3M 7000046080 Scotch-brite Exl Unitized Wheel 6 in Fine Grit

Product Description

The 3M 7000046080 is a Scotch-Brite EXL Unitized Wheel designed for smoothing, deburring, and finishing operations on metal alloys, plastics, and composites. Built with a soft, conformable construction, this 6-inch diameter wheel uses silicon carbide abrasive at a fine grit level to deliver consistent surface refinement without smearing or excessive heat buildup. The unitized structure integrates the abrasive throughout the wheel body, allowing it to maintain cutting performance as it wears. Fabricators, metalworkers, and finishing technicians working on production or repair operations will find this wheel well suited to edge work and surface prep tasks.

This wheel is intended for use on bench grinders, pedestal grinders, or automated robotic finishing systems where controlled deburring, light stock removal, and surface blending are required. Its conformable nature makes it effective on complex geometries and contoured parts. The fine grit designation suits final finishing passes and pre-polish prep on metal alloys as well as many plastics and composite materials.

Key Features

• Silicon carbide abrasive at fine grit for controlled finishing and deburring
• Unitized layered construction maintains consistent cut rate as the wheel wears
• Operates in both clockwise and counterclockwise directions for flexible mounting
• Conformable consistency allows abrasive contact on complex-shaped and contoured parts
• Resists smearing for cleaner surface results and reduced prep time
• Minimizes heat buildup to protect heat-sensitive base materials

Compatibility

Designed for use with bench grinders and pedestal grinder arbors accepting 6-inch diameter unitized abrasive wheels. Suitable for finishing metal alloys, plastics, and composites in manual or robotic processing setups.

Installation Notes

Mounting and use of abrasive wheels should be performed by qualified personnel following ANSI B7.1 safety standards for the use, care, and protection of abrasive wheels. Always confirm the machine spindle speed does not exceed the wheel's rated maximum RPM before mounting. Inspect the wheel for cracks or damage prior to installation and ensure the arbor flanges are clean and correctly sized. Use appropriate eye protection and guarding during operation.

Technical Specifications

• Abrasive Material: Silicon Carbide
• Grit: Fine
• Wheel Diameter: 6 inches
• Package Dimensions: 6.7 x 6.7 x 3.1 inches
• Weight: 0.13 pounds
• Unit of Measure: Each
• UPC: 00048011185972

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7000046080