Every installer knows there are those jobs – think fiddly sink cutouts, curves in expensive tile, or needing to just slightly tweak an edge on a delicate piece of stone without grabbing a whole different setup.
The usual hassle? You either risk a standard blade on something it's not quite right for, or you're swapping discs back and forth, eating up time.
So, what's the Crowne 5" Electroplated COMBO BLADE all about?
Look, it's not going to replace every specialized blade in your arsenal, and we wouldn't tell you it will. We've got other great blades for heavy-duty cutting or aggressive shaping. But this guy, with its grit 60/70 electroplated diamond coating, is a pretty handy 2-in-1 tool to have around for those specific situations. It's a flush-mount disc from Crowne Tools (with that solid Calidad know-how behind it) designed to make certain tasks a bit less of a headache.
Here’s where it can be useful:
Think of it as a versatile specialist. It’s not your heavy lifter for every single cut, but for those jobs requiring a bit more finesse, the ability to cleanly cut curves, and maybe do a little light edge work right after, it’s a solid, practical addition to your toolkit. It’s about having the right tool for those specific, often tricky, parts of the job.
If you find yourself needing that bit of extra precision or the convenience of a 2-in-1 for lighter finishing tasks after cutting, the Crowne 5" Electroplated Combo Blade is worth a look. It's built to make those particular jobs a little smoother.
Clean Sink Cutouts: Useful for getting the initial opening done accurately in many vanity top materials.
Precise Curves for Backsplashes: Handy for following patterns or fitting around fixtures where a clean, fine cut is needed.
Working with Delicate Tiles: Can be a good option for glass tile (wet cutting) or other materials prone to chipping, where its finer grit helps.
Outlet & Pipe Openings: For making accurate holes in tile for a neat fit.
Minor Edge De-burring: After a cut, can be used to quickly knock off a sharp tile edge.
Small Adjustments After Cutting: If a tile is just a hair too big after cutting, you might use the side for a very slight reduction.
Fitting Trim Pieces: Good for making the precise cuts needed for tile trim.
Main Jobs: Accurate Straight Cutting, Curve Cutting, Making Apertures/Openings. Very Light Edge Smoothing or Minor Adjustments after cutting.
Good For These Materials: Ceramic Tile, Porcelain Tile, Glass Tile (wet), Softer Natural Stones (e.g., some Marbles, Slate), some Engineered Stones.
Grit Action: The #60/70 electroplated grit is primarily for a clean, precise cut. Any "shaping" or material removal with the side is minimal and best for slight adjustments.
Wet or Dry Use: Works for both. Wet cutting is generally better for blade life and reducing dust, especially on harder or more delicate materials.
Design Benefit: The flush-mount design with flange helps when cutting close to edges or making through-cuts.
Important Note: This is not a dedicated grinding or shaping wheel. For significant material removal, beveling, or heavy shaping, use a specialized grinding disc. This blade excels at cutting with the option for very light side touch-ups
Blade Diameter: 5 inches (125mm)
Diamond Grit: #60/70 (Primarily for precise cutting; allows for very light abrasion on the side)
Coating Type: Electroplated Diamond
Design: Combination Continuous Rim Cutting Edge & Electroplated Face
Flange: Integrated 5/8"-11 Threaded Flange (for direct mounting to angle grinders)
Use: Wet & Dry Capable
Max RPM: 12,000 RPM
Intended Use: Precise cutting of lines, curves, and openings, with the capability for very minor edge smoothing or adjustments on compatible materials.
