Description
The cove ogee edge profile combines classic elegance with modern fabrication precision for laminated stone countertops. This sophisticated edge treatment features a gentle cove concave curve at the top transitioning into an elegant ogee S-curve below, creating visual depth and architectural interest along the countertop edge. Designed specifically for 2cm+2cm laminated slabs with a total thickness of 1.575 inches, this profile delivers a substantial luxury appearance while maximizing material efficiency. This DXF template provides complete fabrication specifications including tool sequences, polishing progressions, and seam management protocols. The laminated construction requires careful attention to seam placement at 0.787 inches to ensure structural integrity and visual consistency throughout the edge profile. Professional fabricators appreciate the detailed RPM specifications and grit progression that ensure consistent results across different stone materials.
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The cove ogee edge profile combines classic elegance with modern fabrication precision for laminated stone countertops. This sophisticated edge treatment features a gentle cove concave curve at the top transitioning into an elegant ogee S-curve below, creating visual depth and architectural interest along the countertop edge. Designed specifically for 2cm+2cm laminated slabs with a total thickness of 1.575 inches, this profile delivers a substantial luxury appearance while maximizing material efficiency. This DXF template provides complete fabrication specifications including tool sequences, polishing progressions, and seam management protocols. The laminated construction requires careful attention to seam placement at 0.787 inches to ensure structural integrity and visual consistency throughout the edge profile. Professional fabricators appreciate the detailed RPM specifications and grit progression that ensure consistent results across different stone materials.
Installation Overview
Installing cove ogee edge profiles on laminated countertops requires precision CNC programming and careful material handling. The fabrication process begins with roughing using a 25mm finger bit at 3500 RPM, followed by critical seam polishing at 2500 RPM to blend the lamination line seamlessly into the profile. The visible edge depth of 1.5 inches provides ample surface area for the complete cove-to-ogee transition. Fabricators must account for the dual-layer construction when setting tool depths, ensuring the profile cuts cleanly through both the 0.787-inch top and bottom layers. The complete polishing sequence progresses from 50 grit metal bond through 3000 grit resin bond, finishing with buffing to achieve a mirror-like surface that enhances the stone's natural characteristics.
CNC Cutting Notes
CNC programming for laminated cove ogee profiles demands careful consideration of the seam position and material transitions. Begin with the 25mm roughing finger bit to establish the profile outline, maintaining consistent feed rates to prevent chipping at the lamination seam. The secondary seam polishing pass at 2500 RPM is critical for achieving invisible lamination joints. Tool positioning must account for the 1.575-inch total profile height, with particular attention to the transition point where the cove curve meets the ogee. Progressive polishing from metal bond to resin bond pads ensures even material removal across both laminated layers. Operators should verify tool wear frequently, as the extended profile depth can accelerate bit degradation. The final buff pass at 4000 RPM brings out the stone's full luster while maintaining the crisp definition of the cove and ogee curves.
Material Compatibility
This edge profile template is optimized for laminated natural stone and engineered materials including granite, marble, quartzite, quartz, porcelain, and ultracompact surfaces. The 2cm+2cm lamination structure provides excellent rigidity for the extended profile depth while keeping overall weight manageable. Different materials may require RPM adjustments: softer marbles benefit from reduced speeds to prevent surface damage, while harder quartzites and ultracompact materials can handle higher RPMs for efficient material removal. The polishing sequence accommodates material-specific characteristics, with engineered quartz requiring lower speeds to avoid resin burning and natural stones accepting more aggressive polishing parameters.
Where to Buy
Professional stone fabricators can download this DXF template directly from SlabWise for immediate use in CAD/CAM systems. The template integrates seamlessly with industry-standard CNC stone fabrication equipment from manufacturers like Park Industries, Prussiani, Intermac, and GMM. Stone suppliers and fabrication shops typically stock the diamond tooling and polishing pads specified in the tool sequence through distributors such as Braxton-Bragg, Weha, and Comandulli.