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Diamond Saw Blades




Selecting a Diamond Saw Blade



Selecting the best saw blade for your needs requires the consideration of several factors:

1. The type of material to be cut, its value and purpose. The more expensive the material, the thinner the blade you need to use to reduce material loss.

2. The capacity of the saw, its condition, blade RPM and other equipment characteristics. For slabbing, thin blades should only be used on machines that are in good condition and are capable of high RPM's. Thicker blades usually give better service for general slabbing purposes.
3. Production volume to be cut.

4. Operator experience. Generally, thinner blades should only be used by experienced operators as they can be more easily damaged. For school room type conditions, thicker blades will generally last longer.

5. The type of coolant required by both the bade and saw. Some saws and blades should only used with oil, while others can be used with just water or water with a proper additive.
6. Type of blade rim. The diamond edge of the segmented and notched rim blades have an interrupted surface which improves cutting ability and coolant flow. Most larger blades are of this style.

Sintered continuous rim blades mean just that - the edge of the blade has a continuous rim of sintered diamond matrix. Most smaller and thin rimmed blades are either of the sintered continuous or plated rim type.


Guide to Operating Speeds for Blades



The chart below shows the recommended operating range for various sizes of blades. Blade speed should be matched to the blade used and the type of material being cut. In general, harder materials and blades with a thicker rim require slower speeds, while softer materials and blades with thin rims require faster speeds.


Blade Diameter
Inches
Revolutions
Per Minute
Blade Diameter
Inches
Revolutions
Per Minute
4" 2400 - 5700 5" 1900 - 4500
6" 1600 - 3800 7" 1400 - 3200
8" 1200 - 2800 9" 1100 - 2500
10" 950 - 2200 12" 800 - 1900
14" 750 - 1600 16" 700 - 1400
18" 600 - 1200 20" 550 - 1100
24" 450 - 950 30" 350 - 750
36" 300 - 700 - -


Shipping Weight Chart for Saw Blades



Blade Size Shipping Weight Blade Size Shipping Weight
4 - 6" 1 lb 8 - 10" 2 lbs
12" 3 lbs 14" 4 lbs
16" 6 lbs 18" 8 lbs
20" 10 lbs 24" 15 lbs
30" 25 lbs 36" 35 lbs


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MK Diamond Saw Blades Offer Value, Variety



We now carry MK Diamond saw blades, giving you the largest selection of premium quality metal-bonded saw blades available for lapidary. Wether you need a blade for precise trimming of precious gems for faceting or for the slabbing boulders for bookends or large spheres, MK Diamond Products Inc. manufactures a diamond saw blade that will meet your requirements. they are one of the largest manufactureres of diamond blades in the world and have more than fifty years of experience in the industry.

If you are not certain which type of blade you need, please consult the above section on "Selecting a Diamond Saw Blade."

We can also supply MK Diamond Blades for cutting tile, concrete and other applications as well as for lapidary. Please write or call 253-588-2350 (Tacoma, Washington) for quotes.


MK - 297 Criterion



Diameter Core Thickness Rim Thickness Arbor Size Order # Price
6" .025 .050 5/8 x 1/2" 300-0605054-87 us$59.00
8" .032 .065 5/8 x 1/2" 300-0806554-87 us$77.00
10" .040 .075 5/8 x 1/2" 300-10075554-87 us$110.00
12" .050 .085 5/8 x 1/2" 300-1208554-87 us$155.00
14" .050 .085 1 x 3/4" 300-1408586-87 us$188.00
16" .050 .085 1 x 3/4" 300-1608586-87 us$228.00
16" .064 .100 1 x 3/4" 300-1610086-87 us$241.00
18" .064 .100 1 x 3/4" 300-1810086-87 us$282.00
20" .075 .115 1 x 3/4" 300-2011586-87 us$308.00
24" .075 .115 1 x 3/4" 300-2411586-87 us$413.00


MK - 301 Gem King



A superior notched-rim lapidary saw blade with a high concentration of a special type and grade of man-made diamonds in a new formulation that cuts hard materials such as agate and petrified wood with unprecedented speed.

Diameter Core Thickness Rim Thickness Arbor Size Order # Price
10" .025 .060 5/8 x 1/2" 300-1006054-81 us$139.00
12" .032 .065 1 x 3/4" 300-1206586-81 us$162.00
14" .050 .085 1 x 3/4" 300-1408586-81 us$243.00
16" .050 .085 1 x 3/4" 300-1608586-81 us$257.00
18" .064 .100 1 x 3/4" 300-1810086-81 us$378.00
20" .075 .115 1 x 3/4" 300-2011586-81 us$464.00
24" .075 .115 1 x 3/4" 300-2411586-81 us$593.00
24" .105 .145 1 x 3/4" 300-2414586-81 us$688.00
30" .105 .145 1" 300-3014580-81 us$974.00
36" .115 .155 1" 300-3615580-81 us$1385.00


Custom Glass Blades



These blades are designed specifically for the stained glass enthusiast. They contain finer diamond to reduce chipping and leave a smoother cut. The diamond is bonded to a heavy core which reduces the flexing that can cause "wandering". Order the 100-TSB-107 to fit the Genie Trim Saw Attachment. Blades for optical glass and other special applications available. Please call or write us with your requirements.

Diameter Core Thickness Rim Thickness Arbor Size Order # Price
6" .035 .045 5/8" 300-GB06045 us$80.00
8" .032 .045 5/8" 300-GB08050 us$100.00
8" .045 .050 1" 100-TSB-107 us$100.00
10" .050 .062 3/4" 300-GB10062 us$140.00


MK-303 Professional



The MK-303 Professional series of sintered blades are of a premium quality, with a very high diamond concentration. The Professional Blades produce smooth cuts and are used for cutting rare and valuable materials when waste must be held to a minimum and speed of the cut is essential. The Professional diamond blades last longer and will cut faster than ordinary notched-rim diamond blades. The 4" through 14" blades are continuous rim, while the 16" through 36" sizes are segmented rim blades.

Diameter Rim Thickness Arbor Size Order # Price
4" .014 1/2" 300-0401440-83 us$46.00
4" .014 5/8" 300-0401450-83 us$46.00
4" .020 1/2" 300-0402040-83 us$46.00
4" .020 5/8" 300-0402050-83 us$46.00
5" .020 1/2" 300-0502040-83 us$47.00
5" .020 5/8" 300-0502050-83 us$47.00
6" .014 1/2" 300-0601440-83 us$51.00
6" .014 5/8" 300-0601450-83 us$51.00
6" .020 1/2" 300-0602040-83 us$52.00
6" .020 5/8" 300-0602050-83 us$52.00
6" .032 5/8 x 1/2" 300-0604054-83 us$56.00
6" .040 5/8 x 1/2" 300-0604054-83 us$56.00
7" .050 5/8 x 1/2" 300-0705054-83 us$58.00
8" .025 5/8 x 1/2" 300-0802554-83 us$66.00
8" .032 5/8 x 1/2" 300-0803254-83 us$68.00
8" .060 5/8 x 1/2" 300-0806054-83 us$84.00
9" .060 5/8 x 1/2" 300-0906054-83 us$89.00
10" .032 5/8 x 1/2" 300-1003254-83 us$73.00
10" .040 5/8 x 1/2" 300-1004054-83 us$76.00
10" .050 5/8 x 1/2" 300-1005054-83 us$99.00
12" .065 1 x 3/4" 300-1206586-83 us$182.00
14" .070 1 x 3/4" 300-1407086-83 us$207.00
16" .085 1 x 3/4" 300-1608586-83 us$277.00
18" .085 1 x 3/4" 300-1808586-83 us$326.00
20" .100 1 x 3/4" 300-2010086-83 us$420.00
24" .100 1 x 3/4" 300-2410086-83 us$718.00
30" .125 1" 300-3012580-83 us$1025.00
36" .200 1" 300-3612580-83 us$1579.00


MK - 1000 Saber



The Saber blades are ultra-thin, stainless steel that will conserve gem materials and hold waste to a minimum. This makes them an ideal choice for such precious materials as Sapphire, Jade, Ruby and Opal. The ultra-thin rim cuts with little chipping and leaves a remarkably smooth surface requiring less polishing time.

Diameter Core Thickness Arbor Size Order # Price
4" .004 1/2" 300-0400440-80 us$25.00
4" .004 5/8" 300-0400450-80 us$25.00
6" .006 1/2" 300-0600640-80 us$30.00
6" .006 5/8" 300-0600650-80 us$30.00
8" .012 5/8" 300-0801250-80 us$44.00
10" .015 5/8" 300-1001550-80 us$60.00



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