3M 7000120982 Scotch-brite Exl Unitized Wheel 6 Inch Fine

Product Description

The 3M 7000120982 is a Scotch-Brite EXL Unitized Wheel built for smoothing, deburring, and finishing metal alloys, plastics, and composites. The abrasive material is silicon carbide with a fine grit rating, making it well suited for surface preparation and edge finishing tasks that demand consistent results without aggressive stock removal. Its soft, conformable construction keeps the abrasive in contact with irregular or complex-shaped workpieces throughout the operation. The wheel measures 6 inches in diameter and weighs 0.12 pounds, making it a practical choice for bench grinder or spindle-mounted applications in fabrication and finishing shops.

This unitized wheel is designed for use in metalworking, fabrication, and light industrial finishing environments. It performs well on deburring cut edges, blending weld seams, and preparing surfaces before coating or assembly. The fine grit and silicon carbide abrasive combination is appropriate for work on stainless steel, aluminum, and other metal alloys, as well as many plastics and composites. It can be integrated into both manual bench operations and robotic or automated finishing systems where consistent conformability is required.

Key Features

• Silicon carbide abrasive at fine grit for controlled surface finishing and deburring
• Soft, conformable unitized construction conforms to complex and irregular part geometries
• Layered construction supports both clockwise and counterclockwise spindle rotation
• Wheel edge can be dressed to maintain effective cutting action throughout service life
• Minimizes heat build-up, reducing risk of thermal damage on heat-sensitive materials
• Resists smearing for cleaner finished surfaces with less follow-up preparation

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-use unitized wheel for bench grinders, die grinders, and spindle finishing equipment accepting 6-inch diameter abrasive wheels.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified operator following the equipment manufacturer's mounting instructions for abrasive wheels. Always power down and disconnect the grinder or spindle before mounting or removing the wheel. Confirm that the machine's maximum RPM rating meets or exceeds the wheel's rated speed before operation. Eye protection and appropriate PPE are required during use in accordance with ANSI abrasive wheel safety standards.

Technical Specifications

• Abrasive Material: Silicon Carbide
• Grit: Fine
• Wheel Diameter: 6 inches
• Package Dimensions: 6.7 x 6.7 x 3.1 inches
• Weight: 0.12 pounds
• Unit of Measure: Each

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7000120982