Questions and Answers for RIDGID 7 in. Continuous Diamond Blade

A:  Some older saws used a diamond shape piece for the blade to fit into, newer saws use just the saw's round arbor. Once the blade is tightened down properly the insert should not pop out. If it does then return the blade for a new one.

A:  The center bushing acts as an adapter. Not all tools have the same size arbor/spindle. If the tool has a 5/8" arbor/spindle then you will want to leave the bushing in so that the blade fits tightly to the arbor. If the tool has a 7/8" arbor then you will need to remove the bushing for the blade to fit on the tool.

A:  I used it to cut 1.25" granite. do a thin score cut of 1/4" first for a guide then go deeper. Use a trickle of water to cool the blade for best results.

A:  Yes, we used it to cut both granite , ceramic, and quartz with great results and accuracy.

A:  I doubt you can get all the way thru a 4" block but you could get deep enough to be sure where it will finish "cracking off". Do a short depth score cut first to establish a good line, maybe 1/4" at most then you have a good guide for deeper cuts of 1/2" to 3/4" advancing cuts.

A:  Purchased it to cut through a granite countertop where I was installing an overtop gas stove. And it cut perfectly.. Thanks!!

A:  Thank you for contacting RIDGID. I'm sorry, this blade is not designed for the type of application you are describing.

A:  I would not think it would give you a very fine cut. The diamonds in this blade are too coarse to give you a clean cutting edge. I do not know if the matrix the diamonds are in would stand up to cutting carbide. The matrix is very important when using diamonds and varies greatly with the intended use. It has to be the right hardness to wear away at the correct rate to keep the diamonds on the surface renewed as they wear down and get dull. New diamonds must be exposed as the older ones get dull. If it is too soft the blade wears out very quickly, too hard and the blade doesn't cut very well after breaking in.

A:  Thank you for your interest in RIDGID. You can use the Ridgid 7in Glass Tile Blade http://www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGID-7-in-Glass-Tile-Blade-HD-GT70P/203408571?keyword=hd-gt70p This blade can be used on glass metal mosaic tile similar to http://www.homedepot.com/p/MS-International-Madison-Avenue-Interlocking-12-in-x-12-in-x-8-mm-Glass-Metal-Mosaic-Wall-Tile-GLSMTIL-MA8MM/204337886 Regards, RIDGID

A:  I used the 7 " blade and it worked for me

A:  Thank you for your interest in RIDGID. No, this blade is not recommended for aluminum. Regards, RIDGID

A:  No, its recommended for tile, marble, and glass type materials only.

A:  No. I used a "Saws-all" with a metal blade to cut out my steel tub. Wear your ear plugs. For cast iron, big hammer is all you need.

A:  Thank you for your interest in RIDGID! The blade cutting depth might not be enough to cut the bath tub wall in one pass. Regards, RIDGID

A:  I would buy a blade specific to the material you want to cut. I imagine your tub is either cast iron or fiberglass which would be an inappropriate application for this blade. Try an abrasive blade for cast iron and an all purpose blade on a reciprocating saw for fiberglass

A:  Cast iron tub: safety glasses, ear plugs and 10# sledge. Stamped steel or fiberglass:reciprocating saw with a bi-metal blade.