{"product_id":"gres-master-diamond-blade-45-5-porcelain-gres","title":"Gres Master 4.5\"–5\" Diamond Blade – Fast Cutting for Thick Porcelain Gres \u0026 Ceramic Tile","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DISTAR Gres Master 4.5\"–5\" Diamond Blade is engineered for maximum cutting speed on tough ceramic and porcelain gres tiles, including thick 14 mm and 20 mm formats. Designed for professionals who prioritize productivity, this blade delivers aggressive, efficient cutting performance on dense materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing an involute turbo groove design, the blade penetrates thick porcelain smoothly while improving airflow to cool the cutting zone. This reduces the risk of burning, deformation, and blade stalling during extended cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs one of the fastest blades in the DISTAR lineup, the Gres Master is ideal for flooring and large-format installations where speed matters more than ultra-polished edge finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaximum Cutting Speed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the fastest porcelain cutting blades in the DISTAR range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesigned for Thick Gres\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandles 14–20 mm porcelain and dense ceramic tiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInvolute Turbo Groove Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnhances cooling and cutting efficiency during dry operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOptimized for Dry Cutting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo water cooling required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e45° Miter Capable\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for bevel cutting when needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiameter Options\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.5 in. \/ 5 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.06 in. (1.4 mm) \/ 0.063 in. (1.6 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBore Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.87 in. (22.23 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCooling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDry cutting (no water required)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMiter Cutting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes, optimized for 45° cuts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiamond Layer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInvolute turbo groove design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCeramic, porcelain gres (14–20 mm thick)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdge Quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e☆☆☆☆\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpeed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e☆☆☆☆☆\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLifetime\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e☆☆☆☆\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDISTAR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-speed cutting of 14–20 mm porcelain gres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlooring installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge-format tile cutting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStraight and 45° bevel cuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJobs where edges will be covered by molding or trim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional tile installers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlooring contractors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge-scale installation crews\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProjects prioritizing speed and efficiency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose the DISTAR Gres Master 4.5\"–5\"\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen productivity is the priority, the Gres Master stands out. Its aggressive turbo groove design allows fast penetration through dense porcelain, making it ideal for thick floor tiles and terrace gres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile edge finish is slightly less refined than precision-focused blades like Esthete or Decor Slim, it excels in speed and durability—making it perfect for installations where joints will be concealed or finished separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eUsage Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse with 4.5\"–5\" angle grinders (22.23 mm bore)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for 14–20 mm thick porcelain gres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for fast dry cutting—no water required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for straight and 45° miter cuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain steady feed pressure to maximize blade life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the Gres Master cut thick porcelain gres?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is specifically engineered for 14–20 mm thick porcelain gres and dense ceramic materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it require water cooling?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is optimized for dry cutting applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow clean are the cuts?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt prioritizes cutting speed over fine edge polish. Edges may require finishing or be covered by trim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it perform 45° cuts?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It supports accurate 45° miter bevel cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWorks Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tileduster-115-125\"\u003eTileDUSTER\u003c\/a\u003e — dust shroud for 4.5\"–5\" angle grinders; essential for dry cutting thick gres indoors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/duster-45-115-125\"\u003eDUSTER 45\u003c\/a\u003e — dust shroud for 45° miter cuts; pairs directly with this blade's bevel capability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/vortex\"\u003eVORTEX Dust Collector\u003c\/a\u003e — cyclone dust collection for extended dry cutting sessions on large flooring jobs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/edgeduster-115-125\"\u003eEdgeDUSTER\u003c\/a\u003e — dust control for edge and flush cuts along walls and thresholds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mechanic-slider-2-0-45-degree-tile-cutting-guide\"\u003eSLIDER 2.0 — 45° Tile Cutting Guide\u003c\/a\u003e — precision guide for repeatable bevel cuts on large-format tiles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ceramax-1200-adjustable-tile-work-table\"\u003eCeraMAX 1200 Adjustable Tile Work Table\u003c\/a\u003e — stable cutting platform for large-format and thick gres tiles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tiletemplate-xl\"\u003eTileTEMPLATE XL\u003c\/a\u003e — oversized layout template for large-format flooring tile positioning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFurther Reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/what-is-the-best-way-to-cut-porcelain-tile\"\u003eWhat Is the Best Way to Cut Porcelain Tile?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/which-diamond-blade-should-you-choose-for-porcelain-tile-and-ceramic-tile\"\u003eWhich Diamond Blade Should You Choose for Porcelain Tile and Ceramic Tile?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/how-to-cut-perfect-45-miter-edges-on-porcelain-tile-no-grinding-required\"\u003eHow to Cut Perfect 45° Miter Edges on Porcelain Tile (No Grinding Required)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/angle-grinder-instead-of-a-tile-saw-clean-cutting-of-ceramic-tile-and-porcelain\"\u003eAngle Grinder Instead of a Tile Saw: Clean Cutting of Ceramic Tile and Porcelain\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReturns can only be accepted for unused product in its original packaging. A copy of the original packing slip or invoice is required. Please see our return and refund policy \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/refund-policy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cspan class=\"js-reveal\" data-reveal-target=\".js-reveal-container\"\u003eCalifornia Residents Prop 65 Information\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"js-reveal-container\" data-reveal-mode=\"slide\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1643\/2529\/files\/exclamation-mark-24144_large.png?v=1511288737\" alt=\"\" width=\"16\" height=\"14\" border=\"0\" align=\"left\" style=\"margin: 6px 6px 0 0;\"\u003eWARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. 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