Merit Abrasives 08834137591 Mounted Flap Wheel 80 Grit

Product Description

The MERIT ABRASIVES 08834137591 is a mounted flap wheel designed for precision surface finishing, blending, and deburring on metal and similar materials. It features an aluminum oxide coated abrasive cloth construction rated at a medium grade with 80 grit, making it well suited for moderate material removal and surface conditioning. The wheel mounts via a 1/8 inch shank and is rated to a maximum of 35,000 RPM, keeping it compatible with die grinders and rotary tools commonly used in metal fabrication, welding cleanup, and finishing operations. Machinists, fabricators, and maintenance technicians are the typical installers of this type of tooling.

This mounted flap wheel is used in applications requiring controlled surface work in tight or contoured areas where larger grinding wheels cannot reach. Its 0.75 inch diameter and 0.75 inch face width make it effective for interior bores, weld seams, pipe ends, and confined workpieces. It is a standard choice for metal finishing in fabrication shops, maintenance facilities, and light industrial settings. The cloth backing provides flexibility to conform to irregular surfaces during use.

Key Features

• Aluminum oxide coated abrasive for durable, consistent cutting action on metal surfaces
• 80 grit medium grade suitable for blending, deburring, and moderate stock removal
• 1/8 inch shank mount compatible with standard die grinders and rotary tools
• 35,000 maximum RPM rating for high-speed rotary tool use
• Cloth backing provides flexibility for contoured and irregular surface work
• Compact 0.75 inch diameter and 0.75 inch face width for work in confined areas

Compatibility

Designed as a standard 1/8 inch shank mounted flap wheel for use with die grinders and rotary tools that accept 1/8 inch shank accessories and operate within a 35,000 RPM maximum speed rating.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by trade professionals and machinists familiar with rotary abrasive tooling. Always confirm the tool spindle speed does not exceed the 35,000 RPM maximum rating marked on this wheel before mounting. Secure the shank fully in the collet and inspect the wheel for damage before each use. Eye protection and appropriate personal protective equipment are required when operating mounted abrasive wheels.