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    About Polishing Stones and Bobs
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    Match grit size and micron ratings to the texture, appearance, and flatness you need to achieve.

    Detail Polishing Stones

    Smooth ribs, slots, teeth, and other fine features—these stones are thin enough to slip into hard-to-reach areas. Made of bonded ceramic, they’re harder and more wear resistant than aluminum oxide stones, but flexible enough not to crack under pressure. Pair with a holder (sold separately) to polish by hand or with a power tool, such as an ultrasonic polisher. Apply a water-soluble or oil-based lubricant to help keep debris from building up on the surface.
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    Color
    Each
    Ceramic—For Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Iron, Nickel, Steel, Stainless Steel, and Titanium
     
    1200 Grit (For Polished Finish)
    1/8"2"Red47465A726000000
     
    Accessories for Stones
    Straight Rectangular
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    Lg.
    Wd.
    Thk.
    Color
    Each
    Ceramic—For Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Iron, Nickel, Steel, Stainless Steel, and Titanium
     
    1200 Grit (For Polished Finish)
    4"5/64"1/64"Red47465A688000000
    4"5/64"3/64"Red47465A70800000
    4"5/32"1/64"Red47465A69800000
    4"5/32"3/64"Red47465A71800000
    4"15/64"1/64"Red47465A67600000
    4"15/64"3/64"Red47465A67900000
    4"25/64"3/64"Red47465A72300000
     
    Accessories for Stones

    Detail Polishing Stone Assortments

    Keep stones in different grits on hand to smooth ribs, slots, teeth, and other fine features. The stones in these assortments are thin enough to slip into hard-to-reach areas. Made of bonded ceramic, they’re harder and more wear resistant than aluminum oxide stones, but flexible enough not to crack under pressure. Pair these stones with a holder to polish by hand or with a power tool, such as an ultrasonic polisher. Some holders are sold separately. Apply a water-soluble or oil-based lubricant to help keep debris from building up on the surface.
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    Image of Product. Front orientation. Polishing Stones. Detail Polishing Stone Assortments, Straight Round.
    No. of
    Pieces
    Includes
    Color
    Each
    Ceramic—For Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Iron, Nickel, Steel, Stainless Steel, and Titanium
    6One 1/8" Dia. Hand-Held Stone Holder
    One each 180, 300, 600, 800, 1200-grit Stones—2" Lg. × 1/8" Dia.
    Blue, Brown, Gold, Green, Red9568N360000000
     
    Hand-Held Stone Holders
    Straight Rectangular
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    Image of Product. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Polishing Stones. Detail Polishing Stone Assortments, Straight Rectangular.
    No. of
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    Includes
    Color
    Each
    Ceramic—For Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Iron, Nickel, Steel, Stainless Steel, and Titanium
    12One 5/32" Wd. Hand-Held Stone Holder
    One 15/64" Wd. Hand-Held Stone Holder
    One each 120, 180, 300, 800, 1200-grit Stones—4" Lg. × 5/32" Wd. × 3/64" Thick.
    One each 300, 400, 600, 800, 1000-grit Stones—4" Lg. × 15/64" Wd. × 3/64" Thick.
    Blue, Brown, Gold, Gray, Green, Red, White, Yellow9568N350000000
     
    Accessories for Stones

    Miniature Detail Polishing Stone Assortments

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    Image of Product. Front orientation. Polishing Stones. Miniature Detail Polishing Stone Assortments.
    Keep stones of different grits on hand to handle every stage of polishing on the smallest ribs, slots, and crevices. These stones are as thin as pencil lead, but stronger than they appear—made of bonded ceramic, they are tough yet flexible. They won’t snap like lead when you apply pressure. These stones also resist wear, so they last a long time. Pair them with a holder to polish by hand or with an ultrasonic polisher (sold separately). To keep debris from building up, apply a water-soluble or oil-based lubricant during use.
    No. of
    Pieces
    Includes
    Color
    Each
    Ceramic—For Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Iron, Nickel, Steel, Stainless Steel, and Titanium
    5One 1/32" Wd. Hand-Held Stone Holder
    One each 120, 320, 600, 1200-grit Stones—2" Lg. × 1/32" (0.900 mm) Wd. × 1/32" (0.900 mm) Thick.
    Black, Brown, Green, Red9659N44000000
     
    Accessories and Replacements for Stones

    Miniature Detail Polishing Stones

    About the size of pencil lead, these stones polish your smallest ribs, slots, and crevices in molds and dies. Don’t underestimate their thin profile—they’re made of bonded ceramic, which makes them tough yet flexible. This means they won’t snap like pencil lead does when you apply pressure during polishing. These stones also resist wear, so they last a long time. Pair them with a holder to polish by hand or with an ultrasonic polisher (both sold separately). Apply a water-soluble or oil-based lubricant to help keep debris from building up on the surface.
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    Grit
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    Finish
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    Wd.
    Thk.
    Color
    Lubrication
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    Ceramic—For Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Iron, Nickel, Steel, Stainless Steel, and Titanium
    1200Polished2"1/32"/0.9 mm1/32"/0.9 mmRedNot Required9649N3100000
     
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    Surface Plates

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    Rectangular Plate

    With flatness tolerances thinner than a strand of hair, these plates give you the flattest possible surface for accurate measurements. They’re typically used as a reference plane to inspect finished products and calibrate precision measuring tools, such as height gauges and dial indicators. Unlike metal plates, these granite plates won’t rust or interfere with nearby electronics. They also won’t warp when temperatures fluctuate. To maintain their flatness and finish, rotate plates regularly and apply granite cleaner (not included) to remove particles without leaving a residue.
    Also Available: Other plate sizes. Please order 2245A999 and specify grade, length, width, thickness, and with or without ledges.
    Laboratory-Grade AA Plate—Best for precision inspections and quality-control work in calibration labs. These plates have the tightest flatness tolerance for the highest level of accuracy.
    Inspection-Grade A Plate—Your go-to for general inspections and quality-control work. These plates are slightly less precise than grade AA plates with double the flatness tolerance.
    Red—Resist wear better than black plates to last up to five times longer. With a higher percentage of quartz, you can slide parts across these plates without worrying about nicks and scratches.
    Surface Plate Covers—Prevent dust and debris from accumulating on plates when you’re not using them.
    Plates
    Surface
    Plate Covers
    Rectangular Plate
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    Color
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    Each
    Laboratory-Grade AA Plate
     
    Granite
    0.00005"18"12"4"RedASME B89.3.7Fed. Spec. GGG-P-463Accuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST842245A10500000000022455A64000000
    0.000075"24"18"4"RedASME B89.3.7Fed. Spec. GGG-P-463Accuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST1682245A1060000000022455A65000000
     
    Inspection-Grade A Plate
     
    Granite
    0.0001"12"8"2"RedASME B89.3.7Fed. Spec. GGG-P-463Accuracy Certificate Traceable to NIST202245A10400000022455A101000000
     
    Surface Plate Stands

    Belt Sanding Sticks

    Access tight spots. These sticks are spring-loaded to hold a small sanding belt taut, but you can easily rotate the belt when it becomes worn. They’re color coded by grit to keep you organized. All sticks accept belts of the same width regardless of grit.
    Sold Individually
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    Grit
    Color
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    Lg.
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Abrasive
    Material
    Includes
    Each
    For Smooth Finish
    120Red1/4"12 3/4"1/4"6 1/4"Aluminum OxideOne Sanding Stick
    One Sanding Belt
    46655A11100000
    120Red1/2"16"1/2"8"Aluminum OxideOne Sanding Stick
    One Sanding Belt
    46655A1120000
    120Red3/4"20"3/4"10"Aluminum OxideOne Sanding Stick
    One Sanding Belt
    46655A1130000
     
    Belts
    Sold as Sets
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Sanding Sticks and Bricks. Belt Sanding Sticks, Sold as Sets.
    For
    Belt
    Grit
    Color
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Abrasive
    Material
    Includes
    Each
    For Extra-Smooth, Rough, and Smooth Finish
    80, 120, 180, 240Gray, Red, Orange, Blue1/4"12 3/4"1/4"6 1/4"Aluminum OxideSix Sanding Belts of Each Grit
    One Sanding Stick of Each Grit
    9184N11000000
     
    Belts
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