{"title":"Cabbing Machine","description":"\u003cstyle\u003ebody{font-family:Arial,sans-serif;line-height:1.6;margin:20px;}h1,h2{color:#333;}table{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin-bottom:30px;}th,td{border:1px solid #ccc;padding:8px;text-align:left;}th{background-color:#f8f8f8;}a{color:#0073e6;text-decoration:none;}a:hover{text-decoration:underline;}.cta-btn{display:block;width:100%;text-align:center;background:linear-gradient(90deg,#ff7a00,#ff9900);color:#fff;padding:14px;font-size:18px;font-weight:bold;border-radius:6px;margin:20px 0;text-decoration:none;transition:transform 0.2s,background 0.3s;}.cta-btn:hover{background:linear-gradient(90deg,#e96b00,#ff7a00);transform:scale(1.03);}@media(max-width:768px){h1{font-size:24px;}h2{font-size:20px;}p,li{font-size:15px;line-height:1.6;}.cta-btn{font-size:16px;padding:12px;}}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cheader\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(51,51,51); font-size: 24px;\"\u003eCabbing Machines – Professional Lapidary Gemstone Grinding \u0026amp; Polishing Equipment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessional cabbing machines for grinding, shaping, and polishing gemstones and cabochons. Multi-wheel configurations allow a complete workflow from rough shaping through final polish in a single machine setup. Compatible with standard 6\" and 8\" diamond grinding wheels, expandable drum sanding belts, and polishing pads. Suitable for agate, jasper, turquoise, quartz, obsidian, and most lapidary stone materials. Always use with water cooling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca class=\"cta-btn\" href=\"\/pl\/collections\/cabbing-machine\"\u003e🔥 Shop Cabbing Machines\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable Models \u0026amp; Pricing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWheel Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrice\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; color: #999;\" colspan=\"4\"\u003eProducts coming soon — check back for updates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCabbing Machine Workflow\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWheel\/Pad Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePurpose\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1. Rough shaping\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiamond grinding wheel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60 – 80\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInitial dome forming, material removal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2. Medium shaping\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiamond grinding wheel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e220 – 325\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDome profile refinement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3. Fine grinding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiamond sanding belt \/ wheel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e600 – 1200\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSurface smoothing, scratch removal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4. Pre-polish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiamond smoothing pad\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3000 – 14000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNear-scratch-free surface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5. Final polish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFelt \/ leather pad + compound\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMirror finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLapidary cabochon grinding and polishing — agate, jasper, quartz, turquoise, obsidian\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGemstone shaping for jewelry settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative stone finishing for collectors and artists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete shaping-to-polish workflow in a single machine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with 6\" and 8\" diamond grinding wheels and polishing pads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Tools\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/pl\/collections\/diamond-resin-soft-grinding-wheels\"\u003eDiamond Resin Soft Grinding Wheels\u003c\/a\u003e — Flexible wheels for cabochon dome shaping on cabbing machines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/pl\/collections\/diamond-flat-hard-wheels\"\u003eDiamond Flat Hard Wheels\u003c\/a\u003e — Rigid flat wheels for flat surface grinding stages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/pl\/collections\/expandable-drum-wheels\"\u003eExpandable Drum Wheels\u003c\/a\u003e — Rubber drums for sanding belt stages on cabbing machines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/pl\/collections\/diamond-smoothing-pads\"\u003eDiamond Smoothing Pads\u003c\/a\u003e — Resin pre-polish pads for fine pre-polish stages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/pl\/collections\/felt-polishing-pad\"\u003eFelt Polishing Pads\u003c\/a\u003e — Final polish pads with diamond compound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/pl\/collections\/lapidary-machines-equipment\"\u003eLapidary Machines \u0026amp; Equipment\u003c\/a\u003e — Full range of lapidary machines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is a cabbing machine used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: A cabbing machine (cabochon machine) is a multi-wheel lapidary unit designed for grinding, shaping, and polishing gemstones into cabochons — smooth, domed gem forms used in jewelry and decorative work. The machine typically has multiple wheels or drums at different grit stages, allowing a complete workflow from rough stone to mirror-polished cabochon in a single setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What stones can I cab with a lapidary cabbing machine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Cabbing machines work with most lapidary stones including agate, jasper, turquoise, obsidian, quartz, petrified wood, malachite, and labradorite. Harder gem materials (sapphire, ruby, topaz — Mohs 8–9) require diamond wheels rated for hard materials and slower grinding speeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What wheel sizes do cabbing machines use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Most standard cabbing machines use 6\" or 8\" diameter wheels and drums. Always verify your machine's wheel size specification before ordering replacement wheels, sanding belts, or polishing pads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Do cabbing machines require water cooling?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes — always use water cooling when operating a cabbing machine. Water prevents heat buildup that can crack heat-sensitive stones (opal, turquoise), extends wheel and belt life, and produces cleaner, chip-free grinding results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the difference between a cabbing machine and a faceting machine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: A cabbing machine is designed for shaping smooth, curved cabochon forms — no precise angle control is required. A faceting machine is designed for cutting flat, angled facets at precise angles and azimuths to produce brilliant-cut faceted gemstones. Cabbing machines are generally easier to learn and suited for opaque to translucent stones; faceting machines are used for transparent gem materials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"6-inch-6-wheel-stainless-steel-arbor-cabbing-machine-lapidary-grinding-polishing","title":"6\"x6 Wheel Stainless Steel Arbor Cabbing Machine for Lapidary Grinding \u0026 Stone Polishing","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003e6×6 Stainless Steel Arbor\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-quality, durable machine designed for precise cutting of brittle materials such as glass, ceramics, crystals, and super-hard stones. 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