Slow Cutting & Chipping
Granite and quartz cut slowly and chip at the edge. The wrong bond or rim wastes slabs and slows every shift.
Inconsistent Batch Quality
Variable segment height and bond cause uneven cuts across orders - unacceptable for countertop-grade finish.
Poor Edge & Polishing Finish
Dull profiles and uneven polish hurt the final look. Fabricators need repeatable, high-gloss results.
Grinding
- Metal Bond Grinding Cup
- Diamond Router Bit
- Edge Grinding Wheel
- Backer Pad
Drilling
- Wet Core Drill Bit
- Sink Hole Drill
- Threaded Shank Bit
- Quick-Release Adapter
| Material | Recommended Bond | Blade Type | Segment Height | Cutting Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Granite | Soft bond | Turbo / Segmented | 15–20 mm | Wet preferred |
| Marble | Medium bond | Continuous Rim | 10–12 mm | Wet |
| Quartz / Engineered | Soft–Medium bond | Turbo Continuous | 12–15 mm | Wet (cooling critical) |
| Limestone / Travertine | Hard bond | Segmented | 10 mm | Dry / Wet |
Technical Tips for Stone Fabricators
Choose Bond by Hardness
Hard, dense stone (granite, quartz) needs a soft bond that releases diamonds fast. Soft abrasive stone needs a hard bond to avoid rapid wear.
Wet Cut Dense Stone
Granite and quartz generate heat - wet cutting extends blade life up to 50% and prevents micro-cracks at the edge.
Match RPM to Diameter
Overspeed fractures segments. Confirm your saw's RPM rating matches the blade diameter before first cut.
Sharpen New Blades
Cut a soft abrasive brick first to expose fresh diamonds and seat the segment for a cleaner initial cut.
Granite Factory in Brazil
- Production Manager, Brazilian Granite Factory
Stone Fabrication Tool Guide (PDF)
Bond chart, RPM table, and product specs for granite, marble & quartz.