any body put a diamond blade on this thing and how did it perform?
1082865
I haven't tried a diamond blade but the grinding wheel it comes with is pretty good at grinding steel.
1082866
Actually I did do that when cutting slabs of cement for a wall. The tool performed just fine. I just didn't like the thickness of the blade and considered it a waste of my time so went back to the thinner masonry blades, not to mention what a waste of money on the diamond blade. Perhaps you found a different blade than what was available here.
1712439
I think you can use a diamond bit masonary blade that should be able do the job. Take it slow when you are cutting.
18821
Sir! I used this little machine in solid pine and 1/4" plywood where the cut quality did not matter. Seems to be cutting ok., but you might need to change the blade to get better cut, such as more tooth on the blade.
1513105
I've used this grinder to cut 1/2 in Hardiebacker when doing bathroom remodels. I use a cutoff/wafer wheel which isn't ideal for this use but it works. In my opinion it had adequate power but the fully charged battery lasted roughly 20 mins of almost continuous use (I cut about 4 sheets for a tub surround). So, to answer your question, I know it will cut concrete with a diamond wheel, but if I needed to use it continuously for an extended period of time I'd go with something corded which is the case with most battery powered saws/grinders. I hope this helps.
1615399
No I haven't. It's a great knife, very good quality. The best I have ever had. They are serious about sharpening with that wetstone though.
869406
The blade is pretty think. It feels very study. I dropped mine tip down on concrete from about 4ft and the tip slightly chipped. 5 minutes on the stone fixed it perfectly.
897663
I recommend going to Home Depot or Menards and purchasing a diamond blade that will cut various material. It's not going to be an inexpensive item but it will last for ever if you take care of it. This saw has 5/8" arbor so make sure you tell them upfront so you get the right one. I've always found that a smooth diamond blade and cutting oil are the best way to cut metal on a miter saw. Good luck!
1460959
Yes, I did and it did not work and I try it on discharge and it did not cut that good . I finally took it out and install the old blade back and all my problems were solve.
2118141
No, it is just a piece of steel with diamond dust embedded on one side. Other than it's weight, it is safe to use.
799620
I've had mine for about a year so far, and had very minimal problems with it. Actually I'm pretty impressed with it after 50+ projects. However, I doubt that it has the motor strength to carve stone with it. Your best bet would be to speak with Dan at Oliver Machinery, he'll be able to tell you for sure. I'd agree with the statement that it is a hobby machine, not for production.
1002112
Anyone have any idea of the metal allows used in the unit? Of course you don't mind so much what the main shaft is made up, but I'm curious what the blade itself is make of..
46381
It comes with a Dianond blade for cutting ceramic tile. I use the drop in method and try torning the tileover and cut on the back side.But Im thinking of no chip out on the front.Try the front too. See how that turns out. It is out in my tool house tonight.Ill look at it tomorrow and see what's printedanywhere I can see it. The rpm you want.I love it. Sure made short work of Hardi siding.
1049766
no not possible comes with two blades one diamond and the other for cutting wood and it has a mitre attachment
1577117
I have drilled holes into it successfully (also got it for a project, rather than its intended purpose). It is heavy duty plastic, probably a quarter inch or more thick, so while a good power saw of some form with a sharp blade could likely cut it, if you are using a hand saw or a dremel you will be at it a while
2230737
I don't cut much stone, so I'm not sure. With the right diamond blade, and dry cutting, it would work for occasional cutting, but for "a lot", I would check with a stone man. I see it done on the job site, mostly with angle grinders with diamond blade. I'm not sure what they cut with in the shop.
793986
yes it comes with a 12 inch good quality diamond blade, a wrench, a vacuum adapter tube thing, and 2 different sizes of arbors to accommodate a wider variety of blade arbor sizes
1960632
I haven't used it extensively. I tried to do some chopping and made some feather sticks and it seemed to holds up pretty good. The only problem for me, it's a little bit hard to sharpen this knife with regular sharpening stone. I found out the best way is using the Diamond Pen sharpener. This is due to the unique curved shape on the middle of the blade. If you're experience maybe you can get by with a smaller, like 1 inch wide sharpening stone. But at the same time, that curved is very helpful to carve feather sticks. So it has it's pros and cons.