3M 7000046141 Scotch-brite Exl Deburring Wheel 6 in Fine

Product Description

The 3M 7000046141 is a convolute deburring and finishing wheel from the Scotch-Brite EXL line, built for trade and industrial use wherever metal, composite, or glass surfaces require consistent edge deburring and surface finishing. The wheel features a hard, dense, conformable construction that removes burrs and polishes surfaces in a single step without undercutting, gouging, or distorting the workpiece. At 6 inches in diameter and rated at a fine grit level, it suits a wide range of production finishing applications. Fabricators, machinists, and metal finishing technicians are the primary installers and operators of this wheel.

This wheel is used in fabrication shops, machine shops, and manufacturing environments where stamped, laser-cut, or belt-sanded metal parts require a clean, smooth final surface. Its conformable nature keeps the abrasive in continuous contact with complex-shaped or irregular part geometries, making it well-suited for both manual bench operations and robotic or automated finishing systems. It works across metal alloys, composites, and glass substrates, reducing the need to switch wheels between materials.

Key Features

• Hard, dense convolute construction delivers a consistent finish and keeps the wheel running smooth under load
• Conformable design maintains abrasive contact on complex or irregular part geometries including stamped and laser-cut parts
• Effective on metals, composites, and glass — one wheel for multiple substrate types
• Unique resin system minimizes smearing, reducing post-process cleaning time
• Minimizes heat buildup, reducing risk of discoloration and warping on heat-sensitive materials
• Suitable for robotic or automated finishing systems due to consistent conformability

Compatibility

Designed as a convolute deburring and finishing wheel for use on bench grinders and automated finishing equipment accepting 6-inch diameter convolute wheels. Suitable for deburring stamped or laser-cut parts and for finishing after belt sanding operations.

Installation Notes

This wheel is mounted and operated by machinists, fabricators, or finishing technicians on compatible bench or pedestal grinders and automated finishing systems. Before mounting, confirm the arbor size and maximum RPM rating of the host machine matches the wheel specifications. Ensure the machine is powered down and locked out before changing wheels. Follow standard wheel-mounting procedures per ANSI B7.1 safety requirements for abrasive wheel use.

Technical Specifications

• Diameter: 6 inches
• Grit: Fine
• Wheel Type: Convolute Deburring
• Package Dimensions: 6.7 x 6.7 x 3.1 inches
• Weight: 1.15 pounds
• Unit of Measure: Each
• Minimum Order Quantity: 4

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7000046141