3M 7010329598 Scotch-brite Exl Unitized Wheel 6 in Ao

Product Description

The 3M 7010329598 is a Scotch-Brite EXL Unitized Wheel designed for smoothing, deburring, and finishing metal alloys, plastics, and composites. The wheel measures 6 inches in diameter with a 3/4 inch arbor and features a soft, conformable construction that keeps the abrasive in consistent contact with the workpiece surface. The unitized layered build integrates abrasive mineral throughout the wheel body, so performance remains consistent as the wheel wears. Aluminum oxide (AO) abrasive provides reliable cut on a wide range of ferrous and non-ferrous metals. This wheel is used by metalworkers, fabricators, and finishing technicians on bench grinders and automated finishing systems.

This wheel suits edge finishing, deburring, and surface preparation on metal alloys, plastics, and composites in both manual and robotic processing environments. The conformable structure allows the abrasive to follow complex contours and irregular part geometries, making it practical for production finishing lines as well as shop-bench work. The wheel resists smearing, which reduces the need for secondary cleaning or preparation steps. It is appropriate for light industrial applications where minimizing heat buildup is a priority, particularly on heat-sensitive base materials.

Key Features

• Conformable, unitized construction maintains abrasive contact on complex part shapes including in robotic processing setups
• Operates in both clockwise and counterclockwise directions, offering flexible mounting orientation
• Aluminum oxide abrasive mineral delivers consistent cut on metal alloys, many plastics, and composites
• Resists smearing for cleaner finished surfaces and reduced prep between operations
• Minimizes heat buildup, reducing thermal impact on heat-sensitive workpiece materials
• Wheel edge can be dressed to restore cutting geometry for deburring, finishing, and polishing operations

Compatibility

Designed as a replacement or production-supply unitized finishing wheel for bench grinders and automated finishing equipment accepting a 6 inch diameter, 3/4 inch arbor wheel.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified metalworking or maintenance technician. Ensure the grinder or finishing machine is fully powered down and locked out before mounting the wheel. Verify that the machine spindle speed rating meets or exceeds the maximum RPM rating of the wheel before operation. Inspect the wheel for damage prior to each use and follow applicable ANSI B11 or OSHA abrasive wheel safety guidelines.

Technical Specifications

• Wheel Diameter: 6 inches
• Arbor Size: 3/4 inch
• Abrasive Type: Aluminum Oxide (AO)
• Construction: Unitized
• Package Weight: 0.19 pounds
• Package Length: 6.7 inches
• Package Width: 6.7 inches
• Package Height: 3.1 inches
• Sold As: Each

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7010329598