Has anyone here worked with diamond cutting wheels for germanium? I’m looking for clean, precise cuts on brittle IR-grade germanium and trying to minimize chipping.
I recently came across some great insights on UKAM’s photonics page about selecting the right bond and grit size for cutting optical materials - seems like a solid resource.
What’s worked best for you - sintered, resin, or electroplated blades? Any tips on spindle speed or coolant setup for germanium?
