Cut-off Wheels

Cutting is the first step in your sample preparation, if you need a manageable size of the sample material that you are going to examine. The aim of cutting is to obtain a surface that is plane, with a minimum of mechanical deformation and thermal damage. When you select the correct cut-off wheel for your material, you can reduce time and cost for subsequent grinding and polishing steps. Our Aka-Cut cut-off wheels are optimised for different materials to obtain the best and most uniform cutting result every time.

Our wide range of cut-off wheels include both abrasive cut-off wheels and precision cut-off wheels. This means that we have cut-off wheels that will provide a perfect cutting result for close to all materials, materials of different hardness and different cutting needs. All cut-off wheels have a long lifetime and can cut your sample material efficiently without introducing excessive damage to the sample surface.

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  • Akasel diamond cutting disc Aka-Cut 3000 HV, 150 mm, made of silver metal with a dark edge. The disc features text including "Aka-Cut 3000 HV", "Diamond cut-off wheel, resin bond", "Recommended: 2700 rpm", "Batch: C2024420", and the website address "www.akasel.com". A central hole is provided for mounting.

    Diamond Cut-off Wheels

    Aka-Cut 3000 HV

  • Akasel diamond cutting disc Aka-Cut 2000 HV, 150 mm, made of silver metal with a dark edge. The disc displays text including "Aka-Cut 2000 HV", "Diamond cut-off wheel, metal bond", "Recommended: 2700 rpm", "Batch: C2024420", and the website address "www.akasel.com". A central hole is provided for mounting.

    Diamond Cut-off Wheels

    Aka-Cut 2000 HV

  • Akasel diamond cutting disc Aka-Cut 1500 HV, 150 mm, with a glossy silver metallic appearance and a brown outer edge. The disc features inscriptions including "Aka-Cut 1500 HV", "CBN cut-off wheel, resin bond", "Recommended: 3200 rpm", "Batch: C2024416", "Store clean and dry", and the website address "www.akasel.com". A central hole is provided for attachment.

    CBN Cut-off Wheels

    Aka-Cut 1500 HV

  • Akasel diamond cutting disc Aka-Cut 50 HV, 150 mm, with a shiny silver surface and a grey outer edge. The disc features inscriptions including "Aka-Cut 50 HV", "Electroplated diamond cut-off wheel", "Recommended: 2700 rpm", "Batch: C202453", "Store clean and dry", and the website address "www.akasel.com". A central hole is provided for attachment.

    Diamond Cut-off Wheels

    Aka-Cut 50 HV

  • Akasel Aka-Cut Fe60: Brown cutting wheel with a diameter of 250 mm. The wheel features the Akasel logo and the model designation "Aka-Cut Fe60." Additional markings include technical specifications such as "250 x 1.5 x 32 mm," maximum speed "63 m/s - 4810 rpm," and the oSa safety symbol. Specifically designed for metallographic applications, ideal for precise cutting of very hard ferrous metals, including hardened steels with a hardness range of 500–1000 HV (60 HRC).

    Cut-off Wheels

    Aka-Cut Fe60

  • Akasel Aka-Cut Fe50: Brown cutting wheel with a diameter of 250 mm. The Akasel logo is prominently displayed on the wheel, along with the model designation "Aka-Cut Fe50." Additional markings include technical specifications such as "250 x 1.5 x 32 mm," maximum speed "63 m/s - 4810 rpm," and the oSa safety symbol. Specifically designed for metallographic applications, ideal for precise cutting of hard steels and ferrous metals with a hardness of approximately 350–700 HV (50 HRC).

    Cut-off Wheels

    Aka-Cut Fe50

  • Akasel Cutting Wheel Aka-Cut Ti20, 250 mm, brown-coloured with a metallic central hole. The surface displays the product name "Aka-Cut Ti20," dimensions "250 x 1.5 x 32 mm," and technical details such as "max. 63 m/s, 4810 rpm." Specifically designed for metallographic applications, ideal for precise cutting of titanium and titanium alloys.

    Titanium Cut-off Wheel

    Aka-Cut Ti20

  • Akasel Cutting Wheel Aka-Cut NF10, 250 mm, brown-coloured with a metallic central hole and white markings. The label displays the product name "Aka-Cut NF10," dimensions "250 x 1.5 x 32 mm," and technical specifications such as "max. 63 m/s, 4810 rpm." Specifically designed for metallographic applications, ideal for precise cutting of non-ferrous metals and alloys.

    Abrasive Non-Ferrous Metal Cutting

    Aka-Cut NF10

  • The product photo shows a black cutting disc with a central opening and a detailed label. The label is designed in white and blue and includes information such as "Aka-Cut 650 HV", dimensions "305 x 2.2 x 32 mm", as well as the Akasel logo and safety pictograms.

    Cut-off Wheels

    Aka-Cut 650 HV

  • Akasel Aka-Cut 500 HV cutting wheel, 254 x 1.7 x 32 mm, specifically designed for metallographic applications to cut ferrous metals with a hardness range of 250–500 HV. The black wheel features fibre reinforcement to minimise the risk of breakage and includes a central label with product details and the Akasel logo.

    Cut-off Wheels

    Aka-Cut 500 HV

  • A detailed product image of a black cutting disc, centrally featuring a flange surrounded by a white label with the Akasel logo. The label includes specific details such as "Aka-Cut 350 HV", dimensions "254 x 1.7 x 32 mm", as well as safety symbols and usage instructions.

    Abrasive Non-Ferrous Metal Cutting

    Aka-Cut 350 HV

  • Akasel precision cutting wheel Aka-Cut 1000 HV, 150 mm, dark-coloured with Akasel logo, type designation "11151170" and website link "www.akasel.com". This cutting wheel, measuring 150 x 0.5 x 12.7 mm, is specifically designed for precision cutting of very hard steels with a hardness of 500–1000 HV (60 HRC).

    Precision Ferrous Metal Cutting

    Aka-Cut 1000 HV, 150 mm

Cut-Off Wheels for Metals: Optimised for Efficiency and Quality

When preparing metallographic samples, selecting the right cut-off wheel is important to achieve high-quality results. Our range of Aka-Cut cut-off wheels ensures precise cutting with minimal deformation and thermal damage, reducing the time needed for subsequent grinding and polishing. These wheels are designed to cut various metals and materials, while maintaining performance over extended use, which ensures economical cutting and long-lasting efficiency.

Our Aka-Cut cut-off wheels cater to diverse applications, including challenging materials. For instance, the Aka-Cut Ti20 is specially formulated to prevent overheating and smearing, when cutting titanium and titanium alloys. By minimising mechanical deformation and thermal damage, our Aka-Cut wheels maintain the microstructure of samples, facilitating detailed and accurate microscopic examination after sample preparation.

For a broader range of materials, including hard steels and surface hardened metals, the Aka-Cut 650 HV is an excellent choice, optimised for cutting steel with a hardness around 650 HV. The Aka-Cut 500 HV is ideal for medium-hard ferrous metals and hardened samples with a hardness of approximately 500 HV, providing reliable and precise cuts. Meanwhile, the Aka-Cut 350 HV is perfect for softer ferrous metals with hardness levels of around 350 HV. These reinforced wheels provide enhanced durability, reducing breakage risks and offering high precision cuts with minimal thermal damage.

Whether you are working with non-ferrous metals or hard ferrous alloys, our cut-off wheels deliver reliable and reproducible results. The advanced composition of these wheels makes them essential for efficient and high-quality sample preparation, making them a valuable addition to any metallographic laboratory.

Cutting of Metals

Abrasive cutting wheels are used for cutting metals with a hardness of 50-1000 HV. Our cut-off wheels provide a low cost per cut because they are long-lasting and cut fast. They are optimised to provide a plane cut with minimal thermal damage and maximum reproducibility. When cutting steel and/or other hard metals, the cut-off wheels Aka-Cut Fe60 or Aka-Cut Fe50 are the perfect choice. Aka-Cut 650 HV is designed for harder steel with a hardness of around 650 HV, offering superior cutting precision and durability. Aka-Cut 500 HV is optimised for ferrous metals with a hardness of approximately 250-500 HV, including surface hardened steels, to limit pinching and breakage of the cut-off wheel. Aka-Cut 350 HV, ideal for softer ferrous metals with a hardness of around 350 HV, ensures clean cuts with less deformation. Aka-Cut Ti20 is ideal for titanium and titanium alloys, preventing overheating and smearing. Aka-Cut NF10 is the perfect choice for non-ferrous metals like aluminium, copper, and their alloys.

Precision cut-off wheels Aka-Cut 1000 HV, Aka-Cut 700 HV and Aka-Cut 400 HV are the optimal choices for high precision cutting because they are very thin, yet durable. Our precision cut-off wheels are available in 150 mm dia.

For some materials it is the optimal choice to use a diamond or CBN cut-off wheel. Our superabrasive cut-off wheels are for high precision cutting of more challenging materials. These cut-off wheels are available in 152 mm dia.

Click on the left side menu to find the correct cut-off wheel for your material and cut-off machine. Our abrasive cut-off wheels are available in diameters from 250 – 432 mm in dia.

Please see the Aka-Brief cut-off wheel recommendation here.

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