3M 7000046892 Unitized Abrasive Wheel 3 Inch Aluminum Oxide

Product Description

The 3M 7000046892 is a unitized non-woven abrasive wheel designed for light-pressure surface cleaning, blending, and finishing operations. Built on an aluminum oxide abrasive grain bonded into an open, conformable web construction, this wheel delivers consistent cut and finish on both flat and contoured workpieces. The soft density matrix allows the wheel to conform closely to part geometry, making it well suited for applications where dimensional tolerances are tight and surface finish consistency matters. It is commonly used by metalworking fabricators, maintenance technicians, and finishing operators working with power tools or bench-mounted equipment.

This wheel is appropriate for light deburring, blending weld seams, cleaning oxidation, and preparing surfaces prior to coating or inspection. The open web structure resists loading from material buildup, extending usable service life compared to conventional bonded abrasive wheels. It is sized at 3 inches in diameter and mounts via a center-hole mandrel attachment. The mandrel is sold separately. The wheel runs clockwise or counterclockwise, giving operators flexibility when pairing it with different tools and machines in production or field service environments.

Key Features

• Soft density aluminum oxide construction conforms to flat and contoured part surfaces
• Open web resists loading, contributing to longer service life under continuous use
• Runs clockwise and counterclockwise for compatibility with a wider range of tools and machines
• Cuts faster than buff-and-blend non-woven products while maintaining finesse for close-tolerance work
• Center-hole design mounts with a unitized wheel mandrel (sold separately)
• Suited for cleaning, blending, and finishing under light pressure on metal workpieces

Compatibility

Designed for use with standard unitized wheel mandrels compatible with 3-inch center-hole non-woven abrasive wheels. Mandrel sold separately. Suitable for use with bench grinders, die grinders, and similar rotary tools capable of accepting this wheel diameter and hub configuration.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by maintenance technicians, fabricators, or machine operators familiar with rotary abrasive tooling. Power down and disconnect the tool from its power source before mounting or removing the wheel. Verify that the tool spindle speed rating meets or exceeds the rated maximum RPM of the wheel before operation. Inspect the wheel for damage before each use and do not use wheels that show signs of cracking, delamination, or uneven wear.

Technical Specifications

• Abrasive Material: Aluminum Oxide
• Wheel Type: Unitized Non-Woven
• Wheel Diameter: 3 inches
• Density Grade: Soft
• Rotation Direction: Clockwise and Counterclockwise
• Package Dimensions: 7.31 inches x 4.19 inches x 3.88 inches
• Weight: 0.899 pounds
• Unit of Measure: Each
• UPC: 051115331874

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7000046892