Rodding Blade for grout removal and rodding granite

Alpha® developed a revolutionary way to improve the efficiency of fabricators. For years, slab fabricators have employed labor-intensive procedures for creating channels in the underside of countertops to accommodate stainless steel reinforcing rods at sink and cooktop cutouts. Alpha® recognized the opportunity for improvement and developed the Alpha® Hot-Rod. With this blade attached to the Alpha® AWS-110 or AWS-125 Wet Stone Cutter, a fabricator can accomplish the task in one easy pass.The Hot-Rod for Granite blades were created with diamond grits and matrix best suited for all categories of granite, including hard red granites, to assure a long cutting life. With a 3" diameter, the blade allows for easy use and better leverage when cutting 1/4" deep channels, by allowing for better positioning of the stone cutter's handle. This blade is now available in three thicknesses: 1/4" for standard rods, 1/8" for thinner rods and 3/8" for threaded rods. The Hot-Rod for Marble applies the same technology but is designed for softer stones such as marble. This blade is available in 1/4" for standard and 1/8" for thinner rods.For efficient creation of channels for reinforcing rods, attach this unique blade to our AWS-110 or AWS-125 for a smooth, dust-free operation. Used in this manner, productivity will increase significantly. Although Alpha® recommends wet cutting, these blades may be used wet or dry.

  • Can Be Used Wet or Dry
  • Perfect for Channel Cutting with Stone Cutter
  • Great for Grout Removal with Ecocutter
  • Fabricator's Choice for Rodding on Granite
  • Reliable Proven Performer

Part No. Size Thickness Maximum RPM Arbor(s) Recommended For For Use On
HT03A+ 3" 4.2mm 14,500 7/8", 20mm 1/8" Rod Granite
HQ03A+ 3" 5.5mm 14,500 7/8", 20mm 3/16" Rod Granite
HR03A+ 3" 7.0mm 14,500 7/8", 20mm 1/4" Rod Granite
HW03A+ 3" 11.5mm 14,500 7/8" 3/8" Threaded Rod Granite
HS03A+ 3" 4.6mm 14,500 7/8", 20mm 1/8" Rod Marble
HM03A+ 3" 6.5mm 14,500 7/8", 20mm 1/4" Rod Marble
HT04A+ 4" 4.2mm 14,500 7/8", 20mm 1/8" Rod Granite
HR04A+ 4" 7.0mm 14,500 7/8", 20mm 1/4" Rod Granite