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Abrasives are integral tools in various industries, playing a crucial role in shaping, finishing, and polishing materials. These materials, which include metal, wood, ceramics, and composites, are often worked upon using different types of abrasives to achieve the desired surface quality or shape.

Among the leading producers of abrasive products, 3M is well-known for its innovative and diverse range of abrasive solutions. 3M abrasives encompass a wide spectrum, including abrasive belts, wheels, and brushes, each designed for specific applications and materials. In metalworking, for instance, abrasives are used to remove mill scale, rust, or old paint, preparing the metal surface for further processing or finishing.

The use of abrasives extends beyond metalworking into areas like construction and automotive manufacturing. In construction, abrasives are essential for smoothing surfaces, cutting materials to size, and preparing surfaces for finishing touches like painting or sealing. In the automotive industry, abrasives play a vital role in the production line. Workers use these tools for tasks ranging from refining bodywork to ensuring that the final paint finish meets quality standards.

3M™ Cloth Belt 441D - 4 in x 40 in, Silicon Carbide - 7100334324

$594.73 $940.58

3M 7100334324 - 3M™ Cloth Belt 441D, P120 X-weight, 4 in x 40 in, Film-lok, Single-flex

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3M™ Trizact™ Cloth Belt 253FA - 6 in x 90 in, Aluminum Oxide - 7100333573

$1024.12 $1619.65

3M 7100333573 - 3M™ Trizact™ Cloth Belt 253FA, A45 XF-weight, 6 in x 90 in, Film-lok, Full-flex

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3M™ Trizact™ CF Cloth Belt 347FC - 1/2 in x 12 in, Aluminum Oxide - 7100333611

$314.57 $497.48

3M 7100333611 - 3M™ Trizact™ CF Cloth Belt 347FC, A300 X-weight, 1/2 in x 12 in, Fabri-lok, No Flex

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3M™ Trizact™ Diamond Cloth Belt 663FC - 25/64 in x 120 in, Diamond - 7100331609

$249.00 $393.79

3M 7100331609 - 3M™ Trizact™ Diamond Cloth Belt 663FC, 70 Mic, 25/64 in x 120 in

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3M™ Trizact™ Diamond Cloth Belt 663FC - 25/64 in x 120 in, Diamond - 7100331608

$249.00 $393.79

3M 7100331608 - 3M™ Trizact™ Diamond Cloth Belt 663FC, 20 Mic, 25/64 in x 120 in

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3M™ Microfinishing Film Roll 373L - 5/8 in x 1200 ft x 3 in, Aluminum Oxide - 7100333508

$266.41 $421.33

3M 7100333508 - 3M™ Microfinishing Film Roll 373L, 60 Mic 5MIL, Type 2, Yellow, 5/8 in x 1200 ft x 3 in (15.88mmx365.75m), Plastic Core, ASO, ERMB

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3M™ Microfinishing Film Roll 373L - 53/64 in x 1200 ft x 3 in, Aluminum Oxide - 7100333512

$368.76 $583.19

3M 7100333512 - 3M™ Microfinishing Film Roll 373L, 40 Mic 5MIL, Type 2, Blue, 53/64 in x 1200 ft x 3 in (21.03mmx365.75m), Plastic Core, ASO, ERMB

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3M™ Microfinishing Film Roll 373L - 5/8 in x 1200 ft x 3 in, Aluminum Oxide - 7100333509

$266.41 $421.33

3M 7100333509 - 3M™ Microfinishing Film Roll 373L, 40 Mic 5MIL, Type 2, Blue, 5/8 in x 1200 ft x 3 in (15.88mmx365.75m), Plastic Core, ASO, ERMB

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3M™ Microfinishing Film Roll 373L - 45/64 in x 1200 ft x 3 in, Aluminum Oxide - 7100333511

$317.57 $502.23

3M 7100333511 - 3M™ Microfinishing Film Roll 373L, 40 Mic 5MIL, Type 2, Blue, 45/64 in x 1200 ft x 3 in (17.86mmx365.75m), Plastic Core, ASO, ERMB

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3M™ Microfinishing Film Roll 373L - 25/32 in x 1200 ft x 3 in, Aluminum Oxide - 7100333510

$343.60 $543.39

3M 7100333510 - 3M™ Microfinishing Film Roll 373L, 40 Mic 5MIL, Type 2, Blue, 25/32 in x 1200 ft x 3 in (19.84mmx365.75m), Plastic Core, ASO, ERMB

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3M™ Microfinishing Film Roll 373L - 53/64 in x 1200 ft x 3 in, Aluminum Oxide - 7100333565

$368.76 $583.19

3M 7100333565 - 3M™ Microfinishing Film Roll 373L, 15 Mic 5MIL, Type 2, Orange, 53/64 in x 1200 ft x 3 in (21.03mmx365.75m), SP, ASO, ERMB

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3M™ Microfinishing Film Roll 373L - 45/64 in x 1200 ft x 3 in, Aluminum Oxide - 7100333564

$317.57 $502.23

3M 7100333564 - 3M™ Microfinishing Film Roll 373L, 15 Mic 5MIL, Type 2, Orange, 45/64 in x 1200 ft x 3 in (17.86mmx365.75m), SP, ASO, ERMB

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More Information about Abrasives

The effectiveness of an abrasive in a particular application depends on several factors, including its grit size, material, and the type of abrasive product used. For example, abrasive belts are often employed in larger, flat surface areas, while wheels and brushes might be better suited for contoured or harder-to-reach areas.

FAQs

In the world of abrasives, what is the most important rule to follow when selecting grit?

When selecting grit in the world of abrasives, the paramount rule is to match the grit size to the specific needs of the job. Coarse grits are ideal for aggressive material removal, such as heavy rust or paint removal, but leave a rougher finish. Conversely, fine grits are better suited for finishing and polishing, providing a smoother surface but removing material more slowly.

Beveling with 3M Abrasives

There are various methods to bevel a workpiece, each with its own advantages. Choices include a grinding wheel, a fiber disc, or a flap disc, and the selection often boils down to personal preference. In this discussion, we'll explore different beveling techniques and conduct a test to compare how much material each method removes in 30 seconds of grinding. The material used for this test is a 1018 carbon steel plate.

3M™ Silver Depressed Center Grinding Wheel.

Renowned for their long-lasting durability, grinding wheels might not be the quickest at cutting, but they endure through extensive grinding and beveling on numerous parts. In our test, this wheel removed 19 grams of material.

3M™ Cubitron™ II Flap Disc 969F.

Flap discs may not be the fastest cutters, but they stand out for their conformability and ease of use. However, they tend to wear down more rapidly in high-pressure tasks like beveling. In our test, the flap disc removed 27 grams of material.

3M™ Cubitron™ II Fibre Disc 982C.

Among the three abrasive types, fiber discs are the most efficient, cutting significantly faster and removing more material than both the grinding wheel and the flap disc in a 30-second grinding interval. This disc removed 43 grams of material.

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