Merit Abrasives 08834123099 Flap Wheel 180 Grit 8x2in

Product Description

The MERIT ABRASIVES 08834123099 is an unmounted aluminum oxide flap wheel designed for surface finishing, blending, and deburring on metal and other hard materials. Measuring 8 inches in outside diameter by 2 inches wide with a 1-inch center hole, this coated abrasive wheel runs at a maximum of 4,500 RPM and delivers a very fine 180-grit finish. The cloth backing provides flexibility and durability through extended use. Metalworkers, fabricators, and machinists reach for this wheel when a consistent, fine-grade finish is needed on cylindrical or contoured surfaces.

This flap wheel is suited for bench grinder or arbor-mounted applications where an unmounted configuration is required. It is commonly used in metal fabrication shops and manufacturing environments for finish grinding, light stock removal, and surface conditioning on pipe, tubing, and round stock. The 180-grit aluminum oxide abrasive is appropriate for final-pass finishing work where surface quality is the priority over aggressive material removal.

Key Features

• 180 grit, very fine grade aluminum oxide abrasive for refined surface finishing
• Coated cloth backing provides flexibility and conformability on curved surfaces
• 8-inch outside diameter with 1-inch center hole fits standard arbor setups
• 4,500 maximum RPM rating for safe operation at rated bench grinder speeds
• 2-inch face width suits blending and deburring on cylindrical workpieces
• No interleaf construction for direct abrasive contact

Compatibility

Designed as an unmounted flap wheel for use on bench grinders, arbor stands, or lathe-mounted setups accepting an 8-inch diameter wheel with a 1-inch center bore.

Installation Notes

Installation and operation should be performed by qualified personnel familiar with abrasive wheel safety. Always power down and lock out the grinder or arbor before mounting or dismounting the wheel. Verify that the machine speed rating meets or does not exceed the 4,500 RPM maximum marked on the wheel before operating. Inspect the wheel for damage before each use and ensure the arbor flanges and hardware are properly seated and tightened per the equipment manufacturer specifications.