There is always danger involved when cutting with any type of tool. Whether wet-cutting, or dry-cutting, the diamond blade is no exception.
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Wet-cutting is when you use diamond blades with sufficient water making a cut. Water is used to wash away the dust that could otherwise harm the body. It also extends the life of the blade. But at times where there is a shortage of water, you may still be able to cut. This is dry-cutting, and for the aforementioned reason, it calls for much caution. Other reasons for doing dry-cutting are: the workplace has to be kept dry, and when the use of water is prohibited as in electrical power tools. Truth is, dry-cutting even has advantages over wet-cutting: no need to clean slurry, you can actually make cleaner cuts, and of course, you can cut even without a reliable water source.
Here are a few pointers for when you have to use your diamond blade in the absence of water:
Get a blade that is made specifically for dry-cutting. Yes, there are diamond blades that are specifically made for dry-cutting, and this you have to ask the store personnel. The reason behind it is that water for water-cutting effectively cools the blade, and may ultimately weaken the blade. If the segments break off in the middle of an operation, the worker may get injured.
Dry-cutting entails a different kind of cutting. Naturally, the process of cutting will differ from wet-cutting. What you need to do is cut a portion at a time, and sporadically take the diamond blade out to let it cool down.
Never forget to wear the necessary safety gears and equipment. As I have highlighted countless times in the past (something I will never get tired of doing), always wear the proper safety gear when doing any type of work. When dry-cutting, for example, wear a respirator. Because of the absence of water to wash away dust, you will have to wear a respirator or face mask to avoid the inhalation of dust. Of course, dust inhalation can cause unimaginable health problems for you and the people around you.
Like I said, dry-cutting also has some advantages, and there may come a time when you really have to cut without water. I hope this blog helps to get you ready and keep you and your loved ones out of harm’s way.
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