3M 7010299258 Scotch-brite Exl Unitized Wheel 3 in Fine

Product Description

The 3M 7010299258 is a Scotch-Brite EXL Unitized Wheel designed for smoothing, deburring, and finishing metal alloys, plastics, and composites. Built with a soft, conformable construction, the wheel keeps abrasive media in consistent contact with irregular or complex part geometries. The abrasive mineral is silicon carbide in a fine grit grade, making it well suited for light stock removal and surface refinement. At 3 inches in diameter, this wheel fits standard bench grinders, pedestal grinders, and automated finishing setups used in fabrication and machine shops. It weighs 2.36 pounds per unit.

This wheel is used in metal fabrication, light manufacturing, and finishing operations where controlled deburring and edge blending are required. The unitized construction holds its form throughout the wheel life, delivering consistent results whether the application is manual bench work or robotic processing. It is appropriate for finishing stainless steel, aluminum, titanium alloys, and a range of engineering plastics and composites. Its heat-minimizing design makes it suitable for heat-sensitive base materials where thermal discoloration or distortion is a concern.

Key Features

• Silicon carbide abrasive in a fine grit grade for light deburring and surface finishing
• Unitized, layered construction maintains consistent cut and finish throughout wheel life
• Conformable consistency keeps abrasive in contact with complex or irregular part shapes
• Operates in both clockwise and counterclockwise directions for flexible machine mounting
• Minimizes heat buildup to protect heat-sensitive materials from thermal damage
• Resists smearing for cleaner finished surfaces with less secondary prep

Compatibility

Designed for use on bench grinders, pedestal grinders, and automated robotic finishing equipment that accept 3-inch diameter unitized wheels. Suitable for metal alloys including steel and aluminum, as well as many plastics and composites.

Installation Notes

A qualified fabricator or machine operator should mount this wheel following the equipment manufacturer's spindle speed and arbor size specifications. Confirm the machine is fully de-energized and locked out before changing or dressing the wheel. Inspect the wheel for damage before mounting and ensure guards are in place before resuming operation. Eye protection and appropriate PPE are required during use.

Technical Specifications

• Abrasive Mineral: Silicon Carbide
• Grit Grade: Fine
• Wheel Diameter: 3 inches
• Package Dimensions: 6.9 x 6.9 x 4.4 inches
• Weight: 2.36 pounds
• Unit of Measure: Each
• UPC: 048011196966

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7010299258