Concrete saw and other tools for processing this material
Trying to cut the concrete with a regular hacksaw - just waste your time, effort and break the tool, which is not the case with products made of cellular concrete (gas and foam blocks). In the latter case, you can use a saw in wood, but know that it will not be enough for a long time , as she quickly starts to get blunt. In this article, we will describe which hacksaw is best suited in this case, and also we will tell about other methods of such treatment.
General information
Immediately it should be said that the saw on cellular concrete is made of steel, but compared to the usual tool for us, its thickness is significantly greater. So the manufacturer has negated the possible deformations that inevitably occur during the processing of solid materials.
Usually a hacksaw for aerated concrete is used in the case when it is necessary to obtain blocks of non-standard sizes, they are called incremental.
Tip: with its help, as well as a special corner, which is often supplied in a set, it is possible to cut products into geometrically regular parts with your own hands.
How to choose a tool
Below we consider the differences between the models of hacksaws for working with aerated concrete:
- blade length;
- thick steelwhat directly cut quality depends on;
- I nodded, it can be on each or through one.
There are two basic types of hacksaws on the market - electric and manual.
It remains to decide which one is best suited in each case.
- Many experts consider the most versatile hand tools. It can be used under any conditions, even if there is no power source nearby.
- The electric tool in this case is more complex, although it is more functional. One "but" - there must be the possibility of connecting to the mains.
By weight, a manual hacksaw is significantly less electric, and its price is much lower. The approximate difference is 10 times, which very often affects the choice of the consumer.
Manufacturers
You can not get around when choosing a tool and its manufacturers. Some will be discussed below.
| YTONG | It is considered one of the most popular manufacturers of such a tool. Hand saws have the following significant advantages: · ease of use; · the blade has a high degree of resistance to wear; · Convenient arrangement of the handle. |
| encoder | 1. Usually the retail tool costs two times lower than the previous model. The handle is made of a two-component material. The corrosion-proof cloth 670 mm long has the strong teeths ground on special technology. The company is known for the reliability and durability of its products, as evidenced by numerous studies and positive consumer reviews. |
| Delta | The manufacturer occupies a budget niche among the described instrument, the cost of which is two times lower than the previous one. Products are made of high-strength steel, and the teeth are made of carbide. In addition to aerated concrete blocks, they can cut clay and foam concrete. |
| Black & Decker | In our market, the German manufacturer offers an electric hacksaw on aerated concrete, resembling the seemingly ordinary chainsaw. In the process of cutting using two blades. In the standard configuration there is a second set. The lack of equipment - steel parts are relatively quick to wear out. The main advantage of the design is safety and ease of use. The cost of the product is high. |
| Zubr | The most popular manufacturer in the RF market. On each tooth there is a hard-alloy soldering, which makes it possible to simplify the process of sawing the aerated concrete block. Thanks to the long blade, it is possible to cut the block up and down. 3. The rubberized two-component handle simplifies use. The cost of the product is about $ 10. |
Below will be discussed about other methods and tools that are used for cutting concrete products.
Concrete saws
During repair or construction, it is often necessary to cut concrete blocks. This is due to their template sizes, which are not always suitable for consumers. It is one thing when you need to process light cellular concrete, another is to cut heavy concrete. The solution to this problem is below in the article.
Manufacturers предлагают строителям современное оборудование, в котором преобладают пилы и станки. Первые позволяют максимально облегчить процесс и имеют несколько вариантов.
Diamond plating
At the same time, disks, blades and chains are diamond coated, as this material is very durable. Of course, no one will spray a real diamond, the cost of which is very high, they use its artificial analogue - cubic zirconia. Its technical characteristics are very close to it, allowing it to be fully utilized.
Advantages of the technology:
- The openings resulting from concrete cutting do not require further processing.
- It can be used in residential premises, because there are practically no shock effects, sound insulation is not required, since the saw’s operation is almost silent and does not affect human hearing, unlike a puncher.
- The incision can reach a depth of 1 m on both sides.
- The speed of work is very high, which makes it possible to save time.
Types of equipment
It is divided into manual and special.
The latter include:
- wall saws;
- швонаразчики;
- cable cars.
They have high performance, efficiency and power.
Hand tools can also create wall openings, however, of small thickness.
It is divided into:
- electric - saber (resemble a jigsaw) and chain saws. Cutting is performed by a reciprocating stroke. The power supply is a stationary power grid or battery, which makes the device autonomous, but the operating time is short. The cost of the equipment is small, starting at $ 65;
- hydraulic – disc and chain saws. The equipment is characterized by high power;
- gasoline - the main advantage of the equipment is its autonomy. The biggest drawback - the instruction does not allow to work in the building. Depending on the model, the devices can be equipped with chains and discs.
Tip: due to its versatility, it is the petrol tools that are used by the services during rescue operations.
Conclusion
Processing blocks of various types of concrete is quite a frequent operation during construction or repair work. In this case, special tools are required that have increased strength and can withstand the abrasive characteristics of the material.
Use manual and special equipment, which can be stationary or autonomous. The video in this article will help you find additional information on this topic.