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    operating speeds for lapidary diamond saw blades

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    Guide to Operating Speeds for Blades


    The chart below shows the recommended operating range for various sizes of blades. Blade speed should be matched to the blade used and the type of material being cut. In general, harder materials and blades with a thicker rim require slower speeds, while softer materials and blades with thin rims require faster speeds.


    Blade Diameter Inches Revolutions Per Minute Blade Diameter Inches Revolutions Per Minute 4" 2400 - 5700 5" 1900 - 4500 6" 1600 - 3800 7" 1400 - 3200 8" 1200 - 2800 9" 1100 - 2500 10" 950 - 2200 12" 800 - 1900 14" 750 - 1600 16" 700 - 1400 18" 600 - 1200 20" 550 - 1100 24" 450 - 950 30" 350 - 750 36" 300 - 700 -


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