3M 7010364295 Unitized Wheel 4 Inch Silicon Carbide

Product Description

The 3M 7010364295 is a Scotch-Brite Clean and Strip Unitized Wheel designed for aggressive coating removal on metal surfaces. Built with a layered, unitized construction and a hard density rating, the wheel delivers consistent cutting action for removing rust, paint, weld scale, and surface coatings. The silicon carbide abrasive runs at extra coarse grade, providing strong material removal without gouging or damaging the base metal. Licensed HVAC, plumbing, and general metal fabrication technicians rely on this type of wheel for prep work where surface integrity matters after the strip.

This wheel is suited for use on angle grinders and finishing tools in residential and commercial metal prep applications. The 4 inch diameter and unitized construction make it effective on flat surfaces, weld seams, and tight edge profiles. It performs well on steel, stainless, and coated metals where wire wheels or wire cups would risk embedding wire fragments or causing surface damage. The wheel can operate in clockwise or counterclockwise rotation, adding flexibility across tool types.

Key Features

• Layered unitized construction resists heat buildup and loading on soft coatings for prolonged use
• Silicon carbide extra coarse abrasive provides strong cutting action without damaging base material
• Hard density with low conformability makes it effective on edges and flat surfaces requiring durability
• Operates in clockwise or counterclockwise directions for compatibility across grinder configurations
• Safer alternative to wire wheels and cups, eliminating wire fragment hazard during coating removal

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement and standard fitment for 4 inch angle grinders and finishing tools used in metal prep and coating removal applications.

Installation Notes

Installation and wheel changes should be performed by trained personnel following tool manufacturer guidelines and applicable ANSI B7.1 safety standards for abrasive wheels. Always power down and disconnect the tool from its power source before mounting or removing the wheel. Inspect the wheel for damage before each use and confirm the tool RPM rating meets or exceeds the wheel maximum speed rating. Eye protection and appropriate PPE are required during operation.

Technical Specifications

• Diameter: 4 inches
• Abrasive Material: Silicon Carbide
• Construction: Unitized
• Grade: Extra Coarse
• Density: 7 (Hard)
• Conformability: Low
• Package Dimensions: 5.7 x 5.7 x 6 inches
• Weight: 0.22 pounds
• Unit of Measure: Each
• UPC: 00048011010175

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7010364295