3M 7000046229 Scotch-brite Exl Deburring Wheel 10 in

Product Description

The 3M 7000046229 is a convolute-construction deburring and finishing wheel from the Scotch-Brite EXL line, designed for fast, consistent material finishing in fabrication and industrial applications. The hard, dense wheel body quickly removes burrs, finishes surfaces, and polishes metals, composites, and glass in a single operation. Its conformable structure keeps the abrasive in continuous contact with the workpiece, reducing the risk of undercutting, gouging, or distortion. A unique resin system minimizes smearing and heat buildup, making it well-suited for heat-sensitive substrates where discoloration or warping is a concern.

This wheel is used in metal fabrication shops, manufacturing facilities, and automated robotic finishing lines. It is effective on stamped parts, laser-cut edges, and surfaces requiring cleanup after belt sanding. The 10 inch diameter and 5 inch arbor fit standard bench grinders and automated wheel spindles commonly used in production environments. Licensed tradespeople and fabrication technicians working with ferrous and non-ferrous metals, composites, and glass surfaces will find this wheel handles deburring, finishing, and polishing without tool changes.

Key Features

• Convolute construction delivers a smooth, consistent finish across the wheel face
• Hard, dense body removes burrs and polishes without undercutting or gouging the workpiece
• Conformable abrasive contact suits complex-shaped parts and robotic processing environments
• Effective on metals, composites, and glass — reducing the need for multiple wheel types
• Resin system minimizes smearing, reducing surface cleanup time
• Low heat buildup reduces discoloration and warping risk on heat-sensitive materials

Compatibility

Designed for use on standard bench grinders and automated spindle setups accepting a 5 inch arbor bore with a 10 inch diameter wheel. Suitable for deburring and finishing ferrous metals, non-ferrous metals, composites, and glass.

Installation Notes

Mount this wheel on a grinder or spindle rated for the wheel diameter and arbor size before operating. Ensure the machine is fully powered off and locked out before mounting or removing the wheel. Verify that the wheel speed rating meets or exceeds the RPM of the machine spindle. Eye protection and appropriate PPE should be worn during operation per applicable shop safety standards.

Technical Specifications

• Wheel Diameter: 10 inches
• Arbor Size: 5 inches
• Construction: Convolute
• Package Dimensions: 10.4 x 10.4 x 2.6 inches
• Weight: 1.2 pounds
• UOM: Each
• UPC: 00048011600277

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7000046229