Cratex 5 M Surface Grinding Wheel 1 in Silicon Carbide

Product Description

The CRATEX 5 M is a small-diameter surface grinding wheel designed for precision deburring, cleaning, and polishing on metal and non-metal surfaces. The wheel measures 1 inch in diameter and 1/8 inch thick, with a 1/16 inch hole size. It is constructed with a silicon carbide abrasive in a rubber bond matrix and carries a medium grade rating. Rated to 25,000 RPM, this wheel is suited for use with rotary tools, die grinders, and similar high-speed handheld equipment. It is sold in packages of 100 and is used by machinists, tool-and-die technicians, metal fabricators, and maintenance trades requiring consistent surface finishing results.

This wheel is commonly applied in light surface preparation, light stock removal, and surface conditioning tasks. The rubber bond provides some flexibility compared to vitrified wheels, which helps conform to workpiece contours during polishing and cleaning operations. The brown color is characteristic of the rubber-bonded silicon carbide construction. Typical installations include bench-top or handheld rotary tool setups in shop, maintenance, and light manufacturing environments.

Key Features

• Silicon carbide abrasive for effective cleaning and polishing on metal and non-metal surfaces
• Rubber bond construction provides controlled flexibility for contouring applications
• Medium grade for balanced material removal and surface finish
• Rated to 25,000 RPM for use with high-speed rotary and die grinder tools
• No recess design for straightforward mounting on standard arbors
• Sold in a package quantity of 100 for shop and production use

Compatibility

Designed for use with cleaning and polishing applications on rotary tools and die grinders that accept a 1/16 inch arbor hole and operate within a 25,000 RPM maximum speed rating.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by qualified machinists or maintenance technicians familiar with abrasive wheel safety. Always verify the tool spindle speed does not exceed the 25,000 RPM rating of the wheel before mounting. Inspect the wheel for cracks or damage before each use and never operate a damaged wheel. Follow ANSI B7.1 safe use of abrasive wheels guidelines when mounting and guarding the wheel.