Stone cutting machines can be classified according to different criteria, including cutting principles, structural features, and application fields. Here are several common classification methods:
- By Cutting Principle:
- Mechanical Cutting Machines: Include bridge saws, electric saws, etc., which cut stone surfaces using mechanical motion and cutting blades (such as diamond blades).
- Waterjet Cutting Machines: Utilize high-pressure water jets mixed with abrasives for cutting, enabling cold cutting suitable for various hardness levels and complex shapes of stone.
- By Structural Features:
- Bridge Saws: Feature a bridge structure spanning the work area, with cutting heads capable of precise movement along X and Y axes, suitable for cutting large blocks of marble, granite, etc.
- Handheld Saws: Consist of handheld units with circular cutting heads, operated manually for on-site and small-scale cutting tasks.
- Waterjet Cutting Machines: Complex equipment comprising high-pressure pumps, control systems, and cutting heads, achieving high-precision cutting suitable for complex shapes and precise requirements in stone processing.
- By Application Fields:
- Construction Site Cutting Machines: Such as electric saws and handheld cutters, used for cutting and trimming stone on construction sites.
- Industrial Cutting Machines: Such as bridge saws and waterjet cutters, used in industrial production for large-scale stone cutting and processing.
- Artistic Production Cutting Machines: Such as waterjet cutters, capable of finely cutting artistic and decorative stone pieces.
Each classification method reflects specific advantages and applicability of stone cutting machines in different applications and operational requirements. Choosing the appropriate type of cutting machine can enhance production efficiency and processing quality.