3M 7000121885 Unitized Abrasive Wheel Silicon Carbide 2 in

Product Description

The 3M 7000121885 is a silicon carbide unitized abrasive wheel from the Standard Abrasives 500 Series, designed for light-pressure blending, finishing, and polishing on metallic and composite surfaces. At 2 inches in diameter, this non-woven wheel features a soft, conformable density that allows it to conform closely to flat and contoured workpiece geometries. It is well suited for applications where strict dimensional tolerances must be maintained, giving finishing technicians the control needed to achieve consistent, fine-finish results without aggressive material removal.

This wheel is used in metal fabrication, aerospace, and general industrial finishing environments where precision surface work is required. It is appropriate for ferrous and non-ferrous metals, including exotic alloys and titanium, as well as composite materials. Typical applications include deburring, light blending, and pre-polish finishing on machined or fabricated components. The wheel attaches to a tool spindle using a unitized wheel mandrel, which is sold separately.

Key Features

• Soft-density silicon carbide mineral delivers fine surface finishes with minimal stock removal
• Conformable construction adapts to flat and contoured part geometries, important for close-tolerance work
• Compatible with ferrous metals, non-ferrous metals, exotic alloys, titanium, and composite materials
• Open non-woven web construction resists loading, extending usable abrasive life
• Runs clockwise and counterclockwise, providing flexibility across a range of tool and machine setups
• Center-hole design mounts via a unitized wheel mandrel (sold separately)

Compatibility

Designed for use with unitized wheel mandrels on die grinders, bench grinders, and similar rotary finishing tools. Suitable for surface finishing operations on ferrous metals, non-ferrous metals, titanium, exotic alloys, and composites.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by a machinist, fabricator, or finishing technician. Before mounting, ensure the tool is fully powered down and disconnected from its power source. Verify the mandrel is rated for the wheel diameter and that the tool RPM does not exceed the wheel's maximum rated speed. Inspect the wheel for damage before each use and follow the tool manufacturer's mounting instructions for the unitized wheel mandrel.

Technical Specifications

• Diameter: 2 inches
• Abrasive Material: Silicon Carbide
• Wheel Type: Unitized, Non-Woven
• Series: 500 Series
• Weight: 0.327 pounds
• Package Length: 5.25 inches
• Package Width: 3.06 inches
• Package Height: 2.69 inches
• Unit of Measure: Each
• Minimum Order Quantity: 10
• UPC: 051115331973

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7000121885