Grader Cutting Edges

steel grader standard heat treated flat bladeGrader cutting edges are essential components for maintaining and enhancing the performance of your grading equipment. At DMC Wear Parts, we offer a wide selection of high-quality cutting edges designed to deliver superior durability and productivity in the most challenging conditions. Whether you’re maintaining roads, clearing snow, or leveling surfaces, our grader cutting edges help optimize the life and effectiveness of your machinery.

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Types of Grader Cutting Edges

DMC Wear Parts offers a wide variety of grader cutting edges tailored for specific applications. Here’s a breakdown of the different types available:

Standard Grader Cutting Edges

These edges are ideal for general road maintenance and light-duty grading applications. Typically made from high-carbon steel, they offer excellent performance in standard conditions.

  • Material: High-carbon steel
  • Applications: Light road maintenance, dirt and gravel grading
  • Features: Cost-effective with moderate wear resistance

Heavy-Duty Grader Cutting Edges

Designed for more demanding jobs, these cutting edges are made from heat-treated or hardened materials like boron steel, providing enhanced durability and strength.

  • Material: Boron steel or heat-treated steel
  • Applications: Heavy road construction, hard-packed surfaces, and frozen ground
  • Features: Increased strength and wear resistance for tougher applications

Tungsten Carbide Grader Cutting Edges

When extreme durability is required, tungsten carbide-tipped cutting edges provide unmatched wear life. These edges are particularly useful for working on abrasive surfaces such as gravel, rocky terrains, and ice-covered roads.

  • Material: Tungsten carbide
  • Applications: Abrasive surfaces, rocky environments, and ice
  • Features: Superior wear resistance, longer lifespan, and reduced downtime

Curved Grader Cutting Edges

For applications that require precision grading, curved cutting edges offer better ground penetration and material flow. These are particularly useful in ditching, contour grading, and snow removal.

  • Material: High-carbon or boron steel
  • Applications: Contour grading, ditching, snow removal
  • Features: Enhanced material flow and penetration, ideal for sloped grading

Serrated Grader Cutting Edges

The unique design of serrated cutting edges provides improved traction on surfaces, making them a great choice for removing packed snow or ice, as well as grading hard-packed dirt or gravel.

  • Material: Heat-treated or boron steel
  • Applications: Snow removal, packed dirt or gravel
  • Features: Sharp teeth for cutting through tough materials, increased traction

Extensive Selection of Parts For Popular Manufacturers

We carry an extensive range of cutting edges for graders from leading manufacturers such as Caterpillar, Komatsu, John Deere, Volvo, and Hitachi.  No matter what brand of grader you operate, we have the cutting edges to fit. Our parts meet OEM specifications, providing the same reliability and performance as original parts at a competitive price.

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DMC Wear Parts offers high-quality wear parts that meet or exceed OEM standards. Our supply of cutting edges and parts provide a cost-effective alternative without compromising performance or durability, ensuring your equipment operates at its best.

Why Choose DMC For Your Cutting Edges & Wear Parts?

  • Superior Materials: Our cutting edges are made from premium materials like heat-treated carbon steel, boron steel, and tungsten carbide, ensuring maximum wear resistance.
  • Custom Solutions: We offer standard and custom cutting edges to fit all major equipment brands including Caterpillar, John Deere, Komatsu, Volvo, and more.
  • Prolonged Wear Life: Our innovative designs help reduce wear and tear on grader blades, providing longer-lasting solutions that increase productivity.
  • Competitive Pricing: High-quality parts at an affordable price ensure you’re getting the best value for your money.
  • Expert Support: Our knowledgeable team is available to help you select the best cutting edges for your specific needs.Trusted Dealer for Fast Replacement Parts

DMC Wear Parts is a trusted dealer known for fast and reliable delivery of replacement parts. We understand the importance of minimizing downtime, and our efficient logistics ensure you receive your parts promptly. We stock over 50,000 parts so that we have what you need and can offer fast order fulfillment.

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Tough, Reliable Cutting Edges

Our grader cutting edges are built to withstand heavy use in demanding environments. Manufactured from premium materials, they offer resistance to wear, impact, and abrasion, ensuring they last longer and require fewer replacements. We carry both straight and curved cutting edges, designed to suit a variety of grading applications, giving you the flexibility to choose the best option for your equipment and job requirements.

Installation and Maintenance Tips for Grader Cutting Edges

Proper installation and maintenance of grader cutting edges are crucial for getting the best performance and longest wear life. Here are some tips:

  • Check Alignment Regularly: Misaligned cutting edges can cause uneven wear, reducing lifespan and efficiency.
  • Rotate Edges: Periodically rotating your cutting edges can help even out wear and extend the overall life of the blades.
  • Monitor Blade Wear: Keep an eye on blade wear and replace them when they are worn down to avoid damaging the grader moldboard or reducing grading efficiency.
  • Use the Right Fasteners: Always use the recommended fasteners and torque specifications to ensure proper installation and avoid premature failure.

By following these best practices, you can maximize the performance and lifespan of your cutting edges, saving both time and money on replacements and repairs.

Maximize Grading Efficiency

Properly selected cutting edges improve grading efficiency by providing a cleaner cut and more consistent grading results. At DMC Wear Parts, we offer custom solutions to meet specific grading needs. Our cutting edges are available in a range of thicknesses, lengths, and profiles to ensure the perfect fit for your grader. With bolt-on and weld-on options, installation is straightforward, and downtime is minimized.

Frequently Asked Questions From Operators

How do I know when to replace my grader cutting edge?

You should replace the cutting edge when it shows significant wear or when it’s worn down to about 2 inches from the moldboard to avoid potential damage to your equipment.

Can I use the same cutting edge for different applications?

While some cutting edges are versatile, it’s best to choose a cutting edge tailored to your specific application (e.g., snow removal, heavy-duty grading, or contour work) for optimal performance.

What are the benefits of tungsten carbide cutting edges?

Tungsten carbide cutting edges offer superior wear resistance and a longer lifespan compared to standard steel edges. They are particularly effective on abrasive surfaces, reducing downtime and replacement frequency.

How often should I rotate my cutting edges?

Rotating the cutting edges every few months or after every 500 hours of use can help extend their life by ensuring even wear.

What factors influence the wear rate of a grader cutting edge?

Several factors, including the type of material being graded, the surface condition, the angle of the blade, and the quality of the cutting edge material, can affect the wear rate.

Are there cutting edges that work well for both snow removal and road grading?

Yes, serrated cutting edges and tungsten carbide-tipped edges are often effective for both snow removal and road grading due to their durability and cutting precision.

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