3M 7100000580 Scotch-brite Metal Finishing Wheel 12 in

Product Description

The 3M 7100000580 is a Scotch-Brite Metal Finishing Wheel designed for surface finishing on stainless steel, brass, aluminum, and other metals. The wheel uses aluminum oxide abrasive in an open-web, convolute construction wound around a fiber core. It measures 12 inches in diameter with a 5-inch arbor. The construction delivers controlled abrasive action that resists loading, runs cool, and conforms to irregular or contoured surfaces. It is used by metal fabricators, finishing shops, and trade professionals who need consistent satin, brushed, or mill finishes without gouging the workpiece.

This wheel is suited for blending and matching 3 or 4 mill finishes on stainless steel and for producing brushed or satin finishes on items such as cutlery, appliance trim, builders hardware, and plumbing fixtures. Its high conformability makes it effective on both flat and contoured surfaces. The open-web design prevents clogging during extended runs, maintaining consistent cut rate and surface quality throughout the life of the wheel.

Key Features

• Aluminum oxide abrasive in open-web construction resists loading and runs cool during operation
• Convolute construction wound around a fiber core provides smooth, uniform finishing action
• High conformability allows effective finishing on irregular and contoured surfaces
• Controlled abrasive action prevents undercutting or gouging the workpiece
• Produces consistent satin, brushed, and mill finishes on stainless steel, brass, and aluminum
• Effective for blending and matching 3 or 4 mill finishes on stainless steel

Compatibility

Designed for use on stainless steel, brass, aluminum, and other metals in surface finishing applications including cutlery, appliance trim, builders hardware, and plumbing fixtures where consistent brushed or satin finishes are required.

Installation Notes

This wheel is installed on bench-mounted or pedestal grinding and finishing machines with a compatible 5-inch arbor. Ensure the machine is fully powered down and locked out before mounting or removing the wheel. Verify that the machine spindle speed does not exceed the maximum rated RPM marked on the wheel before operation. Eye protection and appropriate respiratory protection should be worn during use.

Technical Specifications

• Diameter: 12 inches
• Arbor Size: 5 inches
• Abrasive Type: Aluminum Oxide
• Construction: Convolute, open-web with fiber core
• Package Dimensions: 12.5 x 12.5 x 1.69 inches
• Weight: 0.97 pounds
• UOM: Each
• UPC: 00048011156071

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7100000580