Blades for Precision Cutters

BLADES THAT GIVE EXCELLENT CUT QUALITY

Diamond and CBN

Blades for Precision Cutters

Buehler offers diamond and CBN (Cubic Boron Nitride) cutting blades, ranging from 3″ [76mm] to 8″ [203mm], when you need delicate and precise sectioning with superb surface quality. Buehler offers a wide range of blades for precision cutters various materials so you can be confident that your sample will get the best possible cut. To use your precision saw to cut non-delicate samples, we also offer compatible abrasive blades.

Precise and Clean Cut

Our precision blades save processing time by producing the cleanest surface on even the most delicate samples.

Choosing A Blade for Your Precision Cutter

Buehler offers two types of precision sectioning blades, the IsoMet^® series uses diamond abrasive while the IsoCut^® series uses CBN (Cubic Boron Nitride) abrasive. This makes IsoMet blades ideal for a variety of applications while IsoCut blades excel at cutting ferrous materials.

To quickly cut non-delicate samples with your precision saw, choose from our selection of AcuThin^® abrasive blades. When using abrasive blades with your precision saw, it is highly recommended to combine with our external recirculation system (11-2640).

Precision Sectioning Blades

Buehler’s wafering blades are precision tools that provide efficient long-lasting performance in your labs.

IsoMet^® Series

Buehler’s IsoMet diamond wafering blades provide precise and accurate sectioning of samples, and the best quality cuts in your process.

These specially formulated diamond blades give accurate cuts without the mess or inconvenience of thicker conventional abrasive cut-off wheels.

IsoCut^® Series

Buehler’s IsoCut family of CBN (Cubic Boron Nitride) wafering blades are a great choice to section iron, cobalt, and nickel-based alloys and superalloys.

The IsoCut thin blades provide precise sectioning capability on difficult to cut samples and can significantly reduce sectioning time on ferrous materials compared to conventional diamond blades in the market.

AcuThin^® Blades

Buehler’s AcuThin series thin blades are ideal when you need to quickly cut non-delicate samples with your precision saw.

Ordering

Precision Blades
Precision Sectioning Blades for IsoMet® Cutters, 0.5in [12.7mm] Arbor (Qty 1) [Blade Thickness is listed under Part Number]
Recommended Use	3in [76mm]	4in [102mm]	5in [127mm]	6in [152mm]
Use with Saws	All	All	All	1000 IsoMet High Speed Pro
IsoMet 30HC - Polymers Rubber, Soft Gummy Materials, epoxies			11-4239 0.030in [0.76mm]
IsoMet 20HC - Aggressive general sectioning of non-ferrous materials			11-4215 0.020in [0.5mm]
IsoMet 15HC - Blades for routine use, metal matrix composites, PC boards, bone, titanium, thermal spray coatings, otoliths	11-4243 0.006in [0.15mm]	11-4244 0.012in [0.3mm]	11-4245 0.015in [0.4mm]	11-4246 0.02in [0.5mm]
IsoMet 20LC - Hard tough materials, structural ceramics, boron nitride, silicon nitride			11-4225 0.02in [0.5mm]
IsoMet 15LC - Hard and brittle materials, structural ceramics, glass, electronic substrates, alumina, zirconia, concrete	11-4253 0.006in [0.15mm]	11-4254 0.012in [0.3mm]	11-4255 0.015in [0.4mm]	11-4276 0.02in [0.5mm]
IsoMet 10LC - Medium to Soft Ceramics, Glass Fiber Reinforced Composites	11-4283 0.006in [0.15mm]		11-4285 0.015in [0.4mm]
IsoMet 5LC - Soft, Friable Ceramics, Composites with Fine Reinforcing, CaF₂, MgF₂, Carbon Composites	11-4293 0.006in [0.15mm]		11-4295 0.015in [0.4mm]
IsoCut CBN - Ferrous materials, nickel, cobalt, lead-based alloys and super alloys	11-4263 0.006in [0.15mm]	11-5264 0.012in [0.3mm]	11-5265 0.015in [0.4mm]	11-5266 0.02in [0.5mm]
Cup Grinder for Ceramic & Geological Materials			11-2740

Precision Blades
Precision Sectioning Blades for IsoMet® Cutters, 0.5in [12.7mm] Arbor (Qty 1) [Blade Thickness is listed under Part Number]
Recommended Use	7in [178mm]	8in [203mm]	Dressing Stick*
Use with Saws	1000 IsoMet High Speed Pro	IsoMet High Speed Pro
IsoMet 30HC* - Polymers Rubber, Soft Gummy Materials	11-4241 0.03in [0.76mm]	11-4242 0.035in [0.9mm]	Blade should not be dressed
IsoMet 20HC - Aggressive general sectioning of non-ferrous materials	11-4237 0.025in [0.6mm]	11-4238 0.035in [0.9mm]	11-1190 11-2490
IsoMet 15HC - Blades for routine use, metal matrix composites, PC boards, bone, titanium, thermal spray coatings	11-4247 0.025in [0.6mm]	11-4248 0.035in [0.9mm]	11-1190 11-2490
IsoMet 20LC - Hard tough materials, structural ceramics, boron nitride, silicon nitride	11-4227 0.025in [0.6mm]	11-4228 0.035in [0.9mm]	11-1190 11-2490
IsoMet 15LC - Hard Brittle Materials, Glass, Al₂O₃, ZrO₃, Concrete	11-4277 0.025in [0.6mm]	11-4279 0.045in [1.1mm]	11-1190 11-2490
IsoMet 10LC - Medium to Soft Ceramics, Glass Fiber Reinforced Composites	11-4287 0.02in [0.5mm]	11-4288 0.045in [1.1mm]	11-1290
IsoMet 5LC - Soft, Friable Ceramics, Composites with Fine Reinforcing, CaF₂, MgF₂, Carbon Composites			11-1290
IsoCut CBN - Ferrous materials, nickel, cobalt, lead-based alloys and super alloys	11-5267 0.025in [0.6mm]	11-5268 0.035in [0.9mm]	11-1190 11-2490
All Blades (Except 30HC) come with a Dressing Stick included. The Part Numbers shown in the table can be used for re-ordering the Dressing Sticks. * Use an IsoMet 30HC blade for cutting a PWB when using Table Saw Attachment

AcuThin^® Blades
AcuThin® Abrasive Blades for IsoMet^® Precision Cutters, 0.5in [12.7mm] Arbor (Qty 10) [Blade Thickness is listed under Part Number]
Recommended Use	5in [127mm]	7in [178mm]	150mm	200mm
Tool Steel, hard steel, HRC45 & Up	10-4060-010 0.019in [0.48mm]
Medium hard, soft steel, HRC45 & Below	10-4061-010 0.019in [0.48mm]
Steel, Stainless Steel		11-4207-010 0.030in [0.76mm]
Hard, soft non-ferrous materials		11-4217-010 0.030in [0.76mm]
Tough materials and general use			1015998E 1mm	1020998E* 1.5mm
*IsoMet High Speed Pro Only

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I tell if my diamond wafering blade is worn out?

There are two ways to check if a diamond wafering blade is worn out.

By eye examine the edge of the blade from the side.
Examine the blade edge by viewing “edge on” through a stereoscope or a microscope.

Do I need to use dressing stick with my new precision blades?

New wafering blades must be dressed 5-7 times before first use to remove metal matrix and expose abrasive grains for free cutting action.

How do I perform blade dressing?

Blade dressing should be performed at a low speed (100-200 rpm) and when cutting time increases 20-25% above initial cut time. Dress blades 2 times for subsequent dressings.

One or more dressing cuts may be required when cutting certain ductile metals and alloys to remove excess metal from the blade. Non-metals such as ceramics, glass and minerals rarely require dressing beyond the first one.

What lubricant do you suggest to use along with diamond wafering blades?

Buehler Cool 3 Fluid is recommended for most applications.

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