DiStar Shine 5" Ultra-Thin Diamond Blade — Chip-Free Wet Cutting for Porcelain When the edge is going to show, the margin for chips is zero. The Shine is DiStar's finish-grade porcelain blade: an ultra-thin 0.6 mm diamond layer with a fine-dispersed diamond structure that cuts with minimal resistance and leaves an edge close to factory-smooth. A thin kerf means less material fighting the blade, which translates to faster cuts — up to two to three times faster than a standard blade — and, on a cordless grinder, longer runtime per charge. PTFE-reinforced flanges keep the blade running with less vibration and noise, so detailed cuts stay controlled. Paired with a water-spray attachment on a cordless 5/8"-11 grinder, the Shine delivers clean, chip-free results on porcelain gres and ceramic tile that usually need no edge finishing at all — the water feed keeps the edge crisp and the thin core running true. Why Tile Pros Choose It Factory-clean edges: The 0.6 mm ultra-thin layer produces chip-free cuts that rarely need grinding. Cuts 2–3x faster: A thin kerf means less resistance and quicker passes. Easier on cordless tools: Lower drag means longer runtime per battery charge. Smoother, quieter cuts: PTFE-reinforced flanges cut vibration and noise. Finish-grade results: Built for the visible, high-value cuts where edge quality matters most. Wet-cut clean: A steady water feed keeps the edge crisp and the thin core true. Usage tip: Run it with a steady water feed and let the blade do the work — forcing a thin blade is how you wander off the line.