3M 7100172814 Flap Wheel 8 in Ceramic 50 Grit Coated

Product Description

The 3M 7100172814 is a ceramic abrasive flap wheel designed for light grinding, blending, deburring, and polishing on a variety of metal workpieces. The flap construction uses a coated ceramic aluminum oxide blend bonded to an X-weight polyester and cotton backing. This design allows the abrasive flaps to conform to rounded, contoured, or irregular surfaces, delivering a smooth and consistent finish. The resin bond system resists thermal and chemical breakdown, extending wheel life under demanding shop conditions. At 50 grit and 8 inches in diameter, this wheel suits metalworking fabrication environments where surface finish quality matters.

This flap wheel is suited for use on ferrous and non-ferrous metals in fabrication shops, maintenance facilities, and manufacturing environments. Typical applications include weld blending, edge deburring, and surface conditioning on structural components, tubing, and machined parts. The conforming flap design makes it especially effective on curved or uneven surfaces where flat abrasive wheels leave inconsistent contact. Minimum order quantity for this item is 3 units per order.

Key Features

• Ceramic aluminum oxide abrasive blend delivers high cut rate and extended wheel life
• X-weight polyester and cotton backing withstands aggressive sanding and grinding loads
• Resin bond resists thermal and chemical deterioration for consistent long-term performance
• Conforming flap design maintains even contact on rounded and irregular workpiece profiles
• Flaps self-renew as they wear, continuously exposing fresh abrasive mineral for consistent cut
• 50 grit rating suitable for light grinding, blending, and deburring applications

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-use abrasive flap wheel for standard arbor-mount angle grinders and bench-mounted grinding setups accepting 8-inch diameter wheels.

Installation Notes

This flap wheel is installed and serviced by metalworking tradespeople and fabricators using compatible angle grinders or stationary grinding equipment. Verify that the grinder spindle speed rating meets or exceeds the maximum RPM rating of the wheel before mounting. Ensure the machine is fully powered off and unplugged before changing wheels. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment, including face shield and gloves, during installation and operation.

Technical Specifications

• Wheel Diameter: 8 inches
• Grit: 50
• Abrasive Material: Ceramic Aluminum Oxide Blend
• Backing Material: X-Weight Polyester and Cotton
• Bond Type: Resin
• Coat Type: Coated
• Weight: 6.96 pounds
• Package Length: 8.6 inches
• Package Width: 8.5 inches
• Package Height: 6.7 inches
• Unit of Measure: Each
• Minimum Order Quantity: 3
• UPC: 076308456103

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7100172814