3M 7100126882 Scotch-brite Laser Braze Unitized Wheel 8 Inch

Product Description

The 3M 7100126882 Scotch-Brite Laser Braze LB-UW is a unitized non-woven finishing wheel engineered to blend and finish imperfections produced during laser brazing in automotive manufacturing. The wheel combines open-web Scotch-Brite non-woven material with 3M Precision Shaped Grain abrasive for a faster cut rate and extended service life compared to conventional finishing wheels. At 8 inches in diameter and 2.63 inches wide, it is suited for inline or bench-mounted finishing operations on Silicon Bronze welds and other metal substrates. Fabricators and production technicians working in automated or semi-automated automotive body lines are the primary installers and operators of this product.

This wheel is used in automotive production environments where laser brazing joins sheet metal panels, particularly on vehicle body seams finished with Silicon Bronze. The open web construction resists loading during extended runs, reducing downtime for wheel changes. The flexible Scotch-Brite substrate conforms to contoured surfaces and minimizes the need for frequent machine recalibration or pressure adjustments. It is applicable to Silicon Bronze and compatible non-ferrous metal finishing applications where a consistent, smooth surface finish is required prior to paint or coating operations.

Key Features

• Unitized non-woven construction blends and finishes laser braze imperfections on Silicon Bronze and similar metals
• 3M Precision Shaped Grain abrasive delivers faster cutting action and consistent finish quality
• Open web structure resists loading, extending effective service life in production environments
• Flexible Scotch-Brite material conforms to contoured surfaces, reducing machine recalibration frequency
• 8-inch diameter with 2.63-inch face width suits standard bench and inline finishing equipment

Compatibility

Designed for use on Silicon Bronze and other non-ferrous metal substrates produced in laser brazing automotive manufacturing processes. Verify arbor bore and RPM rating compatibility with the host machine before mounting.

Installation Notes

Mounting should be performed by a qualified operator following the equipment manufacturer's wheel mounting procedures and applicable ANSI B7.1 safety standards for abrasive wheels. Power down and lock out the grinder or finishing machine before installing or removing the wheel. Confirm the machine's maximum RPM rating does not exceed the wheel's rated speed before operation. Inspect the wheel for damage before each use and do not use a wheel that shows cracking, fraying, or delamination.

Technical Specifications

• Diameter: 8 inches
• Face Width: 2.63 inches
• Package Dimensions: 8.63 x 8.63 x 2.63 inches
• Weight: 3.17 pounds
• Construction: Unitized non-woven
• Abrasive Type: Precision Shaped Grain
• Unit of Measure: Each
• Minimum Order Quantity: 10
• UPC: 076308458152

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7100126882