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Selecting the correct grit size for a diamond milling wheel is critical to achieving optimal performance. The wrong grit can shorten tool life, damage stone surfaces, or compromise finish quality. This article provides a comprehensive guide to choosing grit size based on stone type, backed by professional insights and practical recommendations.
Grit size refers to the coarseness of the diamond particles bonded to the wheel. Larger grits are more aggressive and remove material faster, while smaller grits deliver smoother finishes. In stone processing, the correct grit size ensures efficiency, safety, and consistency. An understanding of grit selection also prevents premature wear on high-value wheels like Brolangt bush hammer plates, often paired with milling wheels for surface prep.
Granite’s hardness requires a coarse grit (30–60). Coarser grits prevent glazing and ensure aggressive stock removal. For calibration or leveling of slabs, a 40-grit silent core milling wheel is often preferred due to its reduced vibration.
Marble is softer than granite and demands finer grits (80–120) to prevent chipping. Finer grit wheels extend the stone’s polish potential and minimize microfractures. For intermediate stages, bush hammers like the SDS Max Bush Hammer Tool can be used to prepare marble for subsequent finer grinding.
Concrete surfaces vary widely. For rough leveling, start with 30–50 grit. For surface prep before coatings, 60–80 grit is recommended. A versatile option is combining a SDS Plus Bush Hammer for surface profiling and a 60-grit milling wheel for smoothing.
These softer stones should be processed with 100–200 grit for finer finishes. Coarse grits may gouge the surface, while finer grits enhance color and clarity. The 5-inch Brolangt Bush Hammer Plate is a useful companion tool for prepping softer stones before fine milling.
Users often assume a single grit size is sufficient. This leads to overuse of coarse wheels on delicate materials or underuse of fine wheels on hard stones. Another frequent mistake is ignoring the role of bush hammers in preconditioning surfaces. Proper sequencing—from coarse grit to fine grit—avoids tool damage and inconsistent finishes.
The correct grit size for diamond milling wheels depends on the stone type, application stage, and finish requirement. By matching grit size to material properties, operators maximize efficiency, extend tool life, and achieve professional-grade finishes. Whether working with granite, marble, concrete, or sandstone, thoughtful grit selection ensures consistent results.
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Tags: Diamond Milling Wheel, Grit Size, Granite, Marble, Concrete, Stone Processing, Brolangt Tools
