3M 7100228755 Unitized Ceramic Abrasive Wheel 1 Inch

Product Description

The 3M 7100228755 is a unitized nonwoven abrasive wheel engineered for metalworking professionals who need a single tool capable of deburring, finishing, and blending in one operation. Built with 3M Precision-Shaped Grain ceramic abrasive, the wheel cuts fast and sharp, reducing the time needed to remove burrs and blend surface imperfections. The unitized construction bonds the nonwoven fiber matrix together throughout the wheel body, delivering consistent abrasive exposure and extended service life compared to layered alternatives. At 1 inch in diameter, this wheel suits precision and automated applications where controlled contact geometry matters.

This wheel is suited for moderate to heavy deburring and surface finishing on metal workpieces in industrial and manufacturing environments. Its conformable structure keeps the abrasive in continuous contact with complex or irregular part geometry, making it particularly well-matched to robotic and automated processing cells. It serves as a direct replacement for cartridge rolls, flap wheels, flap discs, and coated abrasive discs in many production workflows, reducing the number of consumable SKUs required on the shop floor.

Key Features

• Precision-Shaped Grain ceramic abrasive cuts fast and sharp for efficient burr removal
• Unitized construction maintains consistent abrasive density and strength throughout wheel life
• Nonwoven open structure allows dust and swarf to escape, minimizing loading and heat buildup
• Conformable body maintains contact with complex and irregular part profiles in robotic processing
• Handles deburring, finishing, and blending in a single wheel, reducing tooling changeovers
• Replaces cartridge rolls, flap wheels, flap discs, and coated discs in many applications

Compatibility

Designed for use in industrial metalworking applications requiring deburring, surface finishing, or blending on metal substrates; suitable for both manual and robotic automated processing setups that accept a 1 inch diameter unitized wheel.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by qualified personnel following the spindle tool or grinder manufacturer guidelines. Verify that the arbor size, spindle speed rating, and maximum RPM of the host tool are compatible with this wheel before mounting. Always power down and de-energize the tool completely before changing abrasive accessories. Inspect the wheel for damage prior to each use and never operate a cracked or deformed abrasive wheel.

Technical Specifications

• Wheel Diameter: 1 inch
• Abrasive Type: Precision-Shaped Ceramic Grain
• Construction: Unitized Nonwoven
• Application: Deburring, Finishing, Blending
• Package Weight: 0.293 pounds
• Package Length: 6.38 inches
• Package Width: 4.63 inches
• Package Height: 4.63 inches
• Sold As: Each
• UPC: 638060775092

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7100228755