Cratex 40016 Surface Grinding Wheel 3in 54 Grit Type 1

Product Description

The CRATEX 40016 is a Type 1 surface grinding wheel designed for precision material removal on flat and cylindrical workpieces. It measures 3 inches in diameter and 1/8 inch thick with a 1/4 inch arbor hole. The abrasive matrix is aluminum oxide at a coarse 54 grit, making it well-suited for aggressive stock removal on ferrous metals, castings, and welds. The wheel carries a hard hardness rating for extended wheel life under sustained contact pressure. Rated to 18,080 RPM, it fits standard bench grinders and surface grinding equipment used in fabrication and machine shops.

This wheel is intended for surface grinding applications in industrial, manufacturing, and maintenance environments. The 3-inch diameter and 1/8-inch face width make it appropriate for smaller bench or pedestal grinders as well as toolroom machines where a compact wheel profile is required. It suits tasks such as deburring, sharpening, and surface conditioning on steel and iron components. The No Recess designation means the wheel face and sides are flush, with no recessed areas that would limit usable grinding surface.

Key Features

• Type 1 straight wheel profile with no recess for full-face grinding contact
• Aluminum oxide abrasive provides consistent cutting action on ferrous metals
• Coarse 54 grit for fast, aggressive stock removal
• Hard hardness rating extends wheel life under continuous use
• 18,080 RPM maximum speed rating for use with compatible bench and surface grinders
• Compact 3-inch diameter fits smaller grinding equipment

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-fit grinding wheel for bench grinders and surface grinding machines accepting a 3-inch diameter, 1/4-inch arbor hole Type 1 wheel.

Installation Notes

Installation and dressing of grinding wheels should be performed by qualified personnel in accordance with ANSI B11.9 and applicable shop safety standards. Always power down and lock out the grinder before mounting or removing a wheel. Inspect the wheel for cracks or chips before installation and perform a ring test per manufacturer guidelines. Never exceed the 18,080 RPM maximum speed rating, and always use the appropriate arbor flanges and blotters as specified for Type 1 wheels.