3M 7010299299 Scotch-brite Exl Unitized Wheel 3 in Fine

Product Description

The 3M 7010299299 Scotch-Brite EXL Unitized Wheel is a 3-inch diameter abrasive wheel constructed with silicon carbide grain at a fine grit rating. Its soft, conformable construction is designed to smooth, deburr, and finish the edges of metal alloys, plastics, and composites without generating excessive heat or smearing the workpiece surface. The unitized, layered build holds its shape throughout the wheel's service life, maintaining consistent cut and finish from first use to last. Fabricators, metalworkers, and finishing technicians use this wheel for both manual and robotic processing applications.

This wheel suits deburring, surface conditioning, and edge finishing on a range of materials including steel, aluminum, other metal alloys, and many plastics and composites. Its conformable nature makes it effective on complex-shaped or contoured parts where rigid abrasives lose contact. The fine grit rating targets light material removal, edge blending, and pre-polish surface preparation. It is applicable in both production shop environments and maintenance finishing work.

Key Features

• 3-inch diameter unitized construction maintains consistent abrasive action throughout wheel life
• Silicon carbide grain at fine grit for controlled edge finishing and light deburring
• Soft, conformable consistency keeps abrasive in contact with complex or contoured part profiles
• Operates in clockwise or counterclockwise rotation for flexible machine mounting
• Resists smearing, producing cleaner surfaces with less post-process preparation
• Minimizes heat build-up, reducing thermal impact on heat-sensitive workpieces

Compatibility

Designed for use on metal alloys, plastics, and composites; suitable for bench grinders, die grinders, and automated robotic finishing equipment configured for unitized wheel arbor mounting.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified operator familiar with abrasive wheel safety per ANSI B7.1 guidelines. Power down and lockout the machine before mounting or removing the wheel. Confirm the machine spindle speed does not exceed the maximum rated RPM marked on the wheel. Dress the wheel edge as needed before use to expose fresh abrasive and achieve optimal deburring or finishing contact.

Technical Specifications

• Diameter: 3 inches
• Abrasive Material: Silicon Carbide
• Grit Grade: Fine
• Construction: Unitized
• Package Dimensions: 6.9 x 6.9 x 4.4 inches
• Weight: 0.07 pounds
• Sold As: Each
• Minimum Order Quantity: 20

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7010299299