Description
The Cove Dupont edge profile represents a sophisticated luxury edge treatment that combines elegant curves with structural depth, making it an ideal choice for high-end ultracompact countertop installations. This template is specifically engineered for 3cm+2cm laminated slabs, creating a substantial 2-inch thick edge that delivers both visual impact and exceptional durability. The profile features a graceful cove detail at the top transitioning to a clean straight step below, offering a refined aesthetic that complements contemporary and transitional kitchen designs. Optimized specifically for ultracompact materials like Dekton and Neolith, this template includes carefully calibrated CNC parameters that account for the unique characteristics of sintered surfaces. Ultracompact materials demand higher RPM speeds and coarser starting grits compared to natural stone, and this template provides the exact specifications needed to achieve a flawless finish without surface damage. The laminated construction requires precise seam management at the 0.787-inch position, and our template ensures perfect alignment between the top and bottom slabs for seamless integration.
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The Cove Dupont edge profile represents a sophisticated luxury edge treatment that combines elegant curves with structural depth, making it an ideal choice for high-end ultracompact countertop installations. This template is specifically engineered for 3cm+2cm laminated slabs, creating a substantial 2-inch thick edge that delivers both visual impact and exceptional durability. The profile features a graceful cove detail at the top transitioning to a clean straight step below, offering a refined aesthetic that complements contemporary and transitional kitchen designs. Optimized specifically for ultracompact materials like Dekton and Neolith, this template includes carefully calibrated CNC parameters that account for the unique characteristics of sintered surfaces. Ultracompact materials demand higher RPM speeds and coarser starting grits compared to natural stone, and this template provides the exact specifications needed to achieve a flawless finish without surface damage. The laminated construction requires precise seam management at the 0.787-inch position, and our template ensures perfect alignment between the top and bottom slabs for seamless integration.
Installation Overview
Installing the Cove Dupont edge on laminated ultracompact slabs requires meticulous attention to the lamination seam and proper tooling selection. Begin by ensuring both the 3cm top slab and 2cm bottom slab are securely bonded with appropriate adhesive rated for ultracompact materials. The CNC process starts with a 25mm roughing finger bit at 3850 RPM to establish the basic profile shape, followed by a critical seam polishing pass at 2750 RPM to blend the lamination line. The visible edge depth of 1.5 inches provides ample surface area for the complete polishing sequence, which progresses through eight distinct grit stages from 50 grit metal bond up to 3000 grit resin bond, culminating in a buffing pad finish at 4400 RPM for exceptional clarity and shine.
CNC Cutting Notes
CNC fabrication of this profile on ultracompact materials requires diamond tooling throughout the entire process due to the extreme hardness of sintered surfaces. Start with the roughing pass at elevated speeds to efficiently remove material without excessive tool wear. The seam polishing pass is critical for laminated edges and must be executed at the precise depth to blend the interface between slabs. Progress through the metal bond grits (50 and 100) at higher RPM ranges (3080-3300 RPM) than you would use for natural stone, as ultracompact materials respond better to aggressive initial polishing. Transition to resin bond pads starting at 200 grit, incrementally increasing both grit fineness and RPM through the sequence. Maintain consistent feed rates and adequate water flow to prevent heat buildup that could damage the resin matrix in your polishing pads.
Material Compatibility
This template is exclusively optimized for ultracompact sintered surfaces including Dekton, Neolith, and similar large-format porcelain slabs. The elevated RPM specifications and aggressive starting grits are specifically calibrated for these ultra-dense materials and should not be used on natural stone, engineered quartz, or traditional porcelain without parameter adjustments. Ultracompact materials offer superior durability and resistance to heat, scratching, and UV exposure, making the investment in this luxury edge profile worthwhile for demanding applications.
Where to Buy
This DXF template is available for immediate download from SlabWise. Ultracompact slab materials can be sourced from authorized Cosentino dealers (Dekton) or TheSize distributors (Neolith). Diamond tooling specifically rated for ultracompact materials is available from Alpha Professional Tools, Comandulli, and Weha. Ensure all tools are marked for sintered stone or ultracompact use to achieve optimal results.