3M 7000046073 Scotch-brite Exl Deburring Wheel 12 Inch

Product Description

The 3M 7000046073 is a convolute deburring and finishing wheel from the Scotch-Brite EXL series, designed for high-throughput surface finishing on metals, composites, and glass. The wheel measures 12 inches in diameter and 1.69 inches wide, weighing 2.76 pounds. Its hard, dense construction removes burrs quickly while leaving a smooth, clean surface without undercutting or distorting the workpiece. The convolute build keeps the wheel running true, delivering a consistent finish pass after pass. A unique resin system minimizes smearing and heat buildup, reducing the risk of discoloration or warping on heat-sensitive materials.

This wheel is suited for metal fabrication and finishing environments where deburring stamped parts, laser-cut components, or belt-sanded surfaces is part of the regular workflow. It performs in both manual and robotic processing setups, where its conformable characteristic keeps abrasive contact consistent across complex part geometries. Applicable trades and environments include sheet metal shops, aerospace component finishing, tool and die operations, and industrial fabrication lines requiring repeatable surface quality on mixed materials including steel, aluminum, and composites.

Key Features

• Hard, dense, convolute construction delivers consistent, repeatable surface finishing
• Conformable design maintains abrasive contact on complex or irregular part shapes
• Effective on metals, composites, and glass — one wheel handles multiple material types
• Minimizes heat buildup to reduce discoloration and warping on heat-sensitive substrates
• Unique resin system reduces smearing, cutting cleanup time between operations
• Will not undercut, gouge, or distort the workpiece during deburring or polishing

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement convolute deburring wheel suitable for bench- or arbor-mounted finishing applications requiring a 12-inch diameter wheel.

Installation Notes

This wheel is installed by machinists, fabricators, or maintenance technicians on bench grinders, floor-stand grinders, or automated robotic finishing equipment with a compatible arbor bore. Power down and lock out the machine before mounting or removing the wheel. Verify that the spindle speed rating of the equipment does not exceed the maximum RPM rating of the wheel before operation. Inspect the wheel for damage before each use and do not use a wheel that shows cracks, chips, or uneven wear.

Technical Specifications

• Diameter: 12 inches
• Width: 1.69 inches
• Package Length: 12.5 inches
• Package Width: 12.5 inches
• Weight: 2.76 pounds
• Construction: Convolute
• Application: Deburring, Finishing, Polishing
• Compatible Materials: Metals, Composites, Glass
• UPC: 00048011051383

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7000046073