DISTAR Butterfly 45mm Diamond Blade for Porcelain Tile
Precision Cutting for Detailed Porcelain and Ceramic Tile Work
The DISTAR Butterfly 45mm Diamond Blade is designed for detailed wet cutting on porcelain gres and ceramic tile. Its compact diameter and ultra-thin 0.6mm cutting layer provide the control needed for small cutouts, decorative shapes, tight corners, mosaic work, and precise tile adjustments.
Unlike larger tile blades, the Butterfly can reach confined areas and follow intricate cutting lines with greater accuracy. Its rigid construction helps reduce blade deflection, while water cooling controls heat and supports consistent cutting performance.
Please note: The manufacturer-listed blade diameter is 45mm, approximately 1.77 inches. It may be described as a 2-inch-class blade, but it is not a full 2 inches in diameter.
Key Features and Benefits
- Compact 45mm diameter: Provides excellent control in tight spaces, corners, small openings, and detailed cutting areas.
- Ultra-thin 0.6mm cutting layer: Creates a narrow kerf for accurate cuts with less unnecessary material removal.
- Designed for porcelain and ceramic: Ideal for detailed work on porcelain gres, ceramic tile, mosaics, and decorative tile pieces.
- Clean, controlled cutting: Helps minimize edge damage when used with proper water flow, speed, and cutting technique.
- Rigid construction: Helps reduce blade movement and deviation during precision cutting.
- Solid diamond-bearing layer: Delivers consistent cutting performance and improved durability compared with basic electroplated cutting wheels.
- Wet cutting design: Water cooling helps manage heat, maintain cutting quality, and support blade life.
- Ideal for intricate work: Suitable for decorative cuts, relief cuts, small openings, edge corrections, and detailed tile finishing.
Designed for Precision Tile Applications
The DISTAR Butterfly is built for jobs where a conventional full-size diamond blade is too large or difficult to control. Its small diameter gives tile professionals greater maneuverability when cutting around fixtures, creating decorative elements, trimming mosaic pieces, or refining an opening after the primary cut has been made.
The narrow 0.6mm blade thickness helps preserve material and provides a controlled cutting path. This makes the Butterfly especially useful when working with expensive porcelain tile, delicate decorative pieces, or installations where accuracy is more important than cutting speed.
Recommended Applications
- Porcelain tile cutouts
- Ceramic tile trimming
- Mosaic tile fabrication
- Decorative tile shapes
- Inside-corner relief cuts
- Small fixture openings
- Border and accent tile adjustments
- Tight-radius detail work
- Precision edge corrections
- Tile preparation before grinding or polishing
Product Specifications
| Brand | DISTAR |
|---|---|
| Product Line | Butterfly |
| Manufacturer SKU | 11133053027 |
| Product Type | Diamond cutting blade |
| Blade Diameter | 45mm, approximately 1.77 inches |
| Blade Thickness | 0.6mm |
| Mounting Interface | 5.8/3.2–3.0F |
| Recommended Materials | Porcelain gres and ceramic tile |
| Cutting Method | Wet cutting |
| Primary Application | Precision and detailed tile cutting |
Tool Compatibility
Compatibility depends on the host tool’s mounting system, accessory diameter capacity, guard clearance, operating speed, and wet-use requirements.
Before ordering, confirm that your tool:
- Accepts a 45mm cutting wheel
- Supports the 5.8/3.2–3.0F mounting interface or an approved adapter
- Has sufficient guard and accessory clearance
- Operates within the blade’s approved speed range
- Can be used with an appropriate water-cooling setup
Compatibility notice: Do not assume universal fitment with Dremel, Proxxon, or other rotary tools. A compatible mandrel, bushing, or adapter may be required. Verify the exact tool model and mounting configuration before purchase.
Wet Cutting and Safety Information
This blade is designed for use with water cooling. Proper water flow helps reduce heat buildup, maintain cutting performance, and extend blade life.
- Follow all blade and power-tool manufacturer instructions.
- Confirm the approved operating speed before use.
- Inspect the blade for damage before installation.
- Use suitable eye, hearing, hand, and respiratory protection.
- Follow appropriate electrical safety procedures when water is used near powered equipment.
- Do not force the blade through the material.
Works Well With
- DISTAR CoolPAD 2 Polishing Pad: For refining and polishing tile edges after cutting.
- DISTAR Nectar 2-Inch Diamond Grinding Cup: For edge correction, shaping, and surface preparation on porcelain.
- Mechanic TileTEMPLATE: For marking accurate fixture openings and tile cutouts.
- Mechanic TileTEMPLATE XL: For layout and marking work on large-format tile.
- Compatible water-delivery system: For cooling the blade during operation.
- Verified mandrel or mounting adapter: Required when the host tool does not directly accept the blade interface.
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