Re: ATM Spherizing at the end of rough grinding; Carbo consumption

[astillma@nit.AirTouch.COM (Anthony Stillman)]

Going through grit too fast.

1/80 of an inch (12.5 thousands) is a bit much to switch to a W.  I would use the 
corodial until it was within a few thousands, actually a bit over as sphere-izing will 
take a bit off.  Also, you may not be putting enough force into the process.  I find in 
watching people working their first mirror that they often treat the glass too gingerly ( 
a good idea when washing and moving ).  Try pressing down a bit more.  Lastly, you can 
also reuse the #80 mud that falls off to the side.  It doesn't last very long (short 
wets), but it can help.

Aliens may or may not be involved in the alledged abduction of abrasive to which you have 
alluded. However, it is clear that this sort of dutoe--*#73656hj$#@*(&*^ 
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