3M 7100143465 Unitized Deburring Finishing Wheel 3 in

Product Description

The 3M 7100143465 is a unitized nonwoven abrasive wheel engineered for deburring, finishing, and blending in a single tool. Built with silicon carbide abrasive and a unitized construction, the wheel maintains consistent cut and surface action across its full service life. At 3 inches in diameter, it fits standard arbor-mount angle grinders and bench grinders used in industrial metalworking environments. The unitized structure bonds the abrasive throughout the wheel body rather than coating only the surface, which helps sustain cutting performance as the wheel wears. Licensed metalworking professionals and industrial fabricators are the primary installers and operators of this product.

This wheel is suited for moderate to heavy deburring as well as surface finishing and blending on complex or contoured metal parts. The open nonwoven construction allows swarf, dust, and debris to clear freely during operation, reducing loading and extending effective wheel life. The conformable structure keeps the abrasive in contact with irregular or compound-curved workpiece surfaces, making it appropriate for both manual grinding operations and robotic or automated processing lines where consistent contact pressure is required.

Key Features

• Unitized construction provides consistent abrasive density and cut rate throughout wheel life
• Silicon carbide abrasive grain delivers sharp, fast cutting action for efficient burr removal
• Nonwoven open structure minimizes loading by allowing debris to escape during use
• Conformable body maintains contact with complex and contoured workpiece geometries
• Handles deburring, finishing, and blending in a single wheel — reduces tooling changeovers
• Serves as a direct alternative to cartridge rolls, flap wheels, flap discs, and coated discs

Compatibility

Designed for use on standard arbor-mount angle grinders and bench grinders accepting 3-inch unitized wheels in industrial metalworking and fabrication applications.

Installation Notes

Mounting and operation should be performed by qualified metalworking personnel following the grinder and wheel manufacturer safety guidelines. Verify that the grinder RPM rating meets or exceeds the wheel RPM rating before mounting. Inspect the wheel for cracks or damage before each use and never operate a damaged wheel. Wear appropriate PPE including eye protection and a face shield during all grinding and finishing operations.

Technical Specifications

• Abrasive Material: Silicon Carbide
• Wheel Type: Unitized Nonwoven
• Wheel Diameter: 3 inches
• Package Dimensions: 6.9 x 6.9 x 4.4 inches
• Weight: 1.55 pounds
• Unit of Measure: Each
• UPC: 638060051615

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7100143465