3M 7000120586 Scotch-brite Unitized Wheel 6 Inch Ao

Product Description

The 3M 7000120586 is a Scotch-Brite Cut and Polish Unitized Wheel designed for aggressive deburring, blending, and finishing on harder metals. Built with a tightly layered, non-woven construction, the wheel maintains consistent cutting action throughout its service life and resists loading that would otherwise slow production. The aluminum oxide abrasive mineral is present at high concentration, delivering a bright finish on stainless steel, carbon steel, and high nickel alloys. At 6 inches in diameter with a 5/8 inch arbor, it is sized for portable grinders and small bench applications where tight clearances or narrow widths are required.

This unitized wheel is well suited for metal fabrication, maintenance, and finishing work in shops handling harder alloys. The tightly layered structure can operate in both clockwise and counterclockwise rotation, giving installers flexibility when mounting to right-angle grinders or bench-mounted spindles. It is commonly used for weld blending, scale removal, and surface preparation before coating or inspection. The non-woven construction provides controlled abrasive action that reduces the risk of undercutting or gouging the base material, making it appropriate for applications where dimensional tolerance or surface integrity matters.

Key Features

• High concentration aluminum oxide mineral delivers fast cutting and a consistent bright finish throughout wheel life
• Tightly layered unitized construction operates in clockwise or counterclockwise directions
• Non-woven flexible construction provides controlled abrasive action, reducing the risk of undercutting or gouging
• Scotch-Brite material resists loading and wears at a uniform rate for continuous cutting action
• Sized for portable applications requiring small diameters and narrow widths
• Effective on stainless steel, carbon steel, and high nickel alloys

Compatibility

Designed for use on portable grinders and bench-mounted spindles accepting a 5/8 inch arbor. Suited for deburring, blending, and finishing operations on harder metals including stainless steel, carbon steel, and high nickel alloys.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified operator familiar with abrasive wheel safety and angle grinder operation. Confirm the grinder or spindle RPM rating meets or exceeds the wheel's rated maximum speed before mounting. Power down and disconnect the tool from its power source before installing or removing the wheel. Inspect the wheel for damage before each use and follow ANSI B7.1 safety code requirements for abrasive wheel handling and guarding.

Technical Specifications

• Diameter: 6 inches
• Arbor Size: 5/8 inch
• Abrasive Type: Aluminum Oxide (AO)
• Construction: Unitized, non-woven
• Weight: 0.33 pounds
• Package Dimensions: 6.7 x 6.7 x 3.1 inches
• Unit of Measure: Each

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7000120586