3M 7100110912 Unitized Ceramic Abrasive Wheel 3 Inch

Product Description

The 3M 7100110912 is a unitized nonwoven abrasive wheel engineered for deburring, finishing, and blending in industrial metalworking applications. It uses 3M Precision-Shaped Grain, a ceramic abrasive designed to cut fast and maintain a sharp edge throughout the wheel's service life. The unitized construction bonds the nonwoven fibers and abrasive into a single, compressed structure that resists breakdown under load. At 3 inches in diameter, this wheel is sized for use in robotic processing cells and handheld angle grinder setups where consistent surface contact is required. Licensed trade shops and industrial fabricators use this wheel to reduce tooling changeovers by consolidating deburring, blending, and finishing into a single operation.

This wheel is suited for moderate to heavy deburring on metal workpieces, including parts with complex contours or profiles. Its conformability allows the abrasive surface to maintain contact with irregular geometries, making it practical for robotic or automated finishing lines as well as manual grinding operations. It is positioned as a direct alternative to cartridge rolls, flap wheels, flap discs, and coated abrasive discs where multi-step finishing sequences are common. Typical applications include weld blending, edge radiusing, and surface prep on fabricated metal components.

Key Features

• Unitized construction improves abrasive durability and extends service life under continuous use
• Precision-Shaped Ceramic Grain cuts fast and sharp for efficient burr removal
• Nonwoven open construction allows dust and debris to pass through, reducing loading and clogging
• Conformable structure maintains abrasive contact on complex-shaped or contoured workpieces
• Multi-purpose design consolidates deburring, finishing, and blending into a single wheel
• Replaces cartridge rolls, flap wheels, flap discs, and coated discs for cost reduction

Compatibility

Designed for use in metalworking applications requiring deburring, surface finishing, or weld blending on ferrous and non-ferrous metals; suitable for use in robotic processing systems and handheld grinding equipment compatible with 3-inch diameter unitized wheels.

Installation Notes

Mounting should be performed by a qualified operator following the wheel manufacturer's mounting guidelines and applicable ANSI B7 safety standards for abrasive products. Verify that the spindle speed of the grinder or robotic cell does not exceed the maximum rated RPM marked on the wheel. Always inspect the wheel for damage before mounting and use the correct arbor hardware to ensure secure seating. Wear appropriate PPE including face shield and gloves during installation and operation.

Technical Specifications

• Diameter: 3 inches
• Abrasive Type: Precision Shaped Ceramic
• Construction: Unitized Nonwoven
• Application: Deburring, Finishing, Blending
• Package Weight: 3.46 pounds
• Package Length: 6.9 inches
• Package Width: 6.9 inches
• Package Height: 4.4 inches
• Unit of Measure: Each
• UPC: 076308901320

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7100110912