Nano-Hone NL-10 Button Tech Lapping Plate - Large

Unique Diamond Lapping Plate

The Nano-Hone Button Tech™ NL-10 Large Lapping Plate uses diamond abrasive in a way that is different from many other diamond lapping plates. Rather than having diamonds affixed to the surface of the plate, the NL-10 employs metal buttons that have diamonds dispersed throughout their entire structure. These buttons are virtually indestructible, and any wear that does occur will expose fresh diamonds. The surface of the NL-10 can be recalibrated many times over the life of the lapping plate.

Designed for Maximum Efficiency

The buttons on the NL-10 have been carefully designed and arranged to make the lapping plate as efficient as possible.

The cutting action when flattening a water stone occurs at the edges of the raised diamond buttons. The buttons' round shape, along with the recessed cross in their centers, creates many edges on the NL-10, maximizing the points of contact between the abrasives and the water stone.

As anyone who has flattened a water stone can attest, flattening creates a potentially messy slurry of abrasive material. If this slurry builds up between the lapping plate and the water stone, it can slow the flattening process down and create inconvenient suction between the plate and the stone. The buttons on the NL-10 are placed with plenty of clearance space between them, allowing the slurry to get out of the way and preventing the plate from clogging or creating excessive suction.

Solid Construction

The NL-10 is no wimpy lapping plate. At 250mm (9-3/4") long and 70mm (2-3/4") wide, it has an ample surface area. The thick buttons are set into solid stainless steel to ensure structural integrity. The resulting mass of the plate is important to its function. As it is moved over the water stone, its own weight provides firm but stable pressure for a smooth lapping action.

Versatile

The NL-10 is intended to flatten a wide variety of water stones. It is recommended for resurfacing any water stones in the range of 400 grit to 30,000 grit. That's 40μm to 0.5μm for those who prefer microns.

Q. Can the Nano-Hone Flattening Plates be used with any brand of water stone?

A. Yes. They will work with any brand of water stone, but they work very well with the Nano-Hone Water Stones.