Cratex 80 F Surface Grinding Wheel Silicon Carbide Fine

Product Description

The CRATEX 80 F is a small-diameter surface grinding wheel designed for precision material removal on delicate and close-tolerance workpieces. Built with a silicon carbide abrasive grain in a rubber bond matrix, it measures 1 inch in diameter and 1/8 inch thick, with a 1/16 inch arbor hole. The rubber bond provides a degree of flexibility that reduces chatter and surface damage on sensitive substrates. Rated to 25,000 RPM, this wheel suits high-speed rotary tools and spindles used in fine finishing and deburring operations. Installation and use are appropriate for machinists, tool-and-die technicians, jewelers, and precision fabricators working with fine-grade abrasive requirements.

This wheel is intended for precision grinding tasks across a wide range of industries and materials. Noted applications include aerospace components, control mechanisms, dies, electronic parts, instruments, jewelry, light castings, molds, plastic articles, and super sensitive scientific devices. Its fine grade and silicon carbide construction make it well suited to hard, brittle, and non-ferrous materials where surface integrity is critical. The compact 1 inch diameter allows access to tight geometries and intricate workpiece features that larger wheels cannot reach.

Key Features

• Silicon carbide abrasive grain for effective cutting on hard and non-ferrous materials
• Rubber bond matrix reduces chatter and surface micro-damage during grinding
• Fine grade abrasive for smooth finishes and close-tolerance material removal
• 25,000 RPM maximum speed rating compatible with high-speed rotary tool spindles
• No-recess wheel geometry for straightforward mounting on standard arbors
• Brown wheel color for quick visual identification of bond and grade type

Compatibility

Suited for use with aerospace components, control mechanisms, dies, electronic parts, instruments, jewelry, light castings, molds, plastic articles, and super sensitive scientific devices as noted by the manufacturer. No specific machine model compatibility was provided in the product data.

Installation Notes

This wheel is typically installed and operated by machinists, tool-and-die makers, jewelers, and precision fabricators using high-speed rotary tools or bench grinders with a compatible arbor size. Always ensure the spindle speed of the tool does not exceed the 25,000 RPM rating marked on the wheel before mounting. Disconnect power to the tool before mounting or removing the wheel, and inspect the wheel for cracks or damage prior to each use. Follow applicable ANSI B7.1 safety standards for abrasive wheel mounting and guarding.