Core Cutting Machine | Stone Cutting Machine
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LT-C0135 Core Cutting Machine | Stone Cutting Machine
Core Cutting Machine is designed for accurate cutting of rock, concrete and cylindrical core specimens and for preparing two half-cylinder specimens from drilled cores. The machine supports specimens up to Ø110 mm in diameter and 1200 mm in length. A powerful 5.5 kW cutting motor, independently adjustable feed system and integrated water-cooling unit provide stable and controlled laboratory sample preparation.
- Wide Cutting Capacity: Handles specimens up to Ø110 mm and 1200 mm length.
- 5.5 kW Cutting Motor: Provides powerful cutting performance for rock and concrete samples.
- 0.55 kW Feed Motor: Geared drive moves the cutting system in a controlled manner.
- Independent Feed Adjustment: Forward and reverse speeds can be adjusted separately.
- V-Shaped Support System: Holds long and cylindrical core specimens securely.
- Core Splitting: Allows cylindrical cores to be cut into two half-cylinder specimens.
- Water Cooling System: Helps prevent overheating of the cutting blade.
- Water Recirculation: Tank and pump system allows cooling water to be reused.
- IP55 Motor Protection: Supports demanding laboratory working conditions.
- Thermal Magnetic Protection: Protects the motor against electrical overload.
- Safety Guard: Reduces the spread of water and particles during cutting.
- Rigid Construction: Provides stable cutting of long and heavy specimens.
- Product Code: LT-C0135.
| Product Code | Product Name | External Dimensions (cm) | Weight (kg) | Power Supply |
| LT-C0135 | Core Cutting Machine | 170 × 60 × 130 | 310 | 380 V, 50–60 Hz, 3 ph |
Core Cutting Machine for Laboratory Sample Preparation
The Core Cutting Machine is designed to cut rock, concrete and cylindrical core specimens into accurate laboratory samples. It can also split cylindrical cores into two half-cylinder specimens, making it suitable for rock mechanics, concrete testing and material research laboratories.
The rigid machine structure supports controlled cutting of long and heavy samples. In addition, the integrated feed and cooling systems help laboratories prepare specimens with consistent geometry before mechanical or physical testing.
Ø110 mm Diameter and 1200 mm Cutting Length
The machine accepts specimens up to approximately 110 mm in diameter and 1200 mm in length. This capacity allows users to prepare both cylindrical cores and larger rock or concrete specimens.
A long V-shaped support system holds cylindrical samples during the cutting process. The specimen support helps maintain alignment and limits unwanted movement while the blade passes through the material.
5.5 kW Cutting Motor
The main cutting system uses a 5.5 kW IP55-rated motor. This power level supports regular cutting of dense rock and concrete specimens.
A separate 0.55 kW geared feed motor controls the movement of the cutting assembly. The operator can adjust forward and reverse speeds independently. Therefore, the feed rate can be adapted to the material and specimen dimensions.
Controlled Core Splitting
For half-cylinder preparation, the operator positions the cylindrical core on the V-shaped bed. The support keeps the specimen aligned with the cutting blade.
The feed system then moves the cutting assembly through the sample at a controlled rate. This arrangement helps produce two more uniform half-cylinder sections and reduces unwanted specimen movement.
Water Cooling and Recirculation
Cutting hard materials generates heat at the blade. Therefore, the machine incorporates a water-cooling system to control blade temperature during operation.
A water tank and pump allow cooling water to circulate through the system. This design reduces water consumption and helps keep the cutting area cleaner. Water also assists in controlling dust produced during rock and concrete cutting.
Safety and Laboratory Operation
A protective guard surrounds the cutting area and helps reduce the spread of water and broken particles. The motor is also equipped with thermal magnetic protection.
The rigid frame provides stable support during demanding cutting operations. As a result, the Core Cutting Machine offers a practical system for repeatable preparation of rock, concrete and core specimens.
Sample Preparation for Mechanical Testing
Accurate sample preparation is essential before strength and deformation testing. For rock cores, ASTM D4543 provides requirements for preparing and determining dimensional tolerances of cylindrical rock specimens.
For concrete specimens, standards such as EN 12390-1 define specimen shapes, dimensions and related requirements. Therefore, accurate cutting supports the preparation of specimens before subsequent laboratory testing.
