3M 7010365615 Silicon Carbide Metal Finishing Wheel 8 in

Product Description

The 3M 7010365615 is a convolute metal finishing wheel designed for producing uniform brushed, satin, and mill finishes on stainless steel and non-ferrous metals. Built around a fiber core with an open-web silicon carbide construction, the wheel delivers controlled abrasive cutting action without gouging or undercutting the workpiece. At 8 inches in diameter and 4.2 inches in width, it suits bench-mounted or automated finishing equipment. The convolute build allows the wheel to conform to irregular and contoured surfaces, making it a reliable choice for consistent finish matching across flat and shaped workpieces. Weighing 2.5 pounds, it is a solid, production-ready tool for metal fabrication and finishing operations.

This wheel is used in metalworking and fabrication environments where repeatable surface finishes are required. Typical applications include blending and matching 3 or 4 mill finishes on stainless steel sheet, as well as creating brushed or satin finishes on cutlery, appliance trim, builders hardware, and plumbing fixtures. It performs effectively on stainless steel, brass, aluminum, and other metals. The open-web structure resists loading and dissipates heat, which helps maintain finish quality during extended production runs in both shop and light industrial settings.

Key Features

• Silicon carbide abrasive delivers consistent cutting action for satin, mill, and brushed finishes
• Open-web construction resists loading and runs cool on stainless steel, brass, and aluminum
• Convolute construction wound around a fiber core provides smooth, fine, uniform finishing
• High conformability allows effective finishing of irregular and contoured surfaces
• Controlled abrasive action prevents undercutting or gouging on finished workpieces

Compatibility

Designed for use on bench-mounted or automated finishing equipment that accepts 8-inch diameter convolute abrasive wheels. Suitable for stainless steel, brass, aluminum, and other metal substrates requiring brushed or satin surface finishes.

Installation Notes

Installation and operation should be performed by qualified metalworking or finishing technicians familiar with abrasive wheel safety. Before mounting, confirm the equipment spindle speed does not exceed the maximum rated RPM marked on the wheel. Power down and lockout the machine before mounting or removing the wheel. Follow ANSI B7.1 safe practices for the use, care, and protection of abrasive wheels during all handling and installation steps.

Technical Specifications

• Abrasive Material: Silicon Carbide
• Wheel Diameter: 8 inches
• Wheel Width: 4.2 inches
• Package Length: 8.7 inches
• Package Width: 8.7 inches
• Weight: 2.5 pounds
• Construction: Convolute, Open-Web
• Core: Fiber Core
• Unit of Measure: Each
• UPC: 00048011053950

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7010365615