| Image | Part Number | Description / PDF | Quantity | Rfq |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 |
3M |
UNITIZED WHEEL EXL 6" 3S FIN |
0 |
|
 |
3M |
COATING REMOVAL DISC 4-1/2"XNH S |
40 |
|
 |
3M |
HI STRNGTH DISC 3X1/4" A VFN |
0 |
|
 |
3M |
SURFACE FB BELT 6X158" A MED |
0 |
|
 |
3M |
BELT CERA A/O COARSE 36 18"X0.5" |
24 |
|
 |
3M |
UNITIZED WHEEL SST 10" 3A FIN |
0 |
|
 |
3M |
SURFACE BELT 3X90" A MED |
0 |
|
 |
3M |
SURFACE DISC 48"XNH A VFN |
0 |
|
 |
3M |
SE SURFACE CONDITION DISC TR 2" |
100 |
|
 |
3M |
SE SURFACE BELT 3X10-11/16"A CRS |
0 |
|
 |
3M |
CUT&POLISH UNITIZED WHEEL 7A MED |
10 |
|
 |
3M |
SURFACE BELT 3X7-1/4" A MED |
0 |
|
 |
3M |
FLAP BRUSH FINISHING 5A MED |
2 |
|
 |
3M |
HI STRNGTH DISC 4X1/8" A VFN |
0 |
|
 |
3M |
CUT&POLISH UNITIZED WHEEL 7A MED |
50 |
|
 |
3M |
BELT ALUM OXIDE P2000 132" X 3" |
10 |
|
 |
3M |
EXL UNITIZED WHEEL 6" 2S FIN |
6 |
|
 |
3M |
BELT ALUMINUM OXIDE 80 132" X 3" |
8 |
|
 |
3M |
CUT&POLISH UNITIZED WHEEL 5A FIN |
2 |
|
 |
3M |
CPM WHEEL 8X1X3" 7A MED |
0 |
|
Abrasives and surface conditioning products are engineered materials designed to modify surface properties through cutting, grinding, polishing, or finishing. These products enable precise material removal and surface preparation in manufacturing, maintenance, and industrial processes. Their importance spans across quality control, product longevity, and process efficiency in sectors like aerospace, automotive, and electronics.
| Type | Functional Features | Application Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Coated Abrasives | Grains bonded to flexible backing (paper/cloth) | Metal deburring, wood sanding |
| Bonded Abrasives | Ceramic/organic binder-formed grinding wheels | Tool sharpening, heavy stock removal |
| Superabrasives | Diamond/CBN grains for extreme hardness | Hard alloy machining, optical glass grinding |
| Nonwoven Abrasives | Open-web structure for conformal finishing | Weld blending, composite material polishing |
| Surface Conditioning Pads | Scotch-Brite-type media for cleaning/texturing | Pre-paint surface preparation |
Typical products consist of: - Abrasive Grains: Al2O3, SiC, CBN, Diamond - Binders: Phenolic resins, vitrified bonds, electroplated nickel - Reinforcement: Fiber backing, mesh supports - Additives: Lubricants, anti-static agents, cooling agents
| Parameter | Description | Importance |
|---|---|---|
| Grain Size (Mesh) | 8-1200 grit range | Determines cut rate and finish quality |
| Hardness (Knoop) | 1500-8000 HK | Affects material removal efficiency |
| Concentration | 25-200% | Superabrasive quantity per volume |
| Bond Strength | Grade P-Z | Controls grain retention and wear |
| Operating Speed | 10-160 m/s | Safety and performance criticality |
| Manufacturer | Key Products | Specializations |
|---|---|---|
| 3M | Trizact, Scotch-Brite | Micron-level precision finishing |
| Saint-Gobain | Norton Quantum wheels | High-efficiency grinding systems |
| Metalor | CBN grinding tools | Hard alloy machining |
| Hermes | Fibre Discs 960 VC | Heavy-duty metal removal |
Key factors: - Workpiece material hardness (e.g., use CBN for hardened steel) - Required surface roughness (Ra 0.05-10 m range) - Thermal sensitivity of base material - Machine tool specifications (RPM, power) Case Study: Automotive gear manufacturing selects electroplated CBN wheels (150 concentration, vitrified bond) for profile grinding, achieving 0.8 m Ra finish.
Emerging directions include: - Nanostructured abrasive coatings (20-50nm grain size) - Environmentally-friendly binders (<50 ppm VOC) - Smart abrasive systems with IoT process monitoring - Hybrid products combining grinding/polishing functions - Additive manufacturing of custom abrasive geometries