8" x 1-1/2" 1200 Grit Lapidary Diamond Hard Flat Grinding Wheel

The 8" x 1-1/2" 1200 Grit Lapidary Diamond Hard Flat Grinding Wheel is an ultra-fine pre-polishing and final smoothing wheel designed for 8-inch vertical cabbing machines and bench grinding units. Built on a precision-turned solid steel core electroplated with uniform 1200-grit monocrystalline diamonds, this hard wheel delivers true, vibration-free rotation and sharp geometric edge retention. It creates an ultra-smooth satin luster on agate, jasper, quartz, jade, ceramic, and art glass, thoroughly eliminating prior grind marks to accelerate final polishing steps.

Key Features

• Precision Steel Core Construction: Heavy-duty turned steel core ensures zero runout, absolute planar stability, and vibration-free operation at 1400–1800 RPM.
• Ultra-Fine 1200-Grit Diamond Bond: High-density diamond particles are securely nickel-bonded across the cylindrical face, delivering uniform scratch removal without chipping.
• Pre-Polishing & Surface Leveling: Erases intermediate shaping marks and refines flat facets, preparing stone girdles and cabochon domes for rapid buffing on polishing laps and soft wheels.
• True Flat Grinding Surface: Delivers sharp 90-degree corners and flat, uniform grinds on slabs, preforms, and cabochon girdles.
• Standard 1" Arbor with Reducer Bushings: Bored to 1" and supplied with precision bushing spacers to adapt seamlessly to 3/4", 5/8", and 1/2" machine arbors.

Applications

• Gemstone Cabbing & Pre-Polishing: Smoothing preformed cabochon surfaces and standardizing girdle lines on agate, jasper, quartz, petrified wood, and jade.
• Glass Cold Working & Beveling: Smoothing glass edges, beveling borders, and eliminating chip marks on art glass projects.
• Ceramic & Mineral Sizing: Flattening specimen bases, fossil slabs, and dense technical ceramics with accurate control.

Technical Specifications

• Diameter: 8 inches (200 mm)
• Width: 1-1/2 inches (38 mm)
• Grit: 1200 Grit (Pre-Polishing / Ultra-Fine Smoothing)
• Core Material: Solid Steel
• Bond Type: Electroplated Diamond
• Arbor Size: 1 inch (includes 3/4", 5/8", 1/2" reducer bushings)
• Recommended Operating Speed: 1400–1800 RPM

Operating Guidelines

• Always operate with adequate continuous water coolant to keep the workpiece cool and flush swarf from the diamond surface.
• Apply light to moderate, uniform hand pressure; let the diamond cut freely without forcing the workpiece against the steel core.
• Avoid grinding on the corner edges to prevent premature diamond stripping along the rim shoulder.