3M 898009 Mounted Flap Wheel 80 Grit 3 in Aluminum Oxide

Product Description

The 3M 898009 is a mounted flap wheel designed for deburring, blending, and finishing metal and other hard surfaces. It combines non-woven and coated abrasive construction with an aluminum oxide abrasive material, delivering consistent medium-grade cut action across its 3-inch diameter and 2-inch face width. The 1/4-inch shank mounts directly to a die grinder or drill press, making it a straightforward tool for machinists, fabricators, and maintenance technicians who need controlled surface work in confined areas or on contoured profiles. The interleaf design helps maintain an even cut throughout the wheel's service life.

This flap wheel is suited for use on metal workpieces in industrial, fabrication, and maintenance shop environments. Its 80 grit medium grade makes it appropriate for stock removal and surface blending where a finer finish is not the primary goal. It is commonly used to clean up weld beads, remove burrs from drilled or machined holes, and prepare surfaces prior to coating or inspection. The shank-mount configuration makes it compatible with standard 1/4-inch collet tooling found in most shop environments.

Key Features

• Aluminum oxide abrasive material provides durable, consistent cutting action on metal surfaces
• Non-woven and coated abrasive construction combined for balanced cut and finish
• Interleaf design extends wheel life by maintaining consistent abrasive exposure
• 1/4-inch shank mount fits standard die grinder and drill press collets
• 80 grit medium grade suited for blending, deburring, and light stock removal
• 3-inch diameter with 2-inch face width covers broad contact area on contoured surfaces

Compatibility

Designed for use with rotary tools, die grinders, and drill presses equipped with a standard 1/4-inch collet or chuck. Verify maximum RPM rating of the host tool against the wheel's rated speed before use.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by fabricators, machinists, or maintenance technicians using standard 1/4-inch collet tooling. Always power down and disconnect the tool from its power source before mounting or removing the wheel. Confirm the host tool's no-load RPM does not exceed the wheel's rated speed. Inspect the wheel for damage before each use and do not use a wheel that shows signs of delamination or core damage.