3M 7010310511 Flexible Flap Wheel 6 Inch 180 Grit Ao

Product Description

The 3M 7010310511 is an aluminum oxide flexible flap wheel designed for deburring, finishing, and surface blending on inside diameters and contoured workpieces. The coated abrasive flaps conform to curved and irregular surfaces to produce a consistent linear scratch pattern. Aluminum oxide abrasive cuts quickly and performs on both ferrous and non-ferrous metals. A steel mandrel minimizes chatter during operation, improving control and finish consistency. This wheel is a practical choice for fabrication shops, welding operations, and metal finishing work where edge deburring and parting line removal are routine tasks.

This flexible flap wheel suits applications involving inside diameter finishing, contour blending, flash removal, and edge deburring on metal parts. The 6-inch diameter and 180-grit abrasive make it well suited for fine finishing passes on machined or cast components. It is used in light manufacturing, metal fabrication, and industrial maintenance environments where consistent surface finish on complex geometries is required. Installation on a compatible mandrel attachment allows straightforward integration into handheld or bench-mounted rotary tools.

Key Features

• Flexible abrasive flaps conform to flat, contoured, and inside-diameter surfaces
• 180-grit aluminum oxide delivers fine finishing and light deburring action
• Produces a linear scratch pattern for uniform surface finish
• Steel mandrel reduces vibration and chatter during use
• Aluminum oxide abrasive is compatible with ferrous and non-ferrous materials
• Coated flap construction clears debris and maintains consistent cut rate

Compatibility

Designed as a standard replacement-style flexible flap wheel for rotary tools and die grinders accepting mandrel-mount abrasive wheels in 6-inch diameter configurations.

Installation Notes

Metalworking professionals and fabricators typically install flap wheels on die grinders or bench-mounted rotary tools. Ensure the tool is powered down and disconnected from its power source before mounting or removing the wheel. Verify that the tool RPM rating meets or exceeds the maximum rated speed of the wheel before operation. Inspect the wheel for damage before each use and do not use a wheel that shows signs of delamination or core damage.

Technical Specifications

• Abrasive Material: Aluminum Oxide
• Grit: 180
• Wheel Diameter: 6 inches
• Wheel Type: Flexible Flap Wheel
• Mandrel: Steel
• Package Dimensions: 6.5 x 6.5 x 6.75 inches
• Weight: 4.3 pounds
• Unit of Measure: Each
• Minimum Order Quantity: 5
• UPC: 051115427676

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7010310511