3M 7000144179 Flexible Flap Wheel 6 Inch 60 Grit Ao

Product Description

The 3M 7000144179 is an aluminum oxide flexible flap wheel designed for deburring, edge finishing, and surface conditioning on inside diameters and contoured workpieces. The wheel measures 6 inches in diameter and carries a 60-grit aluminum oxide abrasive that cuts quickly on both ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Flexible coated flaps conform to irregular surfaces and produce a consistent linear scratch pattern. A steel mandrel minimizes chatter during operation, helping maintain control and finish quality. Licensed tradespeople and metalworking professionals use this wheel for production deburring, parting line removal, and flash cleanup.

This flap wheel is suited for inside diameter grinding, contour finishing, and deburring on fabricated metal components. Typical applications include removing burrs from machined bores, smoothing weld flash, and blending parting lines on cast or stamped parts. The flexible flap construction allows the abrasive to stay in contact with curved or irregular surfaces without gouging, making it effective in situations where rigid wheels would leave uneven results. It is sold individually and is appropriate for use in fabrication shops, maintenance facilities, and production environments.

Key Features

• Flexible flaps conform to flat and contoured surfaces for even material removal
• Aluminum oxide abrasive cuts quickly on ferrous and non-ferrous metals
• Produces a linear scratch pattern suitable for finish work
• Steel mandrel reduces chatter for better control during use
• Coated abrasive flaps clean and deburr inner diameters and contours
• Sold individually with a minimum order quantity of one

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style abrasive flap wheel for use on rotary tools and grinders that accept standard mandrel-mounted 6-inch flap wheel attachments.

Installation Notes

This wheel is installed and operated by metalworkers, fabricators, and maintenance technicians using compatible rotary grinders or drill presses. Verify that the tool spindle speed does not exceed the rated maximum RPM marked on the wheel before mounting. Wear appropriate PPE including eye protection and gloves during installation and operation. Inspect the wheel for damage before each use and do not use a wheel that shows signs of tearing or delamination.

Technical Specifications

• Diameter: 6 inches
• Abrasive Material: Aluminum Oxide
• Grit: 60
• Construction: Flexible Flap Wheel
• Mandrel Material: Steel
• Package Dimensions: 6.7 x 6.5 x 6.7 inches
• Weight: 4.35 pounds
• UPC: 051115425337
• Sold As: Each

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7000144179