3M 7000120812 Scotch-brite Cut and Polish Wheel 8 Inch

Product Description

The 3M 7000120812 is a Scotch-Brite CP-WL Cut and Polish Wheel designed for aggressive blending and finishing work on metal and similar surfaces. Built with aluminum oxide mineral, this wheel delivers an assertive cut that handles heavy-duty scratch blending and defect removal efficiently. At 8 inches in diameter, it fits standard bench or pedestal grinder arbors used in fabrication and finishing shops. The non-woven web construction resists loading, extending wheel life in demanding applications. The result is a tight, consistent scratch pattern suited to controlled surface finishing. Fabricators, welders, and metal finishing technicians are the primary installers and operators of this wheel.

This wheel is well suited to industrial and commercial metal fabrication environments where surface conditioning, weld blending, and defect removal are routine tasks. It performs in applications that previously required rubber-bonded wheels, offering a comparable or improved cut rate with the loading resistance typical of non-woven construction. Fine grit classification makes it appropriate for finishing passes after initial stock removal, where a controlled scratch pattern is required before moving to final polishing stages.

Key Features

• Aluminum oxide mineral provides aggressive cut for heavy-duty blending and finishing
• Non-woven web construction resists premature loading for longer service life
• Produces a tight scratch pattern suited to controlled finishing work
• Effective for defect removal and heavy scratch blending
• Suitable replacement for rubber-bonded finishing wheels
• Fine grit classification for finishing-stage surface conditioning

Compatibility

Designed as a direct-fit replacement for rubber-bonded finishing wheels used in bench grinder and pedestal grinder applications requiring an 8-inch diameter cut and polish wheel.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified operator following the grinder manufacturer's mounting instructions and applicable ANSI B7.1 safety standards for abrasive wheels. Always inspect the wheel for cracks or damage before mounting and never exceed the maximum rated operating speed marked on the wheel. Power down and lock out the grinder before changing wheels. Use the correct flanges and arbor hardware specified for the machine.

Technical Specifications

• Diameter: 8 inches
• Grit Classification: Fine
• Abrasive Mineral: Aluminum Oxide
• Construction: Non-woven web
• Package Length: 8.7 inches
• Package Width: 8.7 inches
• Package Height: 4.2 inches
• Weight: 1 pound
• Unit of Measure: Each
• UPC: 00048011029658

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7000120812