3M 7000045989 Scotch-brite Metal Finishing Wheel 8 in Ao

Product Description

The 3M 7000045989 is a convolute metal finishing wheel from the Scotch-Brite line, designed to deliver consistent brushed, satin, and mill finishes on stainless steel, brass, aluminum, and other metals. The wheel measures 8 inches in diameter with a 3-inch arbor bore and is constructed with an open-web, aluminum oxide abrasive wound around a fiber core. This combination of open-web construction and convolute winding allows the wheel to run cool, resist loading, and maintain uniform cutting action across the full face of the wheel. Trade professionals in metal fabrication, plumbing fixture finishing, and appliance trim work rely on this wheel for controlled, repeatable surface finishing results.

This finishing wheel is used in applications that require blending or matching 3 or 4 mill finishes on stainless steel, as well as creating brushed or satin finishes on cutlery, appliance trim, builders hardware, and plumbing fixtures. Its high conformability makes it effective on irregular or contoured surfaces where flat abrasive media would leave uneven results. It is well suited for production and job-shop environments where consistent surface finish quality is required across multiple workpieces.

Key Features

• Open-web construction resists loading and runs cool for professional results on stainless steel, brass, and aluminum
• Convolute winding around a fiber core promotes smooth, uniform finishing action
• High conformability allows effective finishing of irregular and contoured surfaces
• Controlled abrasive action helps prevent undercutting or gouging
• Aluminum oxide abrasive delivers consistent cutting power for satin, mill, and brushed finishes
• 3-inch arbor bore fits standard bench and pedestal finishing equipment

Compatibility

Designed for use on standard finishing equipment with a 3-inch arbor. Suitable for use on stainless steel, brass, aluminum, and similar metals requiring surface finishing or blending.

Installation Notes

Mounting should be performed by a qualified operator familiar with abrasive wheel safety and equipment manufacturer specifications. Ensure the spindle speed of the machine does not exceed the maximum rated RPM of the wheel before mounting. Power down and lock out the machine before installing or removing the wheel. Inspect the wheel for damage before each use and follow ANSI B7.1 safety standards for abrasive wheel mounting and operation.

Technical Specifications

• Diameter: 8 inches
• Arbor Size: 3 inches
• Abrasive Type: Aluminum Oxide
• Construction: Convolute, open-web with fiber core
• Package Weight: 3 pounds
• Package Length: 8.7 inches
• Package Width: 8.7 inches
• Package Height: 4.2 inches
• UPC: 00048011018720

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7000045989