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HDP’s Hycon Price Club means that when you purchase any Hycon Machine we will increase your discount by 5% and also get 10% off Hand Held Blades under 600mm that are never normally discounted.
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Having worked in the diamond drilling industry for more than six decades, we have the expertise to answer both simple and complex questions. Simply reach out to a member of our team for further guidance, and if we can’t help ourselves, we’ll call upon our reputable partners to provide the support you need instead.
We have tackled some of the most commonly asked questions below:
Any stock item ordered before 3pm will be sent out for next day delivery to mainland UK. You can also upgrade for deliveries made before 10:30pm or 12pm. We can also provide next day delivery for any bespoke diamond drills and orders for five drills or less, so long as these get placed before 12pm. As always, if we can, we will! Simply contact our office today and we’ll find a way to drill through any barriers you might face.
Yes.
Although this will dramatically reduce the lifespan of the drill segments. If you’re ever unsure, we’re more than happy to answer any questions you may have.
Yes.
Our premium Arix range will be the most effective. You can still use alternative segments, but they won’t offer the same performance levels.
Our standard lengths are as follows:
*The effective length is not the complete length of the drill, but rather the length inside the core barrel, which indicates your maximum drilling capacity.
We also have stock barrels available in the following lengths:
Use our bespoke drill calculator or contact us directly for more specific lengths.
We currently stock a wide selection of barrels and tubes. These can typically be made within one day, however should a larger diameter be required, this can take between 3-4 weeks to be manufactured.
A bore or arbore size is the diameter of the hole found in the middle of a saw blade. The size will vary depending on the machine. These are typically 20mm, 22.2mm, 25.4mm or 60mm. You can also use a reducer to bring that down to 50mm for certain machines.
If you need a larger bore for a particular blade, simply get in touch to discover how we can turn these to the required size.
Yes.
Please use the contact form to set up a trade account and we’ll see what’s possible based on the quantity and type of products you want to purchase. Also get in touch if you want this pricing applied to one-off projects.
Each machine will be different, so it’s recommended you refer to the manufacturer’s instructions. We would suggest slower speeds when going through steel to help prolong the life of the drill segment. This also prevents it from glazing/polishing up, which ensures the diamond grit is exposed.
Unfortunately not.
We can however re-tip your mining barrels with anything from our segment range.
This indicates the connection size of the drill for your machine. Typically, ½” drills are used with Hand & Held and Mini Rigs, whereas 1 ¼” for mounted Rig drills.
A range of adaptors and extension rods can be used on any machine to make them suitable for use in any situation. Alternatively, we can manufacture non-standard drill bits with the specific connection you require.
Diamond blades Grind, rather than cut like knives. The segments or teeth are made from individual diamond grits. These are bonded together through the segment with a small amount left exposed on the outside edge and sides. It’s the exposed diamonds which do the grinding work.
The blade will rotate on the arbore shaft of the saw. This will then be guided along the blade once materials start being cut through, during which this same material will begin wearing away the blade (segment). During this process, the exposed diamonds will begin cracking or fracturing, eventually breaking down into smaller pieces. The harder materials are cut, the faster fracturing takes place.
This causes the bond to wear down, allowing newly exposed layers of diamond to continue cutting. It’s therefore important to choose the right blades which are best suited for the materials you’re cutting to maintain maximum efficiency.
Firstly, get to grips with the specific materials you intend to cut or drill. This provides clear indication about the most suitable blade, drill or core to select. The decision will dictate your cutting speed and lifespan of the product, but remember, Diamond blades can cut through a large variety of materials with similar efficiency.
Softer segments will be required for harder materials such as granite and flint. This ensures the embedded diamond grit is released at the point of maximum utilisation, which means they’re not held on too long, causing the blade to overheat and stop cutting.
Medium to hard materials such as kerbs, concrete and slabs need to be tackled differently. Use a medium to hard bond, which again keeps the diamond grits fully exposed, helping to extend the life of the blade whilst maintaining the desired cutting speed.
Highly abrasive material such as asphalt and concrete blocks will require a hard bond. This ensures grits are used individually for longer since the friction generated will not produce as much heat. You will also get more life from your blade.
This will be determined by the tool you’re using or your own personal preference.
WET BLADES MUST BE USED WITH WATER
However, dry blades can be used wet or dry as the equipment allows. For example, when using a hand tool such as grinders, this would not be safe due to its electric power source.
However, when suitable to do, using water on dry blades will make them last longer, cut quicker and provide a form of dust control.
Wet cutting is recommended when floor sawing. This means you can cut deeper and quicker using the water as a coolant.