3M 7010329073 Scotch-brite Metal Finishing Wheel 6 in

Product Description

The 3M 7010329073 is a Scotch-Brite Metal Finishing Wheel designed to deliver consistent brushed, satin, and mill finishes on stainless steel, brass, aluminum, and other metals. At 6 inches in diameter with a 1-inch arbor, the wheel mounts to bench grinders and finishing machines used in fabrication, plumbing fixture manufacturing, and appliance trim work. Its convolute construction winds abrasive-impregnated material around a fiber core, producing smooth, fine-line surface finishes without gouging the base material. Licensed tradespeople and metal finishing technicians rely on this wheel where controlled abrasive action and surface uniformity are required.

This wheel is suited for applications involving brushed stainless steel surfaces, cutlery finishing, builders hardware, appliance trim, and plumbing fixtures. It performs well on both flat and contoured or irregular surfaces due to its high conformability. Typical use cases include blending and matching 3 or 4 mill finishes on stainless steel fabrications and producing repeatable satin or brushed aesthetics in light manufacturing and trade service environments.

Key Features

• Convolute construction wound around a fiber core runs smooth for fine, uniform surface finishing
• Open-web construction resists loading and dissipates heat for cooler operation during extended runs
• High conformability allows effective finishing of irregular and contoured surfaces
• Controlled abrasive action prevents undercutting or gouging of base material
• Effective on stainless steel, brass, aluminum, and other metals
• Compatible with 3 and 4 mill finish blending applications on stainless steel

Compatibility

Designed for use on bench grinders and finishing machines accepting a 1-inch arbor. Suitable for metal finishing work on stainless steel, brass, aluminum, and similar metals including cutlery, appliance trim, builders hardware, and plumbing fixtures.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified operator familiar with abrasive wheel safety. Power down and disconnect the machine from its power source before mounting or removing the wheel. Verify the machine spindle speed does not exceed the rated maximum speed of the wheel, and confirm arbor compatibility before use. Operators should wear appropriate eye protection and follow applicable ANSI B7.1 safety standards for abrasive wheel use.

Technical Specifications

• Wheel Diameter: 6 inches
• Arbor Size: 1 inch
• Abrasive Type: Aluminum Oxide (AO)
• Construction: Convolute, open-web with fiber core
• Package Dimensions: 6.9 inches x 6.9 inches x 4.4 inches
• Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Sold As: Each
• UPC: 00048011018911

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7010329073