3M 7010328746 Scotch-brite Unitized Wheel 6 Inch

Product Description

The 3M 7010328746 Scotch-Brite Clean and Strip Unitized Wheel is a silicon carbide abrasive wheel engineered for aggressive surface preparation tasks. With a hard density-7 construction and low conformability, it delivers strong cutting action on edges and flat surfaces without gouging or damaging the base material. The layered unitized design maintains consistent performance throughout the life of the wheel. At 6 inches in diameter and approximately 3.1 inches wide, this wheel suits angle grinders and bench-mounted applications where durable, repeatable coating removal is required. Licensed tradespeople and industrial maintenance technicians rely on it for removing rust, paint, weld scale, and other tenacious surface coatings.

This wheel is used in industrial maintenance, metal fabrication, and facility repair applications. It excels at removing coatings from welds, preparing metal surfaces before recoating, and stripping rust and corrosion from structural steel, pipe, and plate. The hard density and low conformability keep it effective on tight edges and contoured profiles. It operates in both clockwise and counterclockwise directions, making it adaptable to different grinder configurations and work orientations. Shops handling heavy coating removal where wire wheels present safety concerns will find this wheel a direct, longer-lasting alternative.

Key Features

• Hard density-7 unitized construction provides aggressive cutting action with low conformability for edge work
• Silicon carbide abrasive removes rust, paint, weld scale, and coatings without damaging base material
• Layered, durable build resists heat buildup and loading on soft coatings for prolonged operation
• Runs clockwise or counterclockwise, compatible with standard angle grinder configurations
• Safer alternative to wire wheels and cups for coating and corrosion removal
• Reaches hard-to-access areas including tight edges and recessed geometry

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style unitized wheel for use on angle grinders and right-angle die grinders accepting 6-inch diameter abrasive wheel accessories with appropriate arbor fitment.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by qualified personnel familiar with abrasive wheel safety per ANSI B7.1 standards. Verify the grinder spindle speed rating meets or exceeds the maximum RPM marked on the wheel before mounting. Inspect the wheel for visible damage before each use and ensure the guard is properly positioned. Always use appropriate eye protection, hearing protection, and respiratory protection when operating abrasive wheels.

Technical Specifications

• Diameter: 6 inches
• Width: 3.1 inches
• Package Dimensions: 6.7 x 6.7 x 3.1 inches
• Weight: 0.76 pounds
• Abrasive Material: Silicon Carbide
• Density: 7 (Hard)
• Conformability: Low
• Unit of Measure: Each
• UPC: 00048011172354

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7010328746