3M 7010329618 Scotch-brite Metal Finishing Wheel 16 in

Product Description

The 3M 7010329618 Scotch-Brite MF-WL Metal Finishing Wheel is a convolute abrasive wheel engineered to produce uniform brushed, satin, and mill finishes on metal surfaces. Built around a fiber core with open-web construction, the wheel delivers consistent abrasive cutting action while running cool to protect workpiece integrity. At 16 inches in diameter and sized for a 10 inch arbor, it is suited for bench-mounted or pedestal finishing machines used in metalworking and fabrication shops. Finishing technicians and tradespeople use it to achieve repeatable surface profiles on stainless steel, brass, aluminum, and similar metals without gouging or undercutting.

This wheel is commonly deployed in light industrial and trade finishing operations where surface consistency is critical. Typical applications include blending and matching 3 or 4 mill finishes on stainless steel sheet and producing brushed or satin finishes on cutlery, appliance trim, builders hardware, and plumbing fixtures. The highly conformable structure allows the wheel to follow irregular or contoured surfaces, making it practical for components that are not perfectly flat. It is sold individually and fits standard arbor spindle setups found in production finishing equipment.

Key Features

• Convolute construction wound around a fiber core runs smooth for fine, uniform surface finishing
• Open-web design resists loading and dissipates heat, protecting workpiece and wheel life
• High conformability allows effective finishing on irregular, curved, or contoured surfaces
• Controlled abrasive action prevents undercutting and gouging on stainless steel, brass, and aluminum
• Produces consistent satin, brushed, and mill finishes suitable for blending 3 or 4 mill stainless profiles

Compatibility

Designed for use on bench or pedestal finishing machines with a 10 inch arbor spindle. Suitable for ferrous and non-ferrous metals including stainless steel, brass, and aluminum in fabrication and metalworking applications.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified operator familiar with abrasive wheel safety and the equipment manufacturer guidelines. Ensure the machine is fully de-energized and locked out before mounting or removing the wheel. Verify that the arbor size, machine RPM rating, and maximum operating speed of the wheel are compatible before use. Inspect the wheel for damage before each use and follow applicable ANSI safety standards for abrasive wheel mounting and guarding.

Technical Specifications

• Wheel Diameter: 16 inches
• Arbor Size: 10 inches
• Abrasive Type: Aluminum Oxide (AO)
• Construction: Convolute, open-web with fiber core
• Package Dimensions: 16.5 x 16.5 x 1.7 inches
• Weight: 3.7 pounds
• Sold As: Each
• UPC: 00048011929040

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7010329618