{"product_id":"alpha-silencer-iii-16-porcelain-bridge-saw-blade-breton","title":"Alpha Silencer III 16\" Porcelain Bridge Saw Blade — Breton","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"color:#231F20; font-size:28px; margin-bottom:18px;\"\u003eAlpha Silencer III 16\" Porcelain Bridge Saw Blade — Breton\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp style=\"color:#231F20; font-size:15px; line-height:1.7;\"\u003eThe Alpha Silencer III 16\" porcelain bridge saw blade delivers the quietest, smoothest, and longest-lasting cut in its class. Diamond segments are matrix-tuned for porcelain slabs, large-format ceramic tile, and crystallized glass, and the steel core is laser-welded with Alpha's patented noise-dampening core that reduces cutting noise by up to 50% versus conventional bridge-saw blades. This variant is engineered for Breton bridge saws.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4 style=\"color:#F15C22; font-size:18px; margin-top:22px; margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul style=\"color:#231F20; font-size:15px; line-height:1.8;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilencer III noise-dampening laser-welded steel core — up to 50% quieter cuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiamond matrix optimized for porcelain slabs, large-format ceramic tile, and crystallized glass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBreton arbor configuration: 60mm Breton arbor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum operating speed: 2800 RPM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet-cutting use only — for bridge saws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium long-life formulation engineered by Alpha Professional Tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cstyle\u003e\n.dst-accordion { margin-top: 25px; border: 1px solid #FDDCC5; border-radius: 6px; overflow: hidden; }\n.dst-accordion-item { border-bottom: 1px solid #FDDCC5; 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border:1px solid #FDDCC5;\"\u003eSilencer III\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color:#FFF3EB;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px; font-weight:bold; width:40%; border:1px solid #FDDCC5;\"\u003eDiameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px; border:1px solid #FDDCC5;\"\u003e16\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px; font-weight:bold; width:40%; border:1px solid #FDDCC5;\"\u003eMaterial to cut\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px; border:1px solid #FDDCC5;\"\u003ePorcelain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color:#FFF3EB;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px; font-weight:bold; width:40%; border:1px solid #FDDCC5;\"\u003eMachine compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px; border:1px solid #FDDCC5;\"\u003eBreton\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px; font-weight:bold; width:40%; border:1px solid #FDDCC5;\"\u003eArbor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px; border:1px solid #FDDCC5;\"\u003e60mm Breton arbor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color:#FFF3EB;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px; font-weight:bold; width:40%; border:1px solid #FDDCC5;\"\u003eMaximum RPM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px; border:1px solid #FDDCC5;\"\u003e2800 RPM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px; font-weight:bold; width:40%; border:1px solid #FDDCC5;\"\u003eCutting type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px; border:1px solid #FDDCC5;\"\u003eWet only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color:#FFF3EB;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px; font-weight:bold; width:40%; border:1px solid #FDDCC5;\"\u003eNet weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px; border:1px solid #FDDCC5;\"\u003e6.8 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px; font-weight:bold; width:40%; border:1px solid #FDDCC5;\"\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px; border:1px solid #FDDCC5;\"\u003eKorea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dst-accordion-item\"\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"checkbox\" id=\"acc-SLW161BP-howto\" class=\"dst-accordion-toggle\"\u003e\u003clabel for=\"acc-SLW161BP-howto\" class=\"dst-accordion-label\"\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dst-accordion-content\"\u003e\u003col style=\"color:#231F20; font-size:14px; line-height:1.8; padding-left:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify your bridge saw spindle speed does not exceed the blade's maximum RPM rating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount the blade on the saw arbor (60mm Breton arbor); confirm the rotation arrow matches the spindle direction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTighten the arbor flange to manufacturer torque spec; never use impact tools on the flange nut.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngage water cooling at a steady 1.5–2 GPM flow on both sides of the blade BEFORE the cut.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBegin the cut at reduced feed and let the blade self-find its cutting depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended feed rate for porcelain: start at 30 in\/min and adjust by feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter cutting, let the blade spin out under water for 10–15 seconds to flush slurry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dst-accordion-item\"\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"checkbox\" id=\"acc-SLW161BP-compat\" class=\"dst-accordion-toggle\"\u003e\u003clabel for=\"acc-SLW161BP-compat\" class=\"dst-accordion-label\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dst-accordion-content\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"color:#231F20; font-size:14px; line-height:1.7;\"\u003eThis blade is engineered for Breton bridge saws. The 60mm Breton arbor configuration fits any compatible bridge saw spindle. For wet cutting of porcelain slabs, large-format ceramic tile, and crystallized glass only. Do not use on dry cutters, angle grinders, or handheld saws.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dst-accordion-item\"\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"checkbox\" id=\"acc-SLW161BP-faq\" class=\"dst-accordion-toggle\"\u003e\u003clabel for=\"acc-SLW161BP-faq\" class=\"dst-accordion-label\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dst-accordion-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#F15C22;\"\u003eQ: Why is it called Silencer III?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#231F20;\"\u003eA: Alpha's 3rd-generation noise-dampening core uses a sandwich-laminated steel construction that absorbs cutting vibration and reduces audible noise by up to 50% compared to a conventional one-piece steel blade core.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#F15C22;\"\u003eQ: Can I use this on materials other than porcelain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#231F20;\"\u003eA: This blade's diamond matrix is tuned for porcelain slabs, large-format ceramic tile, and crystallized glass. Cutting other materials will work but will shorten blade life and reduce edge quality. For other materials, choose the matching Silencer III variant.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#F15C22;\"\u003eQ: Wet cut only?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#231F20;\"\u003eA: Yes. All Silencer III bridge-saw blades require continuous water flow. Dry cutting will damage the segments and void the warranty.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#F15C22;\"\u003eQ: How long does a Silencer III blade last?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#231F20;\"\u003eA: Life varies with material density, feed rate, water flow, and operator technique. In typical porcelain production, expect a multi-fold life improvement over standard bridge-saw blades when used at recommended RPM and feed.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-top:24px; padding:14px 18px; background:#FFF8F3; border-left:4px solid #F15C22; color:#231F20; font-size:14px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlways use wet cutting. Wear ANSI Z87+ safety glasses, hearing protection, and cut-resistant gloves. Verify the blade RPM rating exceeds your saw's spindle speed. Inspect the blade before each use for cracks or segment damage.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alpha Professional Tools","offers":[{"title":"Breton","offer_id":45080061050950,"sku":"SLW161BP","price":521.07,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/0800\/8518\/files\/1aa2ea9029f3b5bd8bc96057590dd0d7_5ad479ac-caec-42f8-8616-051affe7268c.jpg?v=1779586242","url":"https:\/\/dynamicstonetools.com\/products\/alpha-silencer-iii-16-porcelain-bridge-saw-blade-breton","provider":"Dynamic Stone Tools","version":"1.0","type":"link"}