BD Loops SB-B 14" × 3/16" Pro Diamond Combo Blade – Asphalt & Concrete Loop Saw Blade

The BD Loops SB-B is a professional 14-inch diamond saw blade designed for cutting 3/16-inch-wide slots in both asphalt and concrete during inductive vehicle loop installations.

Its medium-bond diamond construction provides a versatile solution for installers who regularly encounter both pavement types and prefer one blade rather than carrying separate asphalt- and concrete-specific blades.

The 3/16" cutting width is particularly suited for saw-cut vehicle detection loops used with automatic gates, parking systems, access-control systems, and commercial door installations.

### Product Features

- Professional-grade diamond loop saw blade
- 14" blade diameter
- 3/16" (.1875") cutting width
- Medium-bond diamond construction
- Cuts both asphalt and concrete
- Designed specifically for saw-cut vehicle loop installations
- 3/4" to 1" arbor with knockout
- Pinhole for compatible saw mounting
- Cutting direction marked on blade
- Depth-guide markings help simplify loop-cut setup
- Designed for saws up to 25 HP
- Versatile alternative to separate asphalt and concrete blades

### Specifications

- Manufacturer: BD Loops
- Model: SB-B
- Product Type: Pro Diamond Combo Saw Blade
- Blade Diameter: 14"
- Blade Width: 3/16" (.1875")
- Bond Type: Medium
- Recommended Materials: Asphalt & Concrete
- Arbor Size: 3/4" to 1" with knockout
- Pinhole: Yes
- Maximum Saw Power: Up to 25 HP
- Application: Saw-Cut Inductive Vehicle Loops
- Quantity: 1 Blade

### Designed for Vehicle Loop Installation

The SB-B is commonly used to cut narrow slots into pavement for installing inductive loop wire.

A typical installation involves:

1. Cutting the required loop pattern into the pavement.
2. Installing loop wire into the 3/16" saw-cut slot.
3. Connecting the loop to a compatible vehicle loop detector.
4. Sealing the completed saw cut with appropriate loop sealant.

The completed loop allows a compatible detector to sense metallic vehicles approaching or occupying an automatic gate, parking entrance, commercial door, or access-control area.

### Asphalt & Concrete Capability

The SB-B uses a medium bond specifically intended to provide useful performance in both:

- Asphalt
- Concrete

A dedicated asphalt blade or dedicated concrete blade may cut its intended material faster, but the combo blade is an economical and convenient choice for installers who regularly work on both pavement types.

### 3/16" Cutting Width

The blade produces an approximately:

3/16" (.1875") wide saw cut

This width is commonly used for professional saw-cut vehicle detection loops and provides room for compatible loop wire and loop sealant when installed according to the loop manufacturer's instructions.

### Arbor Compatibility

The blade is designed for compatible saws using:

- 3/4" arbor
- Up to 1" arbor using the integrated knockout

A mounting pinhole is also provided for compatible equipment.

Always verify your saw's blade diameter, arbor configuration, rotation direction, and horsepower before installation.

### Depth Guide

Depth markings on the blade help installers establish consistent cutting depth while creating vehicle loop channels.

Correct saw-cut depth depends on the loop wire, pavement, installation method, and loop manufacturer's specifications.

### Common Applications

Ideal for:

- Automatic gate vehicle loops
- Free-exit loops
- Safety / presence loops
- Parking lot access systems
- Commercial gate systems
- Vehicle detection systems
- Traffic-control installations
- Commercial overhead-door approaches

### Package Contents

Includes:

- 1 – BD Loops SB-B 14" × 3/16" Combo Diamond Blade

Loop wire, detector, loop sealant, saw, and other installation tools are sold separately.

### Important Use & Safety Information

Diamond saw blades operate at high speed and can cause severe injury if improperly installed or used.

Before use:

- Verify the saw accepts a 14" blade
- Verify arbor compatibility
- Confirm the saw does not exceed the blade's application limits
- Follow the marked rotation direction
- Inspect the blade for damage before every use
- Use appropriate eye, hearing, respiratory, hand, and body protection
- Follow the saw manufacturer's instructions and applicable silica-dust control requirements

Do not operate a damaged, cracked, improperly mounted, or incompatible blade.