{"product_id":"ba5t","title":"BA5T™ Faceting Lap","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBA5T™\u003c\/strong\u003e is a fundamentally different alloy family from the standard BATT™ formulations, engineered specifically for high-level competition and demanding production polishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts advanced alloy structure provides a smooth, low-friction polishing feel with exceptional stability at higher operating speeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesigned for Competition \u0026amp; High-Speed Production\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBA5T™ is intended for experienced faceters who require a harder, finer-grained lap capable of maintaining control, consistency, and polish quality under demanding production timelines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis lap excels in competition environments and professional shops where repeatability, speed, and polish reliability matter more than entry-level forgiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eConstruction \u0026amp; Service Life\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the alloy’s complexity and casting characteristics, BA5T™ laps are produced as heavy \u003cem\u003ePro-Weight\u003c\/em\u003e castings weighing approximately 2.5 kg and require additional precision-machining steps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe increased mass and substantial working surface provide:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMultiple resurfacings over the life of the lap\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGreater dimensional stability at speed\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExtended service life in continuous production use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCost \u0026amp; Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBA5T™ is a premium, professional-grade lap made from advanced alloy materials selected for performance rather than economy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor most hobbyists, the standard BATT™ remains the best price-to-performance option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor competition and commercial cutters, BA5T™ delivers fast polishing, high throughput, and consistent results that justify its place as a serious professional polishing tool.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gearloose Lapidary","offers":[{"title":"6 inch","offer_id":51868141388098,"sku":"BA5T-6","price":249.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 inch","offer_id":51868141420866,"sku":"BA5T-8","price":349.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/9869\/0882\/files\/20260806_183050_d9c6e42e-bf04-40d5-bcd4-af8ac93a713c.jpg?v=1786067897","url":"https:\/\/gearloose.com\/products\/ba5t","provider":"Gearloose Lapidary","version":"1.0","type":"link"}