Cratex 616 M Surface Grinding Wheel 6in Silicon Carbide

Product Description

The CRATEX 616 M is a rubber-bonded silicon carbide surface grinding wheel rated for demanding finishing and material-removal tasks. Measuring 6 inches in diameter and 1 inch thick with a 1/2-inch arbor hole, this wheel is engineered for medium-grade abrasive work at speeds up to 3600 RPM. The rubber bond provides a degree of flexibility that reduces chatter and leaves a finer surface finish compared to vitrified wheels. It is commonly specified by machinists, tool-and-die workers, and metal fabricators who need consistent stock removal with a controlled surface result.

This wheel is suited for bench grinder and surface grinder applications across metalworking, maintenance, and finishing operations. Its silicon carbide abrasive and medium grade make it effective on non-ferrous metals, brass, copper, and similar materials. Typical use cases include shop-floor deburring stations and precision-finishing setups where surface quality matters as much as material removal rate.

Key Features

• Silicon carbide abrasive for effective cutting on non-ferrous metals and hard materials
• Rubber bond construction reduces vibration and delivers smoother surface finishes
• Medium grade balances stock removal rate with surface finish quality
• Rated to 3600 RPM maximum operating speed
• No-recess design for straightforward mounting on standard arbors
• Suitable for corrosion removal, deburring, excess solder, heat marks, polishing, rust removal, scratch removal, smoothing, and tarnish removal

Compatibility

Designed for use in corrosion removal, deburring, excess solder removal, heat mark treatment, polishing operations, rust removal, scratch removal, smoothing, and tarnish removal applications on compatible bench and surface grinders accepting a 1/2-inch arbor hole.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified machinist or maintenance technician following ANSI B7.1 safe-use guidelines for abrasive wheels. Power down and lock out the grinder before mounting or removing the wheel. Inspect the wheel for cracks or chips before each use and perform a ring test when applicable. Never exceed the 3600 RPM maximum rated speed marked on the wheel.