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Selecting Right Diamond & CBN Tools for your Application
08
May
Key Variables in Diamond & CBN Tool Performance that affect your ROI
Understanding the variables that play an important role diamond tool performance is important for achieving optimal results & improving your return on investment (ROI). This article dives into essential factors such as selecting the appropriate...
17
May
Choosing The Correct Diamond Bond Type
Selecting the appropriate diamond bond type for specific applications is crucial for several reasons. Diamond bond type directly affects the tool's performance, efficiency, and longevity. Different bond types determine how well a tool can withstand...
How Diamond & CBN Tools Work
02
Jun
How to properly use Diamond Tools
UKAM Industrial Superhard Tools manufactures precision diamond tools for a large variety of applications, materials, and industries.
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02
Jun
How Diamond Tools Work
Diamond & CBN Tools represent the highest engineering of cutting and grinding technology. These tools use their unparalleled hardness and durability of diamonds to perform tasks beyond the capabilities of conventional tools.
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02
Jun
What is SMART CUT Technology
The sharpest and finest quality diamonds or CBN crystals that go into a SMART CUT Diamond Bond, immediately penetrate into the material, grinding and polishing as they cut.
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02
Jun
Diamond Tool Bond Hardness & wear resistance
Performance of Diamond or CBN Tools is not solely dependent on the diamond grit itself but also on the bond matrix that holds the diamonds in place. The bond matrix serves a dual function: retaining...
04
Aug
What are diamond dressers and their application
In the world of manufacturing, precision and efficiency are paramount. Among the various processes that contribute to achieving these objectives in abrasive grinding operations, truing and dressing stand out as critical steps. These...
04
Aug
How Diamond Tools are Manufactured: Step-by-Step Process Guide
Manufacturing diamond tools involves a series of technological processes to impregnated manmade or natural diamond into various diamond tools. Find info on how these types of tools are made.
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03
Jan
How to Properly Use Diamond Tools: A Complete Guide to Performance, Safety, and Tool Life
The use of diamond tools in the manufacturing and precision machining industries, as well as in construction, research, etc., is essential. They are used for a wide range of materials, including sharpening, cutting, grinding, and polishing...
Diamond & CBN Specifications
02
Jun
Why use diamond
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02
Jun
Diamond vs CBN (cubic boron nitride) Tools
Cubic Boron Nitride (CBN) is a synthetic material that is renowned for its exceptional hardness and high thermal stability. It is composed of boron and nitrogen atoms arranged in a crystal lattice structure, similar to...
02
Jun
Discover the Right Diamond Powder for Your Application: Choosing Between Monocrystalline and Polycrystalline Diamonds
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Diamond shape plays a significant role...
02
Jun
Diamond crystal quality – you get way you pay for
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The diamonds impregnated inside the bond matrix of the diamond &...
02
Jun
Diamond impact strength
Understanding the wear mechanisms of diamond crystals is essential for optimizing cutting performance in terms of both cutting ratio and speed. Diamond crystal loss, which primarily occurs through micro chipping rather than fracturing or pullout,...
02
Jun
What is Diamond Mesh Size and how to select best one for your application
Diamond grit size can be defined as the size of the diamond particles used in the bond matrix. The larger the diamond particles (grit size) the faster the tool will cut.
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02
Jun
What is Diamond Concentration and which to use for your application
Diamond concentration is measured based on the volume of diamond within a section of the tool. It is typically defined as Concentration 100, which equates to 4.4 carats per cubic centimeter of the diamond layer...
Diamond & CBN Bond Types
04
Aug
Resin Bond Tools
Learn everything you wanted to know about resin bond diamond tools. How they are made, what types are available and their application
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04
Aug
SINTERED (METAL BOND) DIAMOND TOOLS
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04
Aug
Electroplated Diamond Tools
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04
Aug
What is Chemical Vapor Deposition and its application
CVD (Chemical Vapor Deposition) diamond coating is an advanced technique used to significantly enhance the performance of cutting tools. This process is conducted in a vacuum chamber, where tools, typically made from carbide,...
04
Aug
What is Polycrystalline Diamond and its application
Polycrystalline Diamond (PCD), stand out for their utility in industrial applications. PCD is crafted through a meticulous process that combines small diamond particles using extreme heat and pressure, resulting in a material that...
Diamond & CBN Usage Principals
29
Aug
Selecting the Right Coolant Method for your Diamond & CBN Tools
Coolant is one of the most important factors in CNC machining when using diamond and CBN tools. These tools are made to cut and grind very hard materials, which naturally produces high amounts of friction...
02
Jun
Dressing Diamond Tools Why, How, When & Where
Dressing is the process of sharpening and exposing diamond particles within the bond matrix, allowing them to penetrate materials more effectively, minimize operational loads, and ensure high-quality cuts. Despite its critical role in tool performance,...
02
Jun
Material Holding Methods
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02
Jun
RPMs & Feed Rates Guide | UKAM
Selecting the right RPM (revolutions per minute) when using industrial diamond tools is a critical factor in achieving optimal results for a variety of applications. Whether you're slicing, dicing, drilling, grinding, or polishing, the RPM...
02
Jun
Material Guide
Learn everything you wanted to know about different materials and methods of working with them
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02
Jun
What is Surface Finish
Surface finish is typically measured in terms of roughness or smoothness. It influences the appearance, functionality, and performance of a product. A well-controlled surface finish can enhance the product's aesthetics, reduce friction, improve...
02
Jun
What are Tolerances, Accuracy, and repeatability
Tolerances, accuracy, and repeatability are essential concepts in the fields of engineering, manufacturing, and measurement. They all relate to the precision and consistency of a process, system, or measurement
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02
Jun
Diamond Tools compared with Abrasive Tools
Abrasive tools and diamond tools are two of the most widely used solutions for cutting, grinding, drilling, and polishing in manufacturing, research, and materials processing. While both serve the same purpose of removing material and...
04
Aug
Diamond vs. Laser and Water Jet
Machining with diamond tools and using diamond, laser, and water jet as cutting methods are all different processes with distinct advantages and applications
In selecting the most effective machining method...
12
Jan
Diamond Dressers: A Complete Guide to Types, Applications, and Best Practices in Grinding
Grinding is an important finishing and material-removal stage on components in manufacturing processes, which are secondary to precision, surface finish, and form errors of the workpieces. But wheels tend to lose their effectiveness through natural wear, loading,...
Coolant Articles
02
Nov
Diamond Tool Coolants Why, How, When & Where to Use
Coolant is one of the most overlooked variables in the overall diamond or cbn tool machining process. Effective and proper use of coolant and recalculating coolant system will pay off in terms of improved surface...
29
Aug
Selecting the Right Coolant Method for your Diamond & CBN Tools
Coolant is one of the most important factors in CNC machining when using diamond and CBN tools. These tools are made to cut and grind very hard materials, which naturally produces high amounts of friction...
02
Jun
SMART CUT® Water Soluble Coolant Usage Recommendations
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Mixing Ratios, Process, Best Practices, & Optimization
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08
Dec
Selecting the Right Dicing Surfactant / Fluid for Your Application
Selecting the correct dicing surfactant / fluid is essential for stable cutting, consistent kerf quality, and long blade life. Each operation places specific demands on lubrication, cooling, foaming control, and electrostatic behavior. You must choose...
09
Dec
How to Use SMART CUT XP Dicing Surfactants
SMART CUT® XP dicing surfactants should be introduced into the saw water supply in a controlled and consistent manner to ensure proper dilution, stable chemical performance, and uniform delivery to the cutting zone. Correct dosing equipment and proper setup help achieve full...
09
Dec
Dicing Surfactants Guide
Dicing surfactants support stable and consistent wafer dicing. You use them as part of a complete dicing fluid designed to cool the blade, flush debris, and protect exposed device surfaces. Modern semiconductor wafers contain smaller...
Diamond Wire & Band Saw Blades
02
Nov
Guide to Diamond Wire Sawing: Technologies, Wire Types, and Machine Designs
Diamond wire saws provide one of the most precise and reliable methods for sectioning both hard and fragile materials. The principle behind the process is simple yet highly effective. A thin wire embedded with fine...
02
Jun
Comparing Two Different Cutting Methods (Low Speed Saw vs. Wire Saw)
For metallography, sample preparation, materials research and working with large variety of materials, selecting the optimal cutting technology is crucial for achieving high-quality results across various materials and applications. This article delves into a comparative...
07
Oct
Selecting the Right Diamond Band Saw blade for your Application
Selecting the right diamond band saw blade is important for getting the best results in your cutting process. The right blade can help you achieve clean cuts, reduce material waste, and make your blades last...
17
Sep
Diamond Band Saw Blades Usage Recommendations & Best Practices
Diamond band saw blades are used for cutting large variety of materials from ultra hard ceramics to glass and composite materials. This article covers all critical usage recommendations and best practices for diamond band saw...
04
Aug
Diamond Wire vs band saw blades and circular blades
Diamond wire, band saw blades, and circular blades are all cutting tools used in various industries for different purposes. Each tool has its advantages and applications.
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Silicon Manufacturing
02
Jun
Silicon Fabrication Guide
Cutting silicon wafers is a critical process in the manufacturing of semiconductor devices, where precision and control are paramount to the success of the final products. Silicon, a semi-metallic or metalloid, is the base material...
08
Jul
Manufacturing Processes for Silicon Semiconductors From Ingot to Integrated Circuit
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08
Jul
The Comprehensive Guide to the Processes of Silicon Wafers Production
The production of silicon wafers, an essential component in semiconductor manufacturing, involves several intricate steps to ensure precision and quality. This article explores the detailed processes depicted in the provided illustration, covering both monocrystalline and...
Diamond & CBN Wheels
02
Jun
CBN (Cubic Boron Nitride) Grinding Wheels – Everything you wanted to know
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02
Jun
Diamond & CBN Wheel Troubleshooting Guide
Our illustrated troubleshooting guide was designed to help you optimize your grinding operations. It assists in diagnosing most possible issues that may arise when using diamond & CBN WHEELS. This guide highlights the signs to watch out for, their...
Diamond Core Bit Articles
02
Jun
Diamond Core Bit Ultimate Guide
Diamond Core Bits for Concrete & Construction are available in countless of specifications. Diamond core bits, known for their unmatched durability and cutting ability, are a necessity for professionals needing to drill through reinforced concrete,...
02
Jun
Concrete Drilling Metrics – Optimizing your Diamond Core Bit
Recommendations on speeds, feed rates and equipment to use to obtain best return on investment for using diamond core bits for drilling concrete and related materials
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02
Jun
Optimal Drilling Performance – How to Properly Use Diamond Core Bits
To achieve the best drilling results, it's important to know the right techniques and tips for using diamond core bits. Whether you're experienced or new to construction and drilling, using these bits properly can make...
Metallography / Sample Preparation
11
Jun
Selecting the Right Diamond Suspension for your Application – Monocrystalline or Polycrystalline?
Selecting the correct diamond suspension, whether monocrystalline or polycrystalline, has a significant impact on the quality and efficiency of the polishing and material removal processes. Understanding the properties and applications of both types of suspensions can...
17
Jun
Improve Sample Quality & Optimize your Polishing Operating for Metallography & Sample Preparation
Polishing is important step in metallography & sample preparation for revealing the true microstructure of materials, including grain boundaries, phases, and inclusions, which provide insights into material properties and history. This guide is designed to...
26
Jun
Optimize your Grinding Operation for Metallography & Sample Preparation
Grinding is a fundamental mechanical process in metallography that involves removing material from a specimen using hard, abrasive particles. This process is essential for preparing specimens for microscopic examination as it establishes a smooth and...
08
Jul
Low Speed Saw Case Studies
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11
Sep
What is the difference between Lapping, Grinding, & Polishing
Some of the major differences include the type and diamond mesh size of diamond discs used, type and size of abrasives used and their holding method. Other factors include RPM’s (speed) used and pressure applied...
29
Jan
Guide to Selecting the Right SMART CUT® Metallographic / Metallurgical Polishing Cloth & Pads for Your Application
Proper selection of SMART CUT® Metallographic / Metallurgical Polishing Cloths and Pads is important to achieving best results in metallography and sample preparation. These products are specially designed for precision, durability, and compatibility with various...
30
Jan
Select the Right Silicon Carbide Paper Discs for Metallography Sample Preparation
Selecting the right silicon carbide paper for metallographic sample preparation is important for achieving accurate and reliable results in material analysis. The grinding and polishing process plays a fundamental role in preparing specimens for microscopic...
30
Jan
Upgrading Metallography Grinding with Silicon Carbide Paper
This guide covers the best practices for using silicon carbide paper in metallography. It includes tips on proper grit progression, optimizing pressure and speed settings, preventing common issues, and extending the life of the abrasive....
19
Feb
Sample Preparation Consumables for Metallography: Selection, Function, and Best Practices
Careful sample preparation is the key to good metallographic analysis. Although equipment features and process conditions are significant factors, the impact of sample preparation consumables is equally crucial for surface quality, reproducibility, and trustworthiness in microstructural assessment. Consumables...
Diamond Blade Articles
02
Jun
How to Properly Use Precision Diamond & CBN Blades
The diamond & cbn blade itself is just one element in the complex process of successful cutting. Precision diamond sawing combines both art and science, requiring a thorough understanding of the right RPMs,...
02
Jun
Precision & Ultra Thin Diamond Blade Guide
Diamond and CBN blades are available in an extensive array of varieties, each differing in bond types, manufacturing methods, and design specifics. Ultra Thin & High Precision Diamond Blades are particularly versatile, applicable...
02
Jun
Troubleshooting Diamond Sawing Problems
Having issues with your diamond cutting operation? This Illustrated Guide can help. Learn the most common problems most people have in using diamond cutting blades. How to resolve them and avoid them in...
02
Jun
How to Improve & Optimize Your Diamond Sawing Operation
There are numerous variables that affect the performance of diamond and CBN cutting blades. Understanding these variables will help end users select the right diamond blade specifications for their applications and optimize their cutting operations to achieve the...
02
Jun
Evaluating & Comparing Diamond Blades
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31
Jul
Top 5 Diamond & CBN Cutting Blade Performance Metrics
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01
Aug
Diamond & CBN Cutting Blade Performance Metrics that you Should Know
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02
Aug
Total Cost of Ownership & Why its Important
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Understanding Tradeoffs- Searching for Perfect Diamond & CBN Blade
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19
Aug
Understanding & Calculating Return on Investment for Diamond & CBN Blades
The term "ROI" (Return On Investment) is frequently mentioned across various industries, often with different interpretations depending on the context. However, few take the time to thoroughly understand what ROI truly represents and its specific...
10
Oct
Everything You Wanted to Know About Cutting Glass with Diamond Blades
Cutting glass is a delicate process that requires the right set up, technique and process to avoid cracks, chips, or fractures. The inherent brittleness and hardness of glass make it challenging to work with, requiring...
26
Dec
Select right Diamond Blade for your application
Selecting the right parameters for your Precision & Ultra Thin Diamond Blade can be a very time consuming, trial & error frustrating process. The guide below has been designed to help you better understand the most...
Diamond Lapidary Blade Articles
08
Apr
Mastering the Art of Lapidary cutting
Mastering the Art of Lapidary, Gemstone, Cabochon, & Slab Cutting: A Comprehensive Guide to Slab and Trim Sawing Techniques
The process of transforming rough lapidary rocks & gemstones into beautiful, polished pieces is both an art...
10
Apr
What Makes a Great Diamond Lapidary Blade
Cutting is a foundational step in the lapidary process, and the choice of diamond Lapidary blade significantly influences subsequent stages. While the market offers a plethora of blades for lapidary work, their performance and quality...
10
Apr
Signs of a High Quality Diamond Lapidary Blade
Getting the best results when using lapidary blades is not only skill but also about using the right blade for the application. When we talk about a good blade for lapidary application, we are really...
12
Apr
How to Properly Use Diamond Lapidary Blades
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Welcome to the User Guide on How to Properly Use Diamond Lapidary Blades. This guide is designed to provide detailed insights...
Diamond Hole Saws / Composites Articles
12
Sep
Drilling Composite Materials Using Diamond Drills & Hole Saws
Drilling composite materials presents a unique set of challenges due to their heterogeneous nature, which combines different materials with varying properties. To achieve precision and maintain the integrity of both the tool and the workpiece,...
12
Sep
Selecting Right Diamond Drills & Tools for Drilling Composites
Drilling composite materials, such as Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer (CFRP), Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer (GFRP), Kevlar, and hybrid laminates, presents unique challenges due to their abrasive nature, heterogeneous structure, and susceptibility to issues like delamination,...
Dicing Blade Articles
01
Jun
Optimizing QFN Package Dicing Process Using SMART CUT® Dicing Blades
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Dicing QFN packages presents several challenges due to the composition of materials and the precision required for clean, defect-free cuts. These challenges arise from the multi-layered structure of...
01
Jun
Select right Diamond Dicing Blade for your application
Selecting the right dicing blade for your application requires careful consideration of several key variables that influence both performance and cost. The type of material being cut, the depth of the required cuts, the level...
02
Jun
Dicing Blade Operations Recommendations
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Selecting the right dicing blade parameters often involves a trial and error process, many aspects of which can be mitigated through experience and a deep understanding of how to...
02
Jun
Optimizing your Diamond Dicing Performance
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The performance of diamond dicing blades is influenced by a wide range of interdependent variables, and understanding these factors is essential for selecting the correct blade specifications and...
02
Jun
Trouble Shooting Dicing Problems
Guide on most common dicing problems and how to resolve them
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Jun
Application Recommendations
This article provides important guidelines for optimizing the dicing process in semiconductor packaging, focusing on package singulation for various technologies such as BGA, QFN, LED, CMOS, and wafer substrates. It covers key variables such as...
02
Jun
Dicing Blade Case Studies
Selecting the right dicing blade is important to achieving high yields, superior edge quality, and consistent reliability in microelectronics and optics manufacturing. Across industries such as semiconductors, electronics packaging, photonics, and precision optics, even small...
27
Aug
Selecting the Right Wafer Dicing Saw Practical Guide
Selecting the proper wafer dicing saw is a important decision for manufacturers, researchers, and engineers working with large variety of materials. Whether processing silicon wafers in microelectronics, ceramics in materials science, or glass substrates in...
17
Sep
Total Cost of Ownership – Measuring the Real Economics of Diamond Dicing
Many companies still judge diamond dicing blades by purchase price alone. At first, the cheapest blade may appear to be the best choice. However, price does not equal cost. The real economics of diamond dicing...
18
Sep
From Silicon Wafer to Microchip: The Role of Dicing in Integrated Circuit Manufacturing
The making of the integrated circuit is a long and complex process that involves many critical steps. In most cases, the wafer travels to multiple facilities before it is completed and turned into the final...
19
Sep
Improving Diamond Dicing Blade Performance: Key Factors and Strategies
Diamond dicing is one of the most important step in semiconductor & microelectronics manufacturing package. Although the process itself does not add direct value to the finished device, it has a decisive impact on yield,...
26
Nov
Practical Guide to Semiconductor Wafer Dicing: Materials, Blades, and Process Optimization
Semiconductor wafers are the foundation of nearly all modern electronics, from integrated circuits and photonic devices to advanced power components. As device geometries shrink and packaging density increases, the requirements placed on wafer dicing processes...
Diamond Drill Articles
02
Jun
Select Right Diamond Drill for your Application
Learn important diamond drill methodology. understand diamond drill specifications and their differences Selecting the right Diamond Drills/Bits for your application is key to obtaining desired diamond drilling results. Using the Right Diamond Drill will...
02
Jun
How to Properly Use Precision Diamond Drills
Step by step guide on how to properly use and care for your diamond drills. Selecting the right diamond drill/diamond drill bit parameters, often involves a trial and error process. Many which can be avoided...
02
Jun
Diamond Core Drills: Materials, Applications & Selection Guide
Diamond are used across large variety of industries and applications. This guide explores the wide range of diamond drill types, including hollow core drills designed for removing a cylindrical core, non-core formation drills that grind...
02
Jun
Diamond Tools Guide – Selecting Right Drills & Tools for your application
These tools are used for many different industries grinding and shaping material into different forms, expanding exiting inside diameters, grinding, finishing and polishing existing material. Grinding different angles and radius, creating cavities of various forms,...
02
Jun
Optimizing your Diamond Drilling Operation
There are numerous factors that influence the performance of diamond drills. Understanding these factors helps users select the appropriate diamond drill specifications for their specific applications, optimizing drilling operations to achieve maximum efficiency....
02
Jun
Micro Drilling Guide
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02
Jun
Selecting Right Drilling Equipment for your Application. What you features & functionality you should look for?
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There are hundreds or even thousands of different drilling equipment options. Selecting the right equipment for a specific application involves carefully considering several variables and attributes of the...
03
May
Diamond Core Drill & Drill Trouble Shooting Guide
Learn the most common problems most people have in using diamond drills. How to resolve them and avoid them in first place
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Troubleshooting Drilling Problems
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09
Sep
Understanding & Calculating Return on Investment for Diamond Core Drills & Other Tools
The term "ROI" (Return On Investment) is widely used across industries, often interpreted differently depending on the context. However, few truly understand what ROI represents and its specific implications, particularly in the context of diamond...
09
Sep
Understanding Tradeoffs – Searching for Perfect Diamond Drill & Tool
Choosing the right diamond drill or tool can significantly impact efficiency, cost, and quality. However, this is not a simple and clear-cut process. Selecting the optimal drill or tool involves navigating a complex landscape of...
19
Sep
Why Use Diamond Drills?
Diamond, known as the hardest material on Earth, enables diamond drills and tools to grind away material at a micro (nano) scale. This extreme hardness allows diamond tools to effectively work on materials with a...
20
Sep
Diamond Drill Terminology Guide – Key Terms Explained for Precision Drilling
How to fine tune each of these variables to improve and optimize your drilling operation in the success of your diamond drilling operation
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09
Oct
How to Properly Use Diamond Carving Points
Diamond carving points are essential tools for anyone working with hard materials like glass, stone, and metals. These tools facilitate detailed tasks such as engraving and finishing, offering precise control and enabling you to work...
10
Mar
Selecting Right Diamond Drill for your Application
Selecting the right diamond drill or bit for your application is one of the most important steps in achieving successful drilling results. The correct choice not only improves accuracy and efficiency but also saves time, reduces costs,...
Diamond & CBN Wafering Blade Articles
02
Jun
Selecting Right Wafering Blade for your application
Cross Sectioning is the first and most important step in the sample preparation process. Getting the best results involves obtaining a smooth surface finish, minimum chipping, material deformation, without sacrificing cutting speed. Today, most laboratories, work with dozens...
22
Apr
Diamond & CBN Wafering Blade Performance Metrics
When evaluating Diamond & CBN wafering blades, especially for metallography and sample preparation, it is critical to consider a set of key evaluation criteria and performance metrics. These factors help determine the effectiveness of a...
02
Jun
Wafering Blade Usage Recommendations
The wafering/sectioning blade itself is only a small factor in your sectioning operation. Successful wafering/sectioning operation is both an art & science. Requiring proper use and understanding of selecting the right diamond wafering/sectioning...
02
Jun
Wafering Blade Case Studies
Diamond & CBN Wafering Blade Case Studies
This study evaluates the cutting performance of SMART CUT® Diamond & CBN Wafering Blades compared to Conventional Wafering Blades under identical test conditions. The objective was to measure differences...
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Apr
Diamond & CBN Wafering Blade Guide
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All you need to know about wafering blades (understanding variables & specifications)
This guide is designed to help you navigate the various variables and possibilities associated with diamond wafering...
24
Apr
Understanding & Comparing Diamond & CBN Wafering Blades
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Diamond wafering blades are designed for sectioning a large variety of materials and sample types. In order to identify the best diamond wafering blade for your specific material/application,...
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