3M 7100214086 Cut and Grind Wheel 5 Inch Ceramic

Product Description

The 3M 7100214086 is a 5-inch precision shaped ceramic cut and grind wheel designed for metalworking applications on mild steel and stainless steel. This rigid, reinforced resin bonded wheel functions as both a depressed center grinding wheel and a cut-off wheel, eliminating the need to swap wheels between cutting and grinding tasks. Powered by 3M Precision-Shaped Grain, it delivers a fast cut rate and extended abrasive life. The grain geometry allows the wheel to cut and grind with less applied pressure compared to conventional aluminum oxide wheels, which helps reduce operator fatigue during extended use. Licensed contractors, fabricators, and metalworkers install and use this wheel in production and maintenance environments.

This wheel is suited for cutting operations such as back gouging and for grinding bevels on mild steel and stainless steel workpieces. Its dual-purpose design is particularly useful in field fabrication, structural steel work, and pipe welding prep where frequent task changes make wheel swaps costly in time. The rigid construction supports consistent contact across both cutting and grinding passes without deflection under load.

Key Features

• Dual-function wheel: performs as both a depressed center grinder and a cut-off wheel
• Precision-Shaped Grain construction provides fast stock removal and long abrasive service life
• Cuts and grinds with less pressure than traditional wheels, reducing operator fatigue
• Rigid reinforced resin bond maintains wheel integrity under lateral and axial load
• Compatible with mild steel and stainless steel applications

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement and standard fitment for 5-inch angle grinders and depressed center grinder applications on mild steel and stainless steel surfaces.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified operator familiar with abrasive wheel mounting procedures. Always verify that the grinder speed rating meets or exceeds the maximum RPM marked on the wheel before mounting. Power down and disconnect the grinder from its power source before changing wheels. Follow ANSI B7.1 and applicable OSHA standards for abrasive wheel handling, guarding, and inspection.

Technical Specifications

• Wheel Diameter: 5 inches
• Abrasive Type: Precision Shaped Ceramic Grain
• Bond Type: Reinforced Resin
• Application: Cutting and Grinding, Mild Steel and Stainless Steel
• Package Dimensions: 5.7 x 5.7 x 6 inches
• Weight: 0.295 pounds
• Sold As: Each
• Minimum Order Quantity: 20
• UPC: 638060064639

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7100214086