Makita Diamond Blades
Makita diamond blade options for fast, clean cutting through brick, block, concrete and paving when a standard abrasive disc just burns out.
When you're on a cut-up job and the disc keeps glazing or disappearing, swap to a Makita diamond blade and crack on. They're built to hold their edge in hard materials, run truer on long cuts, and leave less mess than cheap throwaway discs. Pick the right type for what you're cutting, fit it properly, and you'll get straighter cuts and fewer wasted blades.
What Jobs Are Makita Diamond Blades Used For?
- Cutting concrete slabs, kerbs, and paving on hard landscaping jobs when you need a consistent depth without the disc shrinking away.
- Chopping brick and block cleanly for openings, padstones, and alterations where a neat cut saves time on making good.
- Trimming roof tiles and coping stones on refurbs so you can fit tight without smashing edges and wasting materials.
- Running long straight cuts on site with an angle grinder where a diamond blade keeps its diameter and doesn't fade halfway through the line.
Choosing the Right Makita Diamond Blade
Match the blade to the material and the way you're cutting, because the wrong diamond blade will feel slow, grabby, and wear out early.
1. Material Type: concrete and stone vs brick and block
If you're mainly on hard concrete, dense flags, or stone, go for a blade rated for those harder materials so it keeps cutting without glazing. If it's mostly brick and block, a blade aimed at general masonry will cut quicker and won't feel like it's polishing the surface.
2. Wet vs dry cutting
If you can run wet, do it, because it keeps dust down and helps the blade last longer on heavy cuts. If you're cutting dry with a grinder, don't lean on it; let the blade do the work and give it short breaks so you don't cook it.
3. Blade size and tool compatibility
Check the blade diameter and bore match your grinder or cutter before you order, and never "make it fit" with the wrong washers. If your tool has a max diameter, stick to it, because oversizing is asking for guard issues and unsafe running.
Makita Diamond Blade FAQs
Are diamond blades worth it?
Yes, if you are cutting masonry regularly. A Makita diamond blade costs more up front, but it holds its cutting edge far longer than abrasive discs, stays a consistent diameter for accurate depth, and usually works out cheaper per cut on brick, block, concrete and paving.
How long will a diamond blade last?
It depends on what you are cutting and how you are cutting it. Hard concrete, dry cutting, and forcing the blade will wear it fast, while the right blade on the right material with sensible pressure will last a long time. If it starts cutting slow, it is often glazed rather than worn out, so check you are using the correct blade and technique before binning it.
Can a diamond blade cut anything?
No. Diamond blades are mainly for masonry materials like concrete, brick, block, stone, tile and similar. They are not a catch-all for metal, timber, plastics, or mixed materials, and using the wrong blade can be dangerous and will ruin it quickly.
Why is my diamond blade not cutting properly?
Most of the time it is glazed from heat or the blade is wrong for the material. Ease off the pressure, let it run at full speed, and avoid twisting in the cut. If you have been cutting very soft materials, switching back to harder masonry can help open the rim up again, but if the blade is badly overheated or damaged, replace it.
Do I need to cut wet with a diamond blade?
Not always, but wet cutting is better when you can do it because it controls dust and keeps the blade cooler for longer life. If you are cutting dry with an angle grinder, use steady passes, do not lean on it, and manage the dust properly because masonry dust is not something you want in your lungs or the client's house.
Who Uses Makita Diamond Blades on Site?
- Groundworkers and landscapers cutting slabs, edgings, and pavers all day because a diamond blade lasts longer and keeps the cut line true.
- Brickies and general builders doing openings and alterations when they need clean cuts through block and brick without constantly swapping discs.
- Roofers and maintenance teams trimming tile, stone, and masonry on refurbs where you want control and less breakage at the edge.
The Basics: Understanding Diamond Blades
A diamond blade does not cut like a toothed saw; it grinds through masonry using diamond grit in the rim. Use it right and it stays sharp and tracks straight.
1. The rim wears to expose fresh diamond
As you cut, the bonding material wears back and exposes new diamond, which is why the blade keeps working long after an abrasive disc would be gone. If you overheat it or use it on the wrong material, it can glaze and feel like it has stopped cutting.
2. Dust and heat are what kill performance
Dry cutting creates heat and packs dust into the cut, so the blade works harder and wears faster. Wet cutting or controlled, steady passes helps the blade stay freer cutting and reduces chipping on brittle materials.
Shop Makita Diamond Blades at ITS
Whether you need a single Makita diamond blade for a one-off cut-up or you're stocking the van for regular concrete and masonry work, we've got the range ready to go. We hold loads of Makita blades in our own warehouse, in stock for next day delivery so you can get back on the cuts without losing a day.
