3M 7010329589 Scotch-brite Exl Unitized Wheel 5 in Fine

Product Description

The 3M 7010329589 Scotch-Brite EXL Unitized Wheel is a conformable abrasive wheel designed for smoothing, deburring, and finishing metal alloys, plastics, and composites. Built with silicon carbide abrasive at a fine grit rating, this 5-inch diameter wheel uses a tough, layered unitized construction that holds its shape under load. The soft, conformable consistency keeps the abrasive in consistent contact with the workpiece surface, reducing heat buildup and minimizing smearing. It is used by machinists, fabricators, and finishing technicians working on precision surface prep across a range of materials.

This wheel suits applications in metal fabrication shops, manufacturing lines, and robotic finishing cells. The unitized construction allows operation in both clockwise and counterclockwise directions, making it compatible with standard bench grinders, angle grinders, and automated tooling setups. Its conformability makes it effective on contoured or complex-shaped parts where flat abrasive media cannot maintain full contact. Suitable for use on ferrous and non-ferrous metal alloys as well as many plastics and composites.

Key Features

• Silicon carbide abrasive at fine grit for controlled finishing and deburring
• 5-inch diameter unitized construction operates clockwise or counterclockwise
• Conformable consistency maintains contact on complex and contoured part geometries
• Minimizes heat buildup, reducing risk of damage to heat-sensitive materials
• Resists smearing for cleaner surface results with less secondary prep
• Wheel edge can be dressed to restore cutting performance

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement abrasive wheel for use on standard bench grinders, angle grinders, and robotic finishing equipment accepting 5-inch diameter unitized wheels.

Installation Notes

Installation and mounting should be performed by a qualified machinist or finishing technician. Ensure the grinder or spindle is fully powered down and locked out before mounting or removing the wheel. Verify that the spindle RPM rating does not exceed the maximum RPM rating of the wheel before operation. Follow applicable ANSI and OSHA abrasive wheel safety standards during mounting, guarding, and use.

Technical Specifications

• Abrasive Material: Silicon Carbide
• Grit Grade: Fine
• Wheel Diameter: 5 inches
• Package Dimensions: 5.7 x 5.7 x 6 inches
• Weight: 0.14 pounds
• Unit of Measure: Each
• UPC: 00048011279541

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7010329589