Description
Best 4.5" Diamond Grinding Cup for Porcelain Tile Edge Finishing
The DISTAR Soft Edge DGM-S 4.5" diamond grinding cup is designed for smooth, controlled edge finishing on porcelain tile, ceramic tile, and natural stone using a standard angle grinder.
Unlike aggressive grinding wheels, this diamond grinding cup for tile features a soft bond that allows for precise material removal with minimal chipping, making it ideal for delicate edge work and finishing applications.
Product Specifications
- Brand: DISTAR
- Diameter: 4.5" (115mm)
- Thread: M14 / 5/8"-11
- Grit: Medium / Fine (Soft Edge)
- Cooling: Dry grinding
- Application: Porcelain tile, ceramic tile, stone, granite
- Type: Diamond grinding cup
Common Applications
- Edge finishing on porcelain tile
- Smoothing ceramic tile edges
- Refining cuts after blade use
- Preparing surfaces for polishing
- Detail grinding near glazed surfaces
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a diamond grinding cup used for?
It is used for grinding, smoothing, and finishing edges on tile and stone surfaces.
Is this good for porcelain tile?
Yes, it is specifically designed for porcelain tile edge finishing with minimal chipping.
Can I use this on an angle grinder?
Yes, it is made for standard 4.5" angle grinders with M14 or 5/8"-11 threads.
Does it require water?
No, this grinding cup is designed for dry grinding applications.
Will it damage tile edges?
No, the soft bond design helps reduce chipping and improve edge quality.
Compatible Accessories
- Proxxon LWB/A Cordless Long Neck Angle Milling/Drilling Unit — ideal for confined-space grinding on tile and stone
- Proxxon LHW/A Cordless Long Neck Angle Grinder — compact cordless grinder for edge finishing work
- DiStar Polishing Support Adapter — universal backup pad holder for use with Proxxon LWB/A and LHW/A
- Mechanic TileDUSTER — dust extraction guard for 4.5"–5" angle grinders during grinding
- DiStar Perfect Diamond Blade 4.5"–5" — precision cutting blade to use before edge finishing with this cup
- DiStar Esthete 2.0 Diamond Blade — ultra-thin cutting blade for delicate porcelain before finishing
- DiStar CoolPAD 4" Polishing Pad — next step after grinding for a smooth polished finish
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