Sectioning and Cutting Consumables
Buehler’s premium abrasive and precision cutting blades and coolants to optimize cutting speed and cost in your sample preparation process.
Pair your cutters with premium abrasive blades, precision blades, and coolants to get fast sectioning, long consumable life, and high‑quality cut surfaces.
Performance‑proven resin and rubber‑bonded abrasive blades engineered for efficient cutting, extended lifetime, and minimal surface deformation on a wide range of metallic materials.
Diameter range
Thin diamond and CBN blades for delicate sectioning with superb surface quality on hard or sensitive materials, available for both low‑speed and high‑speed precision cutters.
Diameter range
Water‑miscible and oil‑based cutting coolants formulated to dissipate heat, remove swarf, and maintain good blade life and cut quality on abrasive and precision cutters.
Fluids
View our various abrasive vising options to find the ones that best align with your sample material and process needs.
Blades for Abrasive Cutters
9" – 18" blades
Bond types
Resin & rubber
Use with
Abrasive cutters
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Blades for Precision Cutters
3" – 8" blades
Blade types
Diamond & CBN
Best for
Low‑damage cuts
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Coolants for Sectioning & Cutting
Cool 3 & IsoCut
Use with
Abrasive & precision saws
Key benefit
Less thermal damage
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Accessories for Abrasive Cutters
Abrasive Vising
Learn more about our full range of small, medium, and large vising options designed to securely clamp
your samples and make setup fast and repeatable.
From simple workhorse vises to flexible sliding fixtures, these accessories help position parts consistently and
support safer, higher‑quality abrasive cuts.
View our various precision clamping and flange options to find the ones that best align with your sample material and process needs.
Compact precision vises designed to hold small samples securely in low‑speed and high‑speed precision cutters, improving positioning accuracy and repeatability.
Best for
Matched precision flanges that support thin diamond and CBN blades, helping to minimize runout and improve surface finish on precision‑cut samples.
Function
The PetroBond mounting apparatus holds multiple petrographic specimens for simultaneous epoxy mounting, improving throughput and section consistency.
Capacity
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Accessories for Precision Cutters
Precision Vising
Small & delicate parts
Adjustment
Fine clamp control
Use with
Precision cutters
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Precision Flanges
Blade support & stability
Compatibility
Precision blades
Benefit
Improved cut quality
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PetroBond Mounting Apparatus
Multi‑sample fixture
Application
Petrographic mounts
Benefit
Higher sample throughput
PetroBond Apparatus ➜
Mounting Consumable
Professional mounting compounds for superior edge preservation and sample integrity. Our comprehensive range of formulations—including hot-compression and cold-mounting systems—ensures optimal material handling and pristine surface preparation for all metallographic applications.
Hot (Compression) Mounting Compounds
Specialized formulations engineered for heat and pressure applications. These compounds deliver excellent sample flow control, superior edge retention, and thermal stability, making them ideal for rapid production workflows while maintaining consistent mount quality.
Epoxy Mounting Systems
Advanced epoxy-based solutions for cold mounting applications. These systems provide exceptional dimensional stability, void-free preparation, and compatibility with delicate materials. Perfect for samples requiring minimal thermal exposure and maximum material preservation.
Acrylic Mounting Systems
Versatile acrylic-based compounds for universal sample mounting. Known for rapid setting times, excellent polishability, and reliable dimensional accuracy. These solutions offer cost-effective performance without compromising on edge retention quality and surface preparation excellence.
Mounting Consumable Accessories
Enhance your mounting process with our comprehensive range of specialty accessories. From specimen support systems to advanced release agents, our products are engineered to streamline your workflow and deliver consistent, high-quality results across all sample types.
Ring Forms & Castable Molds
Precision-engineered mounting cups and mold systems available in multiple sizes and materials. Our durable ring forms and castable molds accommodate diverse sample geometries, ensuring reliable specimen containment and uniform mount preparation for optimal results.
Release Agents & Powders
Specialized formulations designed to prevent mount adhesion and facilitate clean sample removal. Our release agents and mold powders ensure seamless demounting while preserving sample integrity, reducing processing time and improving overall efficiency.
Support Clips & Additives
Advanced specimen support solutions and performance-enhancing additives. These products optimize sample positioning, improve compound flow, and enhance mount durability, enabling precise control over the mounting process and exceptional edge preservation.
PetroBond Mounting System
Innovative wax-based mounting solution offering exceptional thermal control and ease of removal. The PetroBond system provides reversible mounting capabilities, making it ideal for delicate samples and specialized applications requiring minimal thermal exposure.
Advanced Grinding Products
Leverage cutting-edge abrasive technology for superior grinding performance. Our comprehensive product range combines reliability with efficiency, engineered to handle demanding sample preparation requirements with exceptional precision and durability.
CarbiMet Grinding Papers
High-performance silicon carbide abrasive papers engineered for rapid material removal with minimal thermal stress. Featuring superior particle bonding and consistent grit distribution, CarbiMet delivers reliable grinding action across diverse sample types. Ideal for initial coarse grinding operations requiring speed and precision edge preservation.
Diamond Grinding Discs
Advanced diamond abrasive discs delivering exceptional cutting efficiency and extended operational lifespan. These durable consumables feature uniform particle distribution for consistent grinding results and reduced waste generation. Perfect for high-volume production environments where cost-effectiveness and reliability are paramount.