Supa Nova (Soft) Wheels

Supa Nova Soft Wheels

• A cheaper alternative to the diamond pacific nova soft wheels.

Can I cut opal with the supa nova soft wheels?

• The supa nova soft wheels are not the most suited for cutting Opal.
• For opal cutting we recommend using diamond pacific soft wheels.

Are the supa nova soft wheels double bonded?

• Yes, they are. These Supa Nova wheels are double bonded with a resin diamond coating to promote longer lasting wear compared to other cheaper alternative wheels on the market.

How big is the wheel arbor?

• The wheel arbor is 1"
• However, when you purchase a wheel a set of wheel bushes come with the wheel to provide arbor sizes of 1/2", 5/8" and 3/4".

What can I use the supa nova soft wheel for?

• The supa nova soft wheels are designed for shaping, grinding, and polishing stone and glass.
• The wheels have a foam backing which enables you to contour your stone into shape.

Do I need to 'break in' the wheel?

• Yes, you do. When new these wheels are new, they have a textured nap resin finish which will need to be broken in before taking to your prized jewellery piece.
• We recommend using something hard like petrified wood to “wear the wheel in” or 'break in ' the wheel to make it suitable for all your cabbing needs.

Can I use a dressing stick to prolong the use of the wheel?

• Yes, you can. Dressing sticks can be used on worn wheels to prolong the use of the wheel, giving it an extra cutting surface again.
• You can purchase a dressing stick separately on our website.

What sizes are available?

• We have two sizes available. Please see below.
• 6" x 1.5".
• 8" x 2"

What grits are available?

• 140.
• 280.
• 325.
• 600.
• 1,200.
• 3,000.
• 8,000.
• 14,000.
• 50,000.

Please note:

• Adult supervision is required for small children when using the supa nova soft wheels.
• Please use appropriate safety gear when using the supa nova soft wheels.