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The Cardinal GM 450 Green Machine
An early entry green concrete saw for dry cutting technique that cost-effectively…

  • eliminates random cracks
  • prevents unsightly raveling
  • minimizes joint chipping and spalling

Cardinal Saws & Blades, originator of the world’s first Early Entry saw, continues a tradition of innovation by introducing the new, improved Model GM 450 Green Machine which is designed as a light duty Early Entry concrete saw. The GM 450 is the smallest and lightest gas powered saw in the Cardinal line. It’s a low noise, vibration-free, manual push type saw with manual controls for all functions.

An immediate improvement to your bottom line

The GM 450 will minimize your operating expenses and improve your bottom line while delivering exceptional results. The GM 450…

  • is light weight and equipped with patented FlatTrac™ wheels which permit the cutting operation to proceed within one to two hours after the finishing process is completed…your time on-the-jobsite is minimized
  • has a low price tag yet outperforms more expensive SOFF-CUT™ saws
  • uses the lowest cost, fastest cutting Cardinal Uppercut™ Diamond Blades for Early Entry sawing
  • does not require expensive skid plates that can scratch the concrete surface
  • and Cardinal’s unique Green Sawing Technique precludes the need to replace the FlatTrac wheels with every blade change due to Cardinal’s unique Green Sawing Technique


Performance features designed into the GM 450 include…
  • adjustable telescoping handle expands up to 51 inches
  • four wheel design for maximum stability
  • heavy-duty 3/4” spindle shaft
  • sealed heavy-duty ball bearings
  • easy maneuverability for straight sawing
  • patented FlatTrac contact roller wheels

The Cardinal GM 450 Green Machine Specifications

Materials Cut Uncured green concrete exclusively

Physical/Mechanical Specifications
  Dimensions Handle collapsed – 16” width x 42” length
Handle extended – 16” width x 49” length
  Weight 100 pounds
  Blade raise/lower system Manual release and engagement near handle bar
  Guide system Convenient manual front and rear guides
  Handle Telescoping type with infinitely adjustable length
  Cutting distance from Wall 3-1/4"

Blade Specifications
  Blade type 6.5" diameter x .095" or .225" thick dry cut with patented Z Arbor
  Blade rotation Counter clockwise, up cutting
  Blade shaft speed 5400 rpm
  Cutting depth 3/4" to 1-1/4" (19 mm - 31 mm) regardless of blade wear
(new blade cutting depth of 1-1/2")

Engine Specifications
  Gas-powered engine 4-1/2 HP (3.2 KW) Subaru Robin Model EX-13 vibration-free, air-cooled 4 cycle, single slant cylinder, overhead camshaft gasoline engine
  Recommended engine speed 3600 RPM
  Optional electric engine 1-1/2 HP, 115/230 volt, totally enclosed, fan cooled
  Cylinder Aluminum with cast iron liner
  Controls Engine mounted manual throttle, choke and fuel shut off levers, manual on/off switch
  Starting system Manual recoil starter with automatic mechanical compression release and zero kick back

Fuel - Oil - Cooling - Exhaust
 
  Fuel Minimum 87 octane rating unleaded gasoline capacity
  Fuel capacity 0.7 gallon (2.7 liters)
  Oil system Oil alert with automatic shutdown sensor
  Oil SAE 10W-30 viscosity detergent automotive type with API service class of SE or higher grade
  Oil capacity 0.60 quart (0.57 liter)
  Air filter Cyclonic type
  Muffler Silent type 75 dbA, exhaust deflector, spark arrestor
  Emissions Complies with EPA Phase 2 and CARB Tier II USA regulations
  Cooling Air cooled with internal and external cooling fins

Average Cutting Rates*
  Soft aggregates 15 ft/min. (4.7 m/min.)
  Medium aggregates 10 ft/min. (3.0 m/min.)
  Hard aggregates 5 ft/min. (1.6 m/min.)

*Estimates only. Speed will vary with job conditions and concrete mixtures


Cardinal UPPERCUT™ Diamond Saw Blades Applications

 

Purple

EE-1

Extremely hard aggregates, medium sharp sand

 

Green

EE-2

Hard aggregates, sharp abrasive sand

 

Red

EE-4

Medium aggregates, medium sharp sand

 

Yellow

EE-6

Medium soft aggregates, medium abrasive sand

 

Blue

EE-8

Extremely soft aggregates, non abrasive sand

Cardinal Saws & Blades
100 Barren Hill Road, Conshohocken, PA  19428
TEL: 1-888-503-3353

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