Once considered taboo ad even dangerous, using carbide tipped circular saw blades for ferrous cutting applications has become quite popular. The decreasing prices of throw-away style imported blades and the manufacture of machines for this specific application have been primary contributors to this industry shift. The benefits of using carbide tipped saw blades to cut steel include faster feed rates and longer blade life. But take caution! In industrial applications, carbide tipped ferrous cutting blades must be used in very controlled environments (well-clamped material with appropriate flood coolant and correct machine RPM and feed rate), generally on special machines that are made for specific applications - like this tube cutoff operation to the right.

Another revolutionary product to hit the market in recent years is the carbide tipped ferrous cutting circular saw blade with the contractor in mind. These blades up to 14" diameter are designed for low-RPM chop saws and hand-held corded and cordless saws. The Metal Devil (below) is a good example of this style blade. The unique tungsten carbide / titanium carbide blended cutting tips do not transfer heat and maintain a sharp edge for long life expectancy. Click here to see the Metal Devil blade in action.

Industrial Carbide can provide you with the best selection of new blades - both industrial and contractor-grade ferrous cutting carbide tipped saw blades - and sharpening / repair work. Click here for a list of our standard carbide tipped blades. If we don't have a standard blade to meet your needs, we'll manufacture the blade for your application. Click here for sharpening / repair information. Call us today to get the ball rolling.

Please, whichever blade you end up using for your application, follow all safety precautions. Find out your machine RPM, and do not use a blade that is not designed for your machine. Call us today, and we can recommend the right blade for your machine.