Felt Polishing Wheels – Buffing Wheels for Lapidary Bench Grinders & Arbor Machines

Felt polishing wheels are mounted on lapidary bench grinders, arbor machines, and rotary polishing units to deliver a final high-gloss buff on gemstones, glass, and metals. The dense felt wheel surface holds polishing compounds evenly, producing a bright, mirror-quality finish on cabochons, tumbled stones, and jewelry components in the last stage of the polishing sequence.

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Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: What is the difference between a felt polishing wheel and a felt polishing lap?
  A: Felt polishing wheels are cylindrical and mount on a bench grinder or arbor spindle for rotary buffing. Felt polishing laps are flat discs used on flat lap machines for polishing cabochons and faceted stones on a horizontal surface.
• Q: What compound should I use on a felt polishing wheel?
  A: Tin oxide is the classic choice for soft stones. Cerium oxide works well for opal and glass. Chrome oxide is preferred for jade. For metals and harder stones, diamond compound (0.5–1 micron) or alumina can be used.
• Q: What RPM should I run a felt polishing wheel at?
  A: Most felt polishing wheels run best at 1,000–3,500 RPM depending on wheel diameter and material. Larger wheels should run at lower RPM. Always start slow and increase speed as needed to avoid overheating the stone or compound.
• Q: Can felt polishing wheels be used on a standard bench grinder?
  A: Yes. Felt polishing wheels with a standard arbor bore (typically 1/2" or 5/8") fit most bench grinders and lapidary arbor machines. Check your machine’s spindle size before ordering.
• Q: What sizes are felt polishing wheels available in?
  A: Felt polishing wheels are available in 6-inch and 8-inch diameters in various widths to suit different lapidary machines and applications. Browse Felt Polishing Wheels →