3M 7010330295 Unitized Abrasive Wheel 12 Inch Silicon Carbide

Product Description

The 3M 7010330295 is a 12-inch diameter unitized abrasive wheel from the Standard Abrasives Silicon Carbide HP 500 Series. Built with a soft, conformable density, this non-woven wheel is designed for light-pressure blending, finishing, and polishing on flat or contoured surfaces. The silicon carbide mineral cuts effectively on ferrous metals, non-ferrous metals, exotic alloys, titanium, and composites. Machinists, fabricators, and metal finishing technicians use this wheel when close tolerances demand finesse and a controlled, fine surface finish.

This wheel is suited for applications where strict dimensional tolerances must be maintained after surface work. The soft density construction conforms to irregular or contoured part geometry, making it practical for aerospace components, fabricated assemblies, and precision metalwork. The open web structure resists loading, extending service life across repeated finishing passes. The wheel runs clockwise and counterclockwise, providing flexibility across a range of tool and machine configurations in both shop and production environments.

Key Features

• Soft density silicon carbide construction conforms to flat and contoured surfaces for fine blending and polishing
• Silicon carbide mineral is compatible with ferrous metals, non-ferrous metals, exotic alloys, titanium, and composites
• Open web design is load resistant, supporting longer service life
• Nylon strands in the open web will not melt or smear under heat, reducing the risk of marks or blemishes on finished surfaces
• Runs clockwise and counterclockwise for versatile use across different tools and machines
• Center hole mounting attaches to a unitized wheel mandrel (sold separately)

Compatibility

Designed for use with a compatible unitized wheel mandrel, sold separately. Suitable for light-pressure blending, finishing, and polishing operations on ferrous metals, non-ferrous metals, exotic alloys, titanium, and composites where close tolerances are required.

Installation Notes

Mount this wheel on a compatible unitized wheel mandrel per the tool manufacturer's instructions before use. Confirm the spindle speed rating of the tool does not exceed the wheel's rated maximum RPM before operation. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment including eye protection and gloves during installation and operation. Inspect the wheel for damage before each use and remove it from service if any deterioration is observed.

Technical Specifications

• Diameter: 12 inches
• Series: Standard Abrasives Silicon Carbide HP 500 Series
• Abrasive Mineral: Silicon Carbide
• Density: Soft
• Wheel Type: Unitized, Non-Woven
• Rotation: Clockwise and Counterclockwise
• Package Length: 12.38 inches
• Package Width: 12.38 inches
• Package Height: 5.75 inches
• Weight: 11.703 pounds
• Unit of Measure: Each

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7010330295