Superior Abrasives A009146 Flap Wheel 180 Grit 6x1 in

Product Description

The SUPERIOR ABRASIVES A009146 is a coated, unmounted flap wheel designed for aggressive surface finishing and blending across a broad range of materials. Constructed with aluminum oxide abrasive on an X-weight backing, this wheel measures 6 inches in diameter by 1 inch wide with a 1-inch center hole for direct mounting to bench and pedestal grinders. At 180 grit, it delivers a very fine cut suitable for final finishing passes, light deburring, and surface conditioning. The interleaf construction extends wheel life by continuously exposing fresh abrasive as the flaps wear. Rated to 4,500 RPM maximum, this wheel is sized for stationary grinder applications in production and maintenance shops.

This flap wheel is suited for use on bench grinders and pedestal grinders in industrial, fabrication, and maintenance environments. It handles a wide range of workpiece materials including ferrous metals, stainless steel, non-ferrous metals, composite materials, exotic alloys, and plastics. Typical applications include weld blending, edge finishing, and surface conditioning where a consistent very fine finish is required. It is commonly used by machinists, fabricators, and maintenance technicians working with mixed material types in a single workflow.

Key Features

• 180 grit aluminum oxide abrasive delivers a very fine, consistent surface finish
• X-weight backing provides durability and conformability during grinding
• Interleaf construction continuously exposes fresh abrasive for extended wheel life
• 1-inch center hole fits standard bench grinder and pedestal grinder arbors
• Rated to 4,500 RPM maximum for use on stationary grinder equipment
• Compatible with ferrous, non-ferrous, stainless steel, exotic alloy, composite, and plastic workpieces

Compatibility

Designed for use with bench grinders and pedestal grinders. Suitable for material applications including composite material, exotic alloy, ferrous metal, non-ferrous metal, plastic, and stainless steel.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by qualified personnel following the grinder manufacturer's mounting instructions and all applicable ANSI B11 safety standards for abrasive wheel equipment. Always power down and disconnect the grinder before mounting or removing the wheel. Inspect the wheel for damage before each use and confirm the machine's rated speed does not exceed the wheel's 4,500 RPM maximum. Wear appropriate PPE including eye protection and a face shield during operation.