Description
Designed for professional stone fabrication, the Small Chamfer Edge Profile (Granite) - 3cm+2cm Laminated template captures the exact geometry needed for flawless small edge profiles. The standard dimensions specifications align with industry-standard tooling and CNC equipment. This profile is particularly suited for granite countertops where precision matters. From initial roughing passes to final polish, having an accurate DXF template eliminates guesswork and ensures every piece matches. The small edge has proven popular in outdoor living applications, delivering both durability and visual appeal that clients consistently request.
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Designed for professional stone fabrication, the Small Chamfer Edge Profile (Granite) - 3cm+2cm Laminated template captures the exact geometry needed for flawless small edge profiles. The standard dimensions specifications align with industry-standard tooling and CNC equipment. This profile is particularly suited for granite countertops where precision matters. From initial roughing passes to final polish, having an accurate DXF template eliminates guesswork and ensures every piece matches. The small edge has proven popular in outdoor living applications, delivering both durability and visual appeal that clients consistently request.
Installation Overview
Fabricating the Small Chamfer Edge Profile (Granite) - 3cm+2cm Laminated edge starts with proper slab preparation and CNC setup. Secure the countertop blank on the CNC table using vacuum pods or mechanical clamps, ensuring the edge to be profiled extends beyond the table edge sufficiently. Load the DXF template into your CAM software and set the appropriate tool offsets for your specific edge profiling bits. For the initial roughing pass on granite, use a feed rate of 40-60 inches per minute with a spindle speed of 4500-6000 RPM. The small profile geometry requires attention to bit selection, using profiling wheels that match the radius specifications in the template. After roughing, perform a semi-finish pass at 80% depth before the final profile cut. Water flow should be maintained at 2-3 gallons per minute minimum to prevent heat buildup. Hand polishing follows CNC work, progressing through 50, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1500, and 3000 grit pads. Buff with a felt pad and polishing compound for a mirror finish. Seal with an impregnating sealer designed for natural stone.
CNC Cutting Notes
CNC programming for the Small Chamfer Edge Profile (Granite) - 3cm+2cm Laminated should account for tool wear compensation, especially on abrasive granite stones. Recommended parameters: spindle speed 4500-6500 RPM, feed rate 35-55 IPM for roughing. The small geometry benefits from a two-pass strategy — rough to within 2mm of final profile, then finish at reduced feed rate (15-25 IPM). Use plunge rates no faster than 10 IPM to prevent tool breakage. Monitor vibration levels during cutting; excessive chatter indicates tool wear or incorrect speed/feed settings. Keep backup tooling on hand for production runs exceeding 50 linear feet of edge profile.
Material Compatibility
The Small Chamfer Edge Profile (Granite) - 3cm+2cm Laminated template works exceptionally well with natural granite, providing clean edges that polish to a high gloss. Marble is also compatible, though the softer stone requires reduced feed rates during CNC operations to prevent micro-chipping. Quartzite offers excellent results with this profile, as the hard mineral structure holds fine details well. Engineered quartz composites are ideal substrates, offering consistent material properties that produce predictable results. Soapstone and slate can be profiled using this template with appropriate tooling adjustments. For limestone, use conservative CNC parameters due to the stone's tendency to chip on detailed profiles. Porcelain sintered stone panels require specialized diamond tooling but produce excellent results with the small geometry.
Where to Buy
Professional fabricators can source granite slabs from local stone distributors and wholesale suppliers. Visit SlabWise for template downloads and fabrication resources.