{"product_id":"merit-abrasives-08834122056-flap-wheel-80-grit-4x2-in","title":"Merit Abrasives 08834122056 Flap Wheel 80 Grit 4x2 in","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MERIT ABRASIVES 08834122056 is a 4 x 2 inch aluminum oxide unmounted flap wheel designed for metal grinding, blending, and finishing work. It runs at up to 12,000 RPM and carries an 80-grit medium grade, making it well-suited for removing weld spatter, deburring, and light stock removal on ferrous and non-ferrous metals. The wheel uses a coated cloth backing construction with no interleaf material. The 5\/8 inch center hole mounts to compatible spindle arbors. Fabricators, pipefitters, HVAC sheet metal technicians, and general metalworkers reach for this wheel when they need consistent, controlled abrasion on curved or contoured surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis flap wheel fits applications where a rigid grinding disc would be too aggressive or too difficult to maneuver. It is commonly used on tube, pipe, and cylindrical workpieces in fabrication shops, HVAC duct work, and maintenance environments. The 80-grit aluminum oxide abrasive cuts fast enough for efficient material removal while leaving a finish suitable for follow-up polishing or coating prep. At 0.8 pounds, the wheel is light enough for extended use on angle grinders or bench-mounted spindle tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e80-grit aluminum oxide abrasive for medium-grade cutting and blending\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCoated cloth backing provides flexibility on contoured and cylindrical surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e12,000 max RPM rating suits standard angle grinders and spindle tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e4 inch outside diameter x 2 inch face width for broad contact area\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e5\/8 inch center hole for direct spindle arbor mounting\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNo interleaf construction for consistent flap-to-surface contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned as an unmounted flap wheel for use on spindle-arbor-driven tools such as angle grinders and bench grinders equipped with a 5\/8 inch arbor. Verify tool RPM rating meets or exceeds 12,000 RPM before mounting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation should be performed by a qualified fabricator or metalworker familiar with abrasive wheel safety. Always power down and disconnect the tool from its power source before mounting or removing the wheel. Confirm the tool spindle speed does not exceed the 12,000 max RPM rating marked on the wheel. Inspect the wheel for damage before each use and discard any wheel showing cracks, tears, or loose flaps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutside Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e: 4 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFace Width\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCenter Hole\u003c\/strong\u003e: 5\/8 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrit\u003c\/strong\u003e: 80\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrade\u003c\/strong\u003e: Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbrasive Material\u003c\/strong\u003e: Aluminum Oxide\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbrasive Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Coated\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBacking Material\u003c\/strong\u003e: Cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterleaf\u003c\/strong\u003e: No\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum RPM\u003c\/strong\u003e: 12,000\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.8 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStandard Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: MERIT ABRASIVES\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 08834122056\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"MERIT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51558258082098,"sku":"08834122056","price":65.87,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/bd0d62ccb8d072554a3799b5eedb9003.jpg?v=1786407611","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/merit-abrasives-08834122056-flap-wheel-80-grit-4x2-in","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}