I want to get DMT 1200 for bevel setting. Can i use sandpaper for lapping my DMT 1200 or i have to get DMT 325 too? Can sandpaper wear diamond? Should i get stone holder too for DMT?
Thanks for help.
Thanks for help.
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Lapping Flattening DMT 1200 With Sandpaper
- Thread starter kelebekcc
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No need to lap a DMT.
A rubber block will help, or the DMT plate holder, or a 2x4 with a wet towel.
Whatever works... works. There are no rules.
A rubber block will help, or the DMT plate holder, or a 2x4 with a wet towel.
Whatever works... works. There are no rules.
Whoa there buddy. DMT's are flat as-sold and remain that way...inherent in what they are. Think "flat-trued plate, sprinkled with diamond dust"
DMT's are as close to dead flat as you'll ever need.
You don't want to use one DMT on another because it will ruin both.
And do not use the 1200 to lap another stone.
Use nothing but the 325 to lap other stones.
What is the concern with the DMT 1200 that leads you to want to lap it?
FWIW, I have flattened Shapton and Norton stones with my DMT 600. Haven't noticed any issues. Wonder if I should be concerned.
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Ohh yea, my son rubbed my 325 and 1200 together and ruined both.
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Thanks for informations. DMT 1200 only then 
600 will be okay. The 1200, the diamonds will pop off.
I used my 1200 to try and smooth my C-Nat. It ended up putting heavier scratches in it than the 325 did, and I ended up with a 1200 that had ZERO feedback on a blade through the entire center section... only felt anything at the ends.
Ouch!
