avoid vibration and spinning. Such motion creates unnecessary work for the blade.

Cooling the blade

High temperatures lead to premature cutting and deformation of the HSS saw blade. It is essential to use the right coolant according to the machine, the blade and the material you are cutting.

Proper Grinding Time

Grinding the blade is one of the most effective ways to extend the life of your saw blade and keep their sharpness throughout the cutting process. It is important to adhere the appropriate grinding time whether you are using HSS saw blade or the common TCT or Tungsten Carbide Tip. As you go on with the process, make sure to pay attention to the blade’s condition. If there are abnormalities such as weird noises during the process, it’s proper to seek professional advice or grinding services.

Specialty Saws offers a new line of circular saw blades - the Fly-High Tech Coldsaw blade. Known for its durability and endurance, these cold saw blades are exceptional for all kinds of metal cutting processes. Each blade comes with special coating designed to reduce cycle time and increase blade life. With the increased sawing performance, you can expect clean, precise and reliable cuts every time.