| Application | Concentration (% in water) | Refractometer Reading (Brix) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Rough Grinding / Heavy Stock Removal | 3.0% – 4.0% | 1.5 – 2.0 | | | 4.0% – 6.0% | 2.5 – 3.5 | | Fine Finishing / Diamond Wheels | 5.0% – 7.0% | 3.0 – 4.5 | | Light Duty Machining (Aluminum) | 5.0% – 6.0% | 2.5 – 3.0 |
Beyond sheet materials (2D), the software optimizes linear bars, tubes, and profiles (1D), accounting for angles and section symmetries. Opticut 5.25
Accounts for the physical thickness of the saw blade (kerf) and pre-trimming requirements for rough sheet edges. | Application | Concentration (% in water) |