How many uses with a diamond cutoff wheel

[Tennyson]

Went to town fragging my dendro this weekend, and my dremel bit is already plastered. I must have made 10 cuts through coral/rock.

Is it still good? When do I know to replace it? If I use again I'm guessing it should be disinfected somehow?

 

[ludnix]

Disinfect with non chlorine disinfectants like alcohol if your going to, this will help prevent rusting. I would brush it out with a little vinegar to get calcium off if needed but it should tell you when it's time replace as the diamonds begin to wear off and it's harder to cut. If it takes too long to cut then you'll generate heat which can be bad for the coral.

 

[Brandon Smith]

The inland DB 100 band saw is well worth the cost. I use their diamond saw band, and I love it.

https://inlandcraft.com/shop/band-saws/db-100-band-saw-with-diamond-blade/

 

[Tennyson]

Thanks for the suggestion! Band saw is tempting, do you run yours with water while cutting?

 

[Brandon Smith]

Thanks for the suggestion! Band saw is tempting, do you run yours with water while cutting?

It has a reservoir on the back that holds water. You would want to set it a container to catch the water though. There is a hose that you can set in a bucket, but water does end up other places lol

 

[Tennyson]

It has a reservoir on the back that holds water. You would want to set it a container to catch the water though. There is a hose that you can set in a bucket, but water does end up other places lol

Sweet! Maybe Santa will help me on this investment. Won't be a very happy new year for the colonies :oops: