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At a Glance
Quick Decision Guide
Diameter
10"
Grit
#50
Material
Granite
Bond Type
Metal
Color
Green
Recommended Speed
400 RPM
Operating Pressure
Medium to Light
Water Use
Constant Water Flow
Why Choose This Product
Key Benefits
Aggressive Granite Grinding
Removes gang saw marks and smooths granite surfaces
Honing Preparation
Prepares granite for the transition into polishing grits
Four-Grit Progression
Available in #50, #80, #200 and #400 grits
Consistent Performance
Metal bond formulation supports fast, repeatable results
Long Wheel Life
Bonded diamond construction supports extended grinding and honing use
Controlled Wet Operation
Recommended at 400 RPM with medium to light pressure and constant water
Product Information
Product Details
Specifications
Brand
Alpha®
Part Number
SM100050
UPC
749173471100
Product Type
Metal Bond Grinding & Honing Wheel
Diameter
10"
Grit
#50
Color
Green
Bond Type
Metal
Recommended Material
Granite
Primary Use
Grinding & Honing
Surface Preparation
Removes Gang Saw Marks & Prepares Granite for Polishing
Polisher Compatibility
Radial Arm Wet Polishers
Recommended Speed
400 RPM
Recommended Pressure
Medium to Light
Water Requirement
Constant Water Flow
Applications
Countertops, Tabletops, Slab Backsides & Monument Surfaces
About This Product
Metal Bond Diamond Grinding Wheels for Granite
Alpha® Summit Metal Bond Wheels begin the granite polishing process by grinding and honing the surface before polishing grits are used. These metal-bonded diamond grinding wheels remove gang saw marks and smooth flat granite surfaces in preparation for the following polishing stages.
Granite Surface Preparation for Fabrication and Monument Work
Each granite grinding wheel can be used on countertops, tabletops, and the backsides of granite slabs. The wheels also support monument work involving interior walls, sides, undersides, and tops where a smooth, properly prepared surface is required before polishing.
Wet Grinding at 400 RPM
These bonded grinding wheels are formulated for aggressive material removal, consistent results, and long service life. Alpha recommends operating them at 400 RPM with medium to light pressure and a constant flow of water for best performance.
Progressive Grits from #50 to #400
Summit Metal Bond Grinding Wheels are available in #50, #80, #200, and #400 grits for progressive granite surface preparation. The complete product line includes 6", 8", and 10" diameters, while the variants listed here are 10" wheels available in all four grits for common radial arm wet polishers.
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Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Alpha Summit Metal Bond Grinding Wheels used for?
They are used to grind and hone granite before polishing. The wheels remove gang saw marks, smooth the surface, and prepare it for the transition into polishing grits.
Are Summit Metal Bond Wheels diamond grinding wheels?
Yes. They are metal-bonded diamond grinding wheels formulated for aggressive grinding and honing of granite surfaces.
What type of machine should be used with these grinding wheels?
Alpha Summit Metal Bond Wheels are designed for radial arm wet polishers and fit most common radial arm polishing equipment.
What operating speed does Alpha recommend?
Alpha recommends operating the wheels at 400 RPM with medium to light pressure and constant water flow.
Do Summit Metal Bond Grinding Wheels require water?
Yes. The wheels are designed for wet operation, and Alpha recommends maintaining a constant flow of water during grinding and honing.
What granite surfaces can these wheels be used on?
They can be used on granite countertops, tabletops, slab backsides, and monument surfaces including interior walls, sides, undersides, and tops.
What grits are available?
The Summit Metal Bond Wheels are available in #50, #80, #200, and #400 grits for progressive granite surface preparation.
What sizes are Alpha Summit Metal Bond Wheels available in?
The complete product line includes 6", 8", and 10" diameters. The variants listed here are the 10" models.