Colibri 3" Diamond Blade – Precision Cutting for Ceramic & Porcelain Gres
Product Overview
The DISTAR Colibri 3" Diamond Blade is engineered for delicate, high-precision cutting where larger blades simply cannot perform. With a compact 76 mm (3") diameter and an ultra-thin 0.8 mm diamond-bearing layer, the Colibri delivers refined, chip-free results on intricate tile applications.
Designed for detailed finishing work such as flush buttons, inspection hatches, decorative shelves, and precision inserts, this blade produces a narrow 1.0 mm kerf for exceptional accuracy. Its reinforced flange construction ensures stability even when cutting ultra-thin tile bodies down to 0.5 mm.
Key Features & Benefits
Compact 3" (76 mm) Diameter
Perfect for tight spaces and intricate detailing.
Ultra-Thin 0.8 mm Diamond Layer
Delivers refined, chip-free edges with minimal material removal.
Dry Cutting Performance
No water cooling required for efficient operation.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 3 in. (76 mm) |
| Thickness | 0.031 in. (0.8 mm) |
| Kerf Width | Approx. 0.039 in. (1.0 mm) |
| Cooling | Dry cutting (no water required) |
| Bore Diameter | 0.39 in. (10 mm) |
| Application | Ceramic tile, porcelain gres |
| Compatibility | Corded & cordless angle grinders |
| Brand | DISTAR |
Common Applications
- Flush button cutouts
- Inspection hatches
- Decorative tile elements
- Fine trimming on porcelain gres
- Precision ceramic detailing
Customer Testimonial
"This little blade is incredible for precision work. I used it to cut porcelain for a flush button and the results were perfect — clean edges and no chipping."
— Tomas K.
Usage Tips
- Use with 3" handheld corded or cordless angle grinders with 10 mm bore
- Ideal for small, detailed cuts rather than large-format tiles
- Operates dry — no cooling required
- Apply light, steady pressure for maximum precision
Works Well With
- Mechanic SLIDER 2.0 — 45° tile cutting guide for angle grinders
- Mechanic SLIDER 3.5" × 5" — adjustable depth cutting guide for straight cuts
- Mechanic TileDUSTER — dust extraction guard for dry tile cutting
- Mechanic VORTEX Dust Extraction Guard — heavy-duty dust shroud for angle grinder cutting
- Mechanic TileTEMPLATE — tile marking tool for precise layout before cutting
- Mechanic TileTEMPLATE XL — large-format tile layout template (up to 118")
- Distar Butterfly 45–50mm Blade — smaller companion blade for micro-detail work
- Distar Termit 3" Blade — turbo-rim alternative for faster 3" cutting
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