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Diamond Wire Loop Cutting of Rubber Blocks
Key Takeaways Rubber blocks embedded with metal wires (such as tire-derived blocks) are extremely difficult to cut with conventional blades because the rubber grabs the blade and the wires destroy teeth. Diamond wire loop cutting grinds through both rubber and embedded steel wires in a single pass without tearing or burning. The low cutting force and continuous wire motion prevent the rubber from clamping the tool, a common failure mode with band saws and circular saws. This makes diamond wire loop cutting the practical...
