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Asphalt & Abrasive Materials

Professional Asphalt Cutting Blades

Our asphalt cutting blades are designed for cutting asphalt, tarmac and other abrasive materials encountered on construction sites, groundworks, road repairs and surfacing work.

Asphalt is highly abrasive and can wear the wrong diamond blade quickly. Choosing a blade designed for abrasive materials helps maintain cutting performance, control wear and give you more reliable results on site.

Our range includes professional diamond asphalt blades and asphalt cutting discs for contractors, groundworkers, builders and other trades who need dependable cutting performance.

Whether you’re cutting asphalt for a road repair, driveway, pathway, expansion joint or general groundwork, choosing the right blade for the material and machine can make a real difference.

Which Asphalt Cutting Blade Should You Choose?

The best asphalt cutting blade depends on the material, the machine you’re using and the type of work you’re carrying out.

Before choosing a blade, consider:

  • The material – asphalt, tarmac and other abrasive materials can wear blades quickly.
  • The machine – make sure the blade is suitable for your petrol saw, floor saw or other cutting equipment.
  • Blade diameter – choose a size that is compatible with your machine and provides the cutting depth you need.
  • Cutting depth – deeper cuts may require a larger machine and blade.
  • The type of work – occasional repairs, general groundwork and repeated road cutting can place different demands on a blade.
  • Blade performance and lifespan – a blade that maintains cutting speed can help reduce downtime and unnecessary blade changes.

If you’re unsure which blade is right for the job, our How to Choose the Right Diamond Blade guide explains the main factors to consider.

You can also read our Diamond Blade Sizes Guide to help match blade size to your machine and required cutting depth.

Our Asphalt & Abrasive Material Blades

We stock a range of professional diamond blades for asphalt, tarmac and abrasive materials, with different options to suit different cutting requirements.

Black Arrow Diamond Blade

The Black Arrow Diamond Blade is a value option for asphalt and abrasive materials, with undercut protection designed to help provide longer working life in demanding applications.

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Discovery Diamond Blade

The Discovery Diamond Blade is a versatile option for contractors who work with more than one material. It is suitable for asphalt, tarmac, concrete and other abrasive materials, making it useful for general site work where changing blades between jobs isn’t always practical.

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Heavy Hitter Diamond Blade

The Heavy Hitter Diamond Blade is a heavy-duty option for asphalt and abrasive materials, with undercut protection designed for demanding cutting work.

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Legate Diamond Blade

The Legate Diamond Blade is designed for asphalt, abrasive materials and fresh concrete. It is a practical choice where these materials form part of the work being carried out.

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Vanguard Diamond Blade

The Vanguard Diamond Blade is a premium option for asphalt, concrete and abrasive materials where reliable cutting performance is important on demanding site work.

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What Makes a Good Asphalt Cutting Blade?

Asphalt and other abrasive materials can wear a standard diamond blade quickly. A blade designed specifically for abrasive cutting is built to maintain useful cutting performance as it works through the material.

A suitable asphalt diamond blade can help provide:

  • Consistent cutting performance
  • Good cutting speed
  • Controlled wear
  • Longer working life
  • Reliable performance during demanding site work
  • Better value over repeated cutting jobs

The right blade specification matters particularly when you’re cutting asphalt regularly. Using a blade that is not suited to the material can result in slower cutting, unnecessary wear and more frequent blade replacement.

Our guide to Diamond Blade Types Explained explains how segmented, turbo and continuous-rim blades differ and why blade design matters.

Asphalt, Tarmac and Abrasive Materials

Asphalt and tarmac are common materials on construction and groundwork projects, but they are highly abrasive.

These blades are suitable for applications including:

  • Road repairs
  • Tarmac cutting
  • Driveways
  • Paths and pathways
  • Expansion joints
  • Utility work
  • Groundworks
  • General surfacing work
  • Cutting abrasive construction materials

If you’re working with asphalt regularly, using a blade designed for the material can help maintain cutting speed and reduce premature wear.

For practical advice on choosing the correct blade and cutting asphalt properly, read our Asphalt Cutting Guide.

You can also read our guide to the Best Diamond Blade for Cutting Asphalt for a closer look at choosing an asphalt blade.

Can You Use a Concrete Blade to Cut Asphalt?

It is possible to cut asphalt with some blades designed for other materials, but it isn’t generally the best approach.

Asphalt is highly abrasive, so a blade designed specifically for asphalt and abrasive materials is usually the better choice for regular cutting.

Using the right blade helps maintain cutting performance and can reduce unnecessary wear.

Our Concrete vs Asphalt vs Tile Diamond Blades guide explains why different materials require different blade specifications.

If you’re regularly moving between concrete and asphalt, the Discovery Diamond Blade is a versatile option worth considering.

Cutting Asphalt with the Right Machine

The blade is only part of the equation. Your machine also needs to be suitable for the blade size, cutting depth and application.

Before fitting an asphalt cutting blade, always check:

  • Blade diameter
  • Bore size
  • Maximum RPM
  • Machine compatibility
  • Required cutting depth
  • Whether the blade is suitable for the intended cutting method

For general information about choosing diamond blades for different machines, see our guide to Diamond Blades for Angle Grinders.

Our Diamond Blade Sizes Guide also explains how blade diameter affects cutting depth and machine compatibility.

Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for your machine and blade.

Tips for Cutting Asphalt

Using the right blade is important, but cutting technique also affects performance and blade life.

For better results:

  • Use a blade designed for asphalt or abrasive materials.
  • Make sure the blade is correctly fitted to the machine.
  • Check the required cutting depth before starting.
  • Avoid forcing the blade through the material.
  • Allow the blade to cut at its intended speed.
  • Avoid unnecessary overheating.
  • Check the blade regularly during demanding cutting work.
  • Use appropriate PPE and follow the safety instructions supplied with your equipment.

For a more detailed explanation of the cutting process, read our Asphalt Cutting Guide.

Need Technical Advice?

Not sure which asphalt cutting blade is right for your material, machine or application?

Call Chris on 07879 653725 and he’ll help you choose the right option.

We have over 24 years’ experience supplying diamond blades and cutting products to UK contractors, groundworkers, builders and other trades.

We’d rather help you choose the right blade than sell you the wrong one.

📞 Technical Advice

Chris: 07879 653725 

If you know what you’re cutting but aren’t sure which blade you need, give Chris a call.

Professional Asphalt Cutting Blades from Capfix

Browse our range of asphalt cutting blades above to find the right diamond blade for asphalt, tarmac and abrasive materials.

Whether you need a value option for occasional work, a versatile blade for mixed materials or a heavy-duty blade for demanding site conditions, we have options to suit different applications.

You can also browse our complete range of Professional Diamond Blades for concrete, asphalt, porcelain, metal and other construction materials.

Ready to Choose Your Asphalt Cutting Blade?

Choose the blade for the material, match it to your machine, and get on with the job.

If you’re not sure which one you need, call Chris on 07879653725 for straightforward technical advice.