Saw Blades retain sharp edges in construction applications.
Press Release Summary:
Offered in 16 blade sizes and tooth variations, construction series circular-saw blades feature C3 Dyanite Carbide® teeth, anti-friction coating, and thin plate and kerf. They are hardened to Rc 40-44 to resist warping. Products include 7¼ in. dia fiber cement and metal cutting blades; 7¼ in. dia blades with universal arbor and diamond knockout; and 8¼, 10, and 12 in. dia blades with universal arbor.
Original Press Release:
Bosch Introduces New Construction Saw Blades
New carbide saw blades hold sharp edge up to six times longer than competition
Mount Prospect, Ill., June 16, 2004 - Today, Bosch Power Tools and Accessories, a division of the Robert Bosch Tool Corporation, introduces its new construction series circular saw blades that feature C3 Dyanite Carbide® teeth, hardened body, and thin plate and kerf. Since a blade's longevity is key on any jobsite, Bosch developed this exclusive system to ensure the long blade life that professionals demand.
Ask any professional. When a blade looses a tooth - whether from hitting a nail or due to normal wear and tear - it is on a quick downward spiral to the end of its life. This is why Bosch engineered its new line of construction saw blades with C3 Dyanite Carbide, a unique blend of tungsten carbide and boron that ensure the teeth hold a sharp edge up to six times longer than standard carbide.
Other features also make these new Bosch construction blades the best yet. With one of the thinnest 7-1/4-inch lines in the industry (.046-inches), the new blades are faster than the competition. While other blades normally encounter warping, Bosch utilizes a special hardening process to resist this issue (40-44 on the Rockwell hardness scale), especially in high-heat applications like gang-cutting 4x8 sheets of plywood or combination cuts in roof rafters or microlams. A special anti-friction coating also allows the blade to slice through wood with less friction and reduces heat build up for the straightest and most accurate cut line possible.
A thinner blade also means a thinner kerf - the width of the cut - lending to a quicker, more efficient cut. Combined with an alternate top bevel (ATB) tooth grind - the sharp point on the edge of each tip alternates from left to right - each blade also provides a cleaner, smoother finish. Lower tooth counts are perfect for the framer making quick, rough cuts, while higher tooth counts provide trim carpenters with finer finish cuts. In addition to a 7-1/4-inch fiber cement blade and 7-1/4-inch metal cutting blade, the Bosch line includes 16 different blade sizes and tooth variations:
- 7-1/4-inch diameter with universal arbor and diamond knockout - 18, 24 and 40 tooth
- 8-1/4-inch diameter with universal arbor - 24 tooth
- 10-inch diameter with universal arbor - 24, 40, 60, and 80 tooth
- 12-inch diameter with universal arbor - 40, 60, 80 tooth
Professionals can currently find these blades accompanying new Bosch CS10 and CS20 circular saws and current 1677M and 1678 worm drive circular saws, or as stand-alone accessories wherever Bosch tools and accessories are sold.
About Bosch Power Tools and Accessories
Bosch Power Tools and Accessories is one of the divisions within the $1 billion, 5,000 employee strong Robert Bosch Tool Corporation, which is the North American branch of the largest power tool and accessory manufacturer in the world, Robert Bosch GmbH. Bosch Power Tools provides a complete line of corded and cordless power tools and accessories that have been engineered to survive any jobsite and allow professionals to take control of their work. For more information, call toll free 877-BOSCH-99 (877-267-2499) or visit www.boschtools.com.
