Cinder Block Cutting Tools

Following is a rundown of common concrete cutting tasks from dinky to monster sized and the best tools and techniques for handling them.

Cinder block cutting tools.

Mark the measurement onto the cinder block in white chalk. Disc cutter to saw through brick stone pavers block ceramics even concrete with rebar drywall and other masonry. They work both to cut block before it has been laid and to cut through cinder block walls to create spaces for doors and. You may also need to turn the block to cut it on all sides.

Try a concrete saw. Use the chalk to mark the spot where you ll cut the block. Item 2693641 model 12 22512 225. The prospect of cutting concrete can be daunting but it doesn t have to be.

Back the saw out after about 30 seconds to avoid overheating. If cutting a hole in the center of the concrete block work the angle grinder s blade through the center of each score mark. Bon tool 36 in. Cut the block allowing the saw and blade to do most of the work don t apply too much force.

If cutting straight lines completely across the block s face cut both outside edges before cutting the center of the line. For example if the space that the cinder block needs to fit into is 8 inches 20 cm long measure 8 inches 20 cm in from the end of a cinderblock and make a chalk mark. Depending on the thickness of the material you may need to make several passes lowering the blade with each pass. Adjust your circular saw to be aligned with the chalk line and have a cutting depth of 50mm and let it start to reach max speed.

Cut up to 4 in. Start the cutting slowly and don t force the blade or the circular saw just let the machine do the cutting by itself and you do the feeding slowly. Cut around the entire block with the saw then adjust it so it will cut 1 4 inch to 1 2 inch deeper into the block. Most concrete blocks can be used as is but some applications require cutting them to size or angling them for a mitered joint.

A power saw produces a cleaner more even cut than does chiseling. Lightweight less noisy and simpler alternative to gas powered cut off machines. Saws wearing away at the surface of the block. Cut through the concrete block along the score marks with the angle grinder.

If you d like to be as accurate as possible hold the straight edge of a ruler across the block at. Base lute rake with 6 ft. Make a series of passes until you have cut through the concrete block. Best for cutting split face block when building retaining walls.

Ideal for cutting concrete asphalt and metal in indoor or enclosed environments. Most of the battle can be won by simply selecting the right tools. No liquid fuels or lubricants are needed for no liquid fuels or lubricants are needed for this 12 in. Tools to cut cinder blocks by g d.