Blades for Precision Cutters
BLADES the 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).
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.
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.
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 | |||||
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Precision Sectioning Blades for IsoMet® Cutters, 0.5in [12.7mm] Arbor (Qty 1) [Blade Thickness is listed under Part Number] |
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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] |
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IsoMet 20HC - Aggressive general sectioning of non-ferrous materials |
11-4215 0.020in [0.5mm] |
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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] |
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IsoMet 20LC - Hard tough materials, structural ceramics, boron nitride, silicon nitride |
11-4225 0.02in [0.5mm] |
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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] |
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IsoMet 10LC - Medium to Soft Ceramics, Glass Fiber Reinforced Composites |
11-4283 0.006in [0.15mm] |
11-4285 0.015in [0.4mm] |
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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] |
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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] |
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Cup Grinder for Ceramic & Geological Materials | 11-2740 |
Orbital Abrasive Blades Selection, 1.25in [32mm] Arbor (Qty 10) [Blade Thickness is listed under Part Number] |
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Recommended Use |
12in [305mm] Orbital |
14in [356mm] Orbital |
16in [406mm] Orbital |
18in [457mm] Orbital |
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Superalloys, General Steel, Non-Ferrous |
12-4405-010 0.055in [1.4mm] |
12-4305-010 0.063in [1.6mm] |
12-5605-010 0.075in [1.9mm] |
12-5805-010• 0.1in [2.5mm] |
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Ferrous materials >HR60 |
12-4410-010 0.105in [2.7mm] |
12-4310-010 0.105in [2.7mm] |
12-5610-010 0.125in [3mm] |
12-5810-010 0.153in [3.8mm] |
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Ferrous materials HRC50-60 |
12-4410-010 0.105in [2.7mm] |
12-4310-010 0.105in [2.7mm] |
12-5612-010 0.125in [3mm] |
12-5816-010 0.153in [3.8mm] |
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Ferrous materials HRC35-50 |
12-4416-010 0.105in [2.7mm] |
12-4316-010 0.105in [2.7mm] |
12-5616-010 0.125in [3mm] |
12-5816-010 0.153in [3.8mm] |
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Ferrous materials HRC15-35 |
12-4420-010 0.105in [2.7mm] |
12-4320-010 0.087in [2.2mm] |
12-5616-010 0.125in [3mm] |
12-5816-010 0.153in [3.8mm] |
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Titanium Alloys, Zirconium Alloys, Ductile materials |
12-5645-010 0.075in [1.9mm] |
AcuThin® Blades | |||||
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AcuThin® Abrasive Blades for IsoMet® Precision Cutters, 0.5in [12.7mm] Arbor (Qty 10) [Blade Thickness is listed under Part Number] |
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Recommended Use | 5in [127mm] | 7in [178mm] | 150mm | 200mm | |
Tool Steel, hard steel, HRC45 & Up |
10-4060-010 0.019in [0.48mm] |
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Medium hard, soft steel, HRC45 & Below |
10-4061-010 0.019in [0.48mm] |
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Steel, Stainless Steel |
11-4207-010 0.030in [0.76mm] |
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Hard, soft non-ferrous materials |
11-4217-010 0.030in [0.76mm] |
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Tough materials and general use |
1015998E 1mm |
1020998E* 1.5mm |
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*IsoMet High Speed Pro Only |
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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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