3M 7000046038 Scotch-brite Convolute Deburring Wheel 8 in Fine

Product Description

The 3M 7000046038 is a convolute-constructed light deburring wheel from the Scotch-Brite line, designed for light deburring, polishing, and blending on metals, composites, and glass. Built with a soft, non-woven web construction, the wheel runs cool and operates smoothly, reducing operator effort compared to harder wheel constructions. The non-woven material keeps fresh abrasive mineral continuously exposed as the wheel wears, delivering consistent cut and finish throughout the wheel's life. At 8 inches in diameter and 2.5 inches wide, it fits standard bench grinder and pedestal grinder arbors used in fabrication, maintenance, and finishing shops.

This wheel is suited for trade and industrial applications where light burr removal and surface finishing must be performed without introducing excess heat or smearing into the workpiece. Typical use cases include deburring machined metal parts, blending weld seams, and polishing composite or glass surfaces before final inspection or assembly. The fine grit designation makes it appropriate for finishing passes rather than aggressive stock removal. It is commonly used by machinists, fabricators, and maintenance technicians working with aluminum, steel, stainless, and similar materials.

Key Features

• Convolute construction provides smooth, consistent operation with reduced operator fatigue
• Non-woven web runs cool, reducing risk of heat distortion on sensitive materials
• Continuously exposes fresh abrasive as wheel wears for consistent finishing performance
• Unique resin system minimizes smearing, reducing post-process cleaning and prep time
• Multi-purpose: deburrs, blends, cleans, finishes, and polishes metals, composites, and glass
• Fine grit suited for light burr removal and polished surface finishes

Compatibility

Designed for use on standard bench and pedestal grinders accommodating an 8-inch diameter convolute wheel. Suitable for use on metals, composites, and glass surfaces requiring light deburring or finishing.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified operator familiar with abrasive wheel safety per ANSI B7.1 guidelines. Power down and lock out the grinder before mounting or removing the wheel. Inspect the wheel for cracks or damage before each use and confirm the grinder speed rating does not exceed the wheel's maximum RPM. Always use appropriate eye protection and guarding during operation.

Technical Specifications

• Diameter: 8 inches
• Width: 2.5 inches
• Grit: Fine
• Construction: Convolute, Non-Woven
• Application: Deburring, Polishing, Finishing, Blending
• Compatible Materials: Metals, Composites, Glass
• Package Dimensions: 8.6 x 8.5 x 2.5 inches
• Weight: 0.45 pounds
• UPC: 00048011195933

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7000046038