3M 7100117397 Laser Braze Finishing Wheel 3 Inch

Product Description

The 3M 7100117397 is a unitized non-woven finishing wheel engineered for blending and finishing Silicon Bronze welds produced by laser brazing in automotive manufacturing environments. It combines 3M non-woven open-web material with 3M Precision Shaped Grain abrasive technology, delivering a faster cut rate and extended service life compared to conventional abrasive wheels. At 3 inches in diameter, this wheel fits standard right-angle tools used in production line finishing operations. Licensed HVAC and metalworking professionals, auto body fabricators, and precision metal finishers are the primary installers and users.

This wheel is suited for laser braze finishing applications on Silicon Bronze and comparable soft metal alloys found in automotive body panel production. The open-web unitized construction resists loading, which maintains consistent performance across long production runs without frequent wheel changes. Its flexible non-woven material reduces the need for machine recalibration or tooling adjustments during operation, supporting high-throughput automated and semi-automated finishing workflows.

Key Features

• Precision Shaped Grain abrasive provides fast cut rate and a smooth, consistent surface finish
• Open web construction resists loading and extends effective service life
• Flexible non-woven material reduces recalibration and tooling adjustments during use
• Unitized wheel construction delivers uniform performance throughout the wheel life
• Engineered specifically for Silicon Bronze and similar metal finishing applications

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement and production consumable for use in laser brazing finishing operations on Silicon Bronze and other comparable metal alloys in automotive manufacturing settings.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by metalworking and production finishing professionals familiar with right-angle grinders and finishing tools. Power down and disconnect the tool from its power source before mounting or removing the wheel. Verify that the tool spindle speed rating is compatible with the wheel before operation. Follow applicable ANSI abrasive wheel safety standards and wear appropriate personal protective equipment during use.

Technical Specifications

• Wheel Diameter: 3 inches
• Wheel Construction: Unitized Non-Woven
• Abrasive Type: Precision Shaped Grain
• Application Material: Silicon Bronze and similar metals
• Package Dimensions: 6.63 x 6.63 x 2.63 inches
• Weight: 1.78 pounds
• Unit of Measure: Each

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7100117397