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Blade Design Guide
Industrial blades are tools that are used in a variety of industries, such as automotive, aerospace, and construction. Baucor specializes in custom made knives, delivering high-performance solutions tailored to each application. From concept to production, our team supports the entire process to create some of the best custom knives in the industry, including options like custom knives engraved for identification and branding purposes. Please don’t hesitate to contact us at any phase of the design process.
1. Research and conceptual design
When designing an industrial blade, the first step is to research and conceptualize the design. This step is important because it allows you to determine the specific requirements for your blade, as well as the overall design.
The research phase should include a study of the specific industry or application in which the blade will be used. This study will help you understand the unique features of the blade, and it will give you insight into the competition, and you should be able to develop a conceptual design for your blade.
2. Defining the blade’s geometry:
The research phase should give you an idea of the main requirements of the cutting process and the type of required blade. Next, you can begin defining the characteristics of the blade that meet the specific cutting requirements which are:
A. Blade type:
Determine the specific type of blade required based on the cutting application, such as straight, circular, curved, or custom shape blades.
B. Blade dimensions:
Define the required dimensions of the blade including length, width, and thickness to ensure a proper fit and compatibility with your cutting machine or process.
C. Blade edge configuration:
Specify the edge geometry such as straight, serrated, scalloped, saw, toothed, or smooth, based on the desired cutting performance and the material being cut.
D. Blade mounting:
Define the mounting features of the blade such as clamping, bolting, or specific mounting mechanism, based on your cutting machine or process.
E. Blade material:
Select the appropriate material for the blade based on the cut material, hardness, wear resistance, environment. We offer several materials such as
F. Bevel hardness:
Determine the desired hardness level of the blade to ensure it can withstand the cutting forces and maintain its sharpness over time.
G. Blade coating & surface treatment:
Consider applying coatings or surface treatments to enhance the blade’s performance, reduce friction, increase hardness, and improve corrosion resistance.
H. Blade stability and rigidity:
Ensure that the blade’s design provides adequate stability and rigidity to minimize vibration, deflection, and distortion during your cutting process.
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Key aspects include:
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Blade type:
At Baucor we offer four types of blades:
Straight
Rip cuts
Crosscuts
Mitter cuts
Bevel
Slots
Circular
Rip cuts
Crosscuts
Mitter cuts
Bevel
Slots
Curved
Rip cuts
Crosscuts
Mitter cuts
Bevel
Slots
Custom
Rip cuts
Crosscuts
Mitter cuts
Bevel
Slots
Straight
Advantages
• Highly effective for continuous cuts
• Efficient and rapid cutting
Uses
• Woodworking
• Metalworking
• Food industry
• Packaging
Circular
Advantages
• Suitable for a wide range of applications
• Provides clean and precise cuts
• Minimal waste material waste
Uses
• Metalworking
• Paper and printing
• Packaging
• Plastic cutting
Curved
Advantages
• Ideal for curved cuts and intricate
• Smooth and precise cuts
Uses
• Leather and textile industries
Custom
Advantages
• Optimized for specific cutting applications
• Withstand demanding conditions
Uses
• Medical
• Aerospace
• Automotive
Below are some samples of industrial blades :
Blade edge configuration:
The most important part of the blade is the cutting edge. For this, we offer various configurations including simple and complex shapes.
Straight
Saw
Scalloped
Serrated
Smooth
Toothed blades
Curved
Saw
Scalloped
Serrated
Smooth
Toothed blades
Circular
Saw
Scalloped
Serrated
Smooth
Toothed blades
Custom
Saw
Scalloped
Serrated
Smooth
Toothed blades
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Blade mounting:
After choosing the shape of the blade, you can define how it is mounted to your machine.
Our straight blades can be mounted on machines with the help of mating faces.
Two holes
Two Slots
Mating face and a hole
Depending on the cutting force, the blade may require more holes to transmit the force from the cylinder. Holes can be through, countersunk, or counterbores.
No holes
Our circular blades have a center hole to align the blade to the rotating axis and a keyway or a hole to transmit the rotating torque to the disk. Depending on the cutting force, the blade may require more holes to transmit the force from the motor. Holes can be through, countersunk, or counterbores.
Next, the blade is held in place by a clamping system, such as a nut.
Blade material:
Next is to determine the material of the blade, each application requires a specific material and/or finish. The selection depends on:
- Intended application
- Cutting environment
- Desired properties such as hardness and corrosion resistance
The materials you choose must meet the requirements of the blade and must be suitable for the manufacturing process. Evaluate various materials such as carbide, high-speed steel (HSS), stainless steel, and tool steel.
Blade coatings & surface treatments:
The blade tips can also be coated with different materials to help improve resistance to wear or corrosion. We offer various coatings and surface treatments such as tungsten, chrome, or diamond coatings.
3. Validate the design:
Before proceeding with production, it is crucial to validate the design through numerical analysis methods such as finite element analysis (FEA) or prototyping. You can use rapid prototyping methods such as 3D printing to get a hands-on evaluation of the design’s functionality, ergonomics, and fit within the machine where it will be used. If necessary, iterate the design base on the feedback from the analysis or prototype.
Conclusion
Designing an industrial blade is an intricate process that demands a deep understanding of the blade’s requirements, utilization of advanced design tools, and attention to detail. By following the steps listed above, designers can create a design of an industrial blade that optimizes functionality and performance.