A saw blade produced of bonded tungsten-carbide particles and mounted in a hacksaw frame is known as a __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option A — rod saw blade
A rod saw blade consists of a steel wire coated with bonded tungsten-carbide particles. This design allows the blade to cut in any direction, making it ideal for cutting hard, brittle materials like ceramic, glass, or hardened steel, which standard hacksaw blades cannot effectively penetrate or clear.
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