If you begin looking for a diamond blade to cut porcelain tiles you will quickly discover that there are many options. Some blades designed for use on tile saws are labeled as ‘ceramic blades’, others are called ‘porcelain tile blades’, and others are designated as ’tile blades’. This can make choosing the right blades for cutting ceramic surfaces, porcelain tiles, or other sintered materials a challenge. Why is that the case?
Porcelain Ceramic Blade Styles
One reason selecting which blade to use can be tricky is that there are several design elements present on each blade. For example, there are continuous-rim porcelain blades, turbo blades for cutting ceramic materials, and even ultra-thin porcelain blades. Additionally, each blade has specific characteristics that distinguish it from its peers. But Why some many different blade styles? The answer comes down to determining what kind of performance measures are important to the one using the blade.
Measuring Blade Performance
The performance of Each professional is measured a bit differently from others. For example, one installer may focus more on productivity by keeping a close eye on the speed at which a blade cuts. Another might want a blade that lasts a long time because he or she feels that it is the best option for the budget. Still another professional may want a blade that produces a cut with the least amount of chips.
The visible differences in porcelain diamond blades are elements that address some of these concerns and others as well. Why are porcelain blades visually different from other blades that cut hard materials?
Ceramic Porcelain Continuous Rim Blades
One of the issues that come up when working with porcelain or ceramic material is that the material is so hard that it can be easily chipped during the cutting and shaping process. Another factor that can affect the process of working with these materials is the heat that can be generated by the friction of the blade cutting the material.
