The friction saw is an online flying cutting system that uses high-speed rotating HSS blades to generate heat through friction, enabling efficient hot cutting of steel pipes. It is especially suitable for continuous production of carbon steel pipes, offering high-speed performance with relatively low operating cost. Compared to cold saws, friction saws are ideal for medium-to-large diameter pipes with moderate wall thickness.
2. بيانات التصميم الأساسية
يعتمد تصميم الخط المقترح على المواصفات التالية:
Parameter
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Specification
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Applicable Pipe Diameter
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Φ12.7mm – Φ406mm
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Applicable Wall Thickness
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0.5mm – 16.0mm
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Saw Blade Diameter
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Ø600mm – Ø1600mm
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Main Motor Power
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55kW – 160kW (variable frequency drive)
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Max Cutting Speed
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60 – 120 m/min (synchronized with line speed)
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Cutting Length Range
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4 – 12 meters (adjustable)
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Length Tolerance
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±3mm
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Blade Cooling Method
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Air cooling with optional nozzle blowers
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Control System
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PLC + HMI + Servo tracking system
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Cutting Type
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Single-blade (standard) or dual-blade (optional)
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Saw Blade Type
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65Mn , 8CrV type
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3. Friction Saw Selection Guide
Item
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Recommended Range
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Notes
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Pipe Diameter Range
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Φ12.7 – Φ406mm
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Match blade size with max pipe size
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Max Wall Thickness
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≤16.0mm (Carbon Steel)
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Best for structural/general-purpose pipes
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Blade Diameter Options
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300mm/600mm / 800mm / 1000mm / 1250mm / 1600mm
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Larger pipes require larger blades
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Main Motor Power Range
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55 – 160 kW
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Depends on pipe size and cutting load
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Line Cutting Speed
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80 – 120 m/min
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Works with servo-driven tracking system
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Pipe Clamping
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Pneumatic or hydraulic (double-sided)
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Ensures stable cutting at high speed
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Structure Type
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Single blade (standard) / Dual blade (for heavy pipe)
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Dual blade recommended for thick-wall pipes
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4. Friction Saw vs. Cold Saw – Comparison Chart
Category
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🟠 Friction Saw
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🔵 Cold Saw
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Cutting Principle
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High-speed frictional heating and hot cutting
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Low-speed, high-torque mechanical cutting
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Blade Type
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HSS (High-Speed Steel) friction blade
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TCT / HM (Tungsten Carbide Tipped / Carbide) blade
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Suitable Materials
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Carbon steel
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Carbon steel, stainless steel, alloy steel
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Cutting Speed
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Fast (60–120 m/min)
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Medium (≤40 m/min)
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Cutting Precision
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±3mm (standard)
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±1mm or better (high-precision)
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Thermal Effect
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Moderate (visible heat-affected zone)
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Minimal (smooth, clean edges)
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Burr & Surface Quality
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May require post-processing
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Excellent; minimal finishing required
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Blade Life
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Shorter (200–600 cuts/blade)
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Longer (1000–2000+ cuts/blade)
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Investment Cost
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Lower (machine + blade cost)
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Higher (machine + blade cost)
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Best Applications
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Structural pipes, scaffolding, fluid tubes
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Automotive tubing, precision pipe, export-grade pipe
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Not Recommended For
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Stainless / high-alloy / ultra-thick steel
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Extremely thick carbon steel (>10mm)
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5. Conclusion & Recommendations
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The flying friction saw is ideal for high-speed, continuous production of carbon steel tubes with moderate wall thickness and standard cutting tolerance.
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For precision cutting, or when working with stainless steel or alloy steel, the cold saw provides better finish and dimensional control, although at a higher cost.
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For flexible and cost-effective tube mills, many manufacturers choose a dual-system configuration—friction saw for general cutting, and cold saw for special grades or high-precision tubes.
6. Common Issues & Solutions – Flying Friction Saw for ERW Tube Mill
🛠️ Maintenance Tips:
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🕑 Inspect the blade daily for cracks, dull teeth, and heat spots
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🔩 Tighten mechanical connections weekly (clamps, bearings, guides)
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💨 Check cooling system air ducts and nozzles regularly to avoid clogging
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⚙️ Recalibrate servo tracking every 500 hours or when pipe length deviation exceeds tolerance
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🧰 Keep spare blades and wear parts (bearings, belts) in inventory to reduce downtime
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