What is a Ring Saw?
Having the right tool is crucial during construction and contract drilling and sawing. One particular power saw that offers a huge depth of cut upto 430mm dependant on model is the ring saw. It is a handheld cutting tool which you can use to cut through concrete structures, floors and walls. It is a type of saw with a rigid circular ring blade that runs on on drive rollers and guide rollers. This tool is highly versatile and is worth having in your range of equipment. Without question, the versatility of a ring saw makes it a beneficial tool you need to consider for drilling and sawing contractors and also construction. Read on to learn more about these saws.
Uses of These Saws
Generally, these saws are used for cutting deep materials that other saws can’t manage. A ring saw is made to cut vertical and horizontal concrete, blockwork as well as bricks. They are designed to be used in conjunction with a conventional handheld cutter to precut and then the ringsaw takes out the final few inches of concrete. The ring saw is perfect for specialist contactors and construction companies that regullarly need to acheive deep cuts.
Common construction use of a ring saw:
• Cut bricks and concrete to insert a window or door entry.
• Cutout walls to create room for air vents.
• Also used to help retrofit factory machinery and electrical supplies.
Types of the Saws
There are three main types of these saws, petrol, electric and hydraulic. These cutting tools either run on petrol, 230v or 415v electric or hydraulic which can be used in conjunction with a hydraulic power pack or a suitable machine with the correct flow rate. Each of them has distinct advantages.
• Petrol Ring Saw – A two stroke engine runs these types of saws. They are the oldest form of ring saws. Petrol saws are powerful and can be used in more isolated areas where it is difficult to access power supply. It makes them the ideal tool of choice for specialist projects. However, due to the fumes emitted, they are only recommended to be used in wide-open spaces with plenty of ventilation.
• Electric Ring Saw – An electric saw is run by a motor powered by 230v or 415v three phase power supply. You plug it in and go to work. They are quieter and can be used both inside and outside and are ideal for areas that must remain free from fumes and contamination.
- Hydraulic ring saw – The hydraulic ring saw benefits from having very few moving parts so is virtually maintainance free. These machines are rugged and hard wareing, they last the test of time and are well worth investing in. The machines are are also very versatile and can be operated with a hydraulic power pack or from connecting up to a machine with the correct flow rate.
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Benefits of a Ring Saw
There are many different cutting tools used by specicialist contractors on construction sites. However, you must know what tool to use and why. Before picking up a saw, you should choose the right blade for the job.
Great reasons to purchase one:
• Portable – lightweight machines in comparison to the depth of cut they can offer. They are made for ease of operation. They are not only ergonomic to use but also easy to transport.
• Versatile – The blades of the saw are detachable. This allows the user to change blades depending on the type of material they want to cut. The saws are generally used for large concrete form works, slabs and walls but can be used in a range of other applications.
• Powerful – They come with a ring saw blade to cut through medium strength concrete with hard concrete or soft abrasive concrete available on request. It means you don’t have to worry about it stalling midway. Petrol saws can cut up to a depth of 270mm (10 inches), hydraulic can cut to a depth of 300mm (12 inches) while electric saws can get to 425mm (17 inches).
• Precision Cuts – The other advantage of this type of saw is that it makes clean cuts and used in conjunction with diamond chansaws you can eliminate overcut when cutting window and door entries or access points. This feature is useful when accuracy is desired.
Hopefully, this article on, “What are ring saws?” helps you understand the benefit of having this saw in your equipment range. Like any power tool, they are dangerous. Ensure you follow all safety precautions when handling the saw.
