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| Brand Name: | XRTOOLS |
| Model Number: | 355mm |
| MOQ: | 200pcs |
| Price: | $0.5-22/pcs |
| Delivery Time: | 25-30days |
| Payment Terms: | L/C, D/P, T/T, Western Union, MoneyGram |
The Problem: General metal fabrication shops rarely cut just one type of material all day. An operator might cut a 1/4-inch thick square structural aluminum tube, followed immediately by a 1-inch solid aluminum bar. If they leave an 80T blade on the saw, the solid bar will clog the blade and cause chip welding. If they use a 66T blade, the square tube will suffer from heavy burrs and jagged edges on the exit cut.
The Result: Severe productivity loss from constant blade swapping, or compromised cut quality and burned-out motors when operators lazily try to force the wrong blade through mismatched materials.
Gullet Starvation vs. Impact Shock: High-tooth blades starve for space on solid materials, trapping hot metal. Low-tooth blades lack the density to smoothly shear the walls of structural tubing, relying on blunt impact that bends the metal and creates heavy burrs.
72T "Goldilocks" Pitch Equilibrium: For a 355mm diameter, 72 teeth provide the perfect mathematical balance for a mixed-use shop. The gullets are deep enough to successfully evacuate the heavy chips generated by cutting solid bar stock, while the tooth density is tight enough to ensure smooth, burr-free cuts on thick-walled structural tubing and heavy angle aluminum.
Impact-Distributing TCG Geometry: The Triple Chip Grind (TCG) alternates between a chamfered trapezoidal roughing tooth and a flat finishing tooth. This dual-action milling process powers through hard non-ferrous alloys, abrasive fiberglass, and mixed composite panels without micro-fracturing the carbide tips.
Negative Hook Angle (-5°): To ensure safety across mixed profiles, the teeth are brazed at a negative angle. This completely neutralizes the tendency for the blade to "climb" or grab onto hollow tubes, gently but firmly pushing the material down against the saw table for a safe, controlled cut.
| Technical Pillar | Imperial Specification | Metric Specification | Industrial Benefit |
| Diameter | 14" | 355mm | Ideal for commercial up-cut, chop, and miter saws. |
| Arbor Size | 1" or 1-3/16" | 25.4mm / 30mm | Universal fit for global heavy-duty fabrication equipment. |
| Tooth Count | 72T | 72T | The optimal balance for mixed thick-wall and solid profiles. |
| Tooth Grind | TCG (Triple Chip Grind) | TCG | Burr-free milling on abrasive and non-ferrous materials. |
| Hook Angle | Negative (-5°) | Negative (-5°) | Safely deflects grabbing forces on structural tubing. |
| Max RPM | 4,500 RPM | 4,500 RPM | Engineered for continuous-duty 3-Phase commercial motors. |
Structural Aluminum Fabrication: The definitive shop blade for mixed cutting of thick-walled square/rectangular tubing, heavy angle aluminum, and medium solid bar stock.
Transportation & Marine Manufacturing: Sizing heavy aluminum decking, boat hulls, trailer frames, and truck body extrusions without requiring secondary deburring.
Industrial Plastics & Resins: Flawless, chip-free crosscutting of heavy Nylon blocks, thick Delrin, high-density polyethylene (HDPE), and solid surface materials.
Adaptable Feed Rates: Because this blade handles mixed materials, the operator must adapt their feed rate. When cutting solid bar stock, use a slow, steady plunge to allow the gullets to clear. When cutting hollow thick-walled tubing, you can slightly increase the feed rate to prevent heat buildup on the thin walls.
Lubrication is Mandatory: Whether cutting solid or hollow aluminum, a spray-mist coolant or non-ferrous cutting wax is essential. The 72T configuration clears chips efficiently, but the heat of metal-on-metal friction requires chemical lubrication to prevent premature carbide wear.
Vise Clamping: Never attempt to free-hand structural tubing on a 14-inch saw. The material must be locked tightly in a pneumatic or heavy-duty manual vise before the blade engages the metal.
Q: I have to choose one 14-inch blade for my aluminum shop. Do I get the 66T, 72T, or 80T?
A: If you only cut massive solid aluminum billets, get the 66T. If you only cut thin-walled hollow window frames, get the 80T. However, if you are a general fabrication shop that cuts a mix of 1/4" wall tubing, heavy angle iron, and the occasional solid bar, the 72T is your ultimate "all-rounder" that stays on the saw all day.
Q: Can I use this blade to cut steel framing or iron pipes?
A: No. This blade is strictly engineered for non-ferrous metals (aluminum, brass, copper, bronze) and dense industrial plastics. Cutting ferrous metals (iron, steel) will instantly shatter the tungsten carbide teeth and pose a severe danger to the operator.
Q: Will this 72T blade leave a smooth enough edge for welding without grinding?
A: Yes. On thick-walled structural aluminum, the TCG geometry and 72-tooth density will leave a highly precise, burr-free edge that is generally ready for TIG or MIG welding immediately, saving your shop significant surface-prep time.
Q: Can I use this on a standard wood chop saw?
A: While it physically fits a 14" wood saw, cutting thick aluminum requires the rigid clamping, slower descent control, and coolant systems typically only found on dedicated metal-cutting saws. Using it on a high-speed wood saw without clamps is highly dangerous.
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