Abrasives and Surface Conditioning Products

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
61500292497

61500292497

3M

LT GRIND & BLEND DISC 4" A CRS

0

61500070414

61500070414

3M

HIGH GLOSS DISC 8XNH 50 PER CASE

0

61500175783

61500175783

3M

RADIAL BRISTLE DISC 2 X 3/8"

120

3M 784F 36+ BELT 0.5

3M 784F 36+ BELT 0.5"X24"

3M

BELT CERA A/O COARSE 36 24"X0.5"

25

61500108909

61500108909

3M

CUT & POLISH WHEEL 6X1X1" 7A CRS

0

61500061744

61500061744

3M

SURFACE LS BELT 15-1/2" S MED

0

61500080553

61500080553

3M

FINISHING WHEEL 6X12X1" 5A MED

0

.1MIC 3M668X PSA DISC 2

.1MIC 3M668X PSA DISC 2"

3M

LAPPING FILM DIAMOND 0.1U 2"

0

61500188471

61500188471

3M

FINISHING FLAP BRUSH 7A VFN

0

3M 384F 60+ BELT 0.25

3M 384F 60+ BELT 0.25"X24"

3M

BELT ALUM OXIDE 60 24" X 0.25"

25

61500138666

61500138666

3M

UNITIZED WHEEL EXL 5" 3S FIN

0

61500189164

61500189164

3M

BRISTLE DISC 11 INTERNAL 36

8

61500126786

61500126786

3M

EXL DEBURRING WHEEL 6" 9S FIN

3

61500067766

61500067766

3M

SURFACE BELT 3/4X18" A VFN

19

61500083391

61500083391

3M

UNITIZED WHEEL EXL 3" 6A FIN

0

61500141785

61500141785

3M

SURFACE CONDITION DISC TR 3"

0

3MIC 3M668X PSA DISC 4

3MIC 3M668X PSA DISC 4"

3M

LAPPING FILM DIAMOND 3U 4"

0

61500062726

61500062726

3M

SURFACE LS BELT 3-1/2X15-1/2" T

0

61500167822

61500167822

3M

SURFACE LS BELT 4X132" S SFN

0

1MIC 3M662XW TH ROLL 1

1MIC 3M662XW TH ROLL 1"X50'X1"

3M

LAPPING FILM DIAMOND 1U 50' X 1"

0

Abrasives and Surface Conditioning Products

1. Overview

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.

2. Main Types and Functional Classification

TypeFunctional FeaturesApplication Examples
Coated AbrasivesGrains bonded to flexible backing (paper/cloth)Metal deburring, wood sanding
Bonded AbrasivesCeramic/organic binder-formed grinding wheelsTool sharpening, heavy stock removal
SuperabrasivesDiamond/CBN grains for extreme hardnessHard alloy machining, optical glass grinding
Nonwoven AbrasivesOpen-web structure for conformal finishingWeld blending, composite material polishing
Surface Conditioning PadsScotch-Brite-type media for cleaning/texturingPre-paint surface preparation

3. Structure and Composition

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

4. Key Technical Parameters

ParameterDescriptionImportance
Grain Size (Mesh)8-1200 grit rangeDetermines cut rate and finish quality
Hardness (Knoop)1500-8000 HKAffects material removal efficiency
Concentration25-200%Superabrasive quantity per volume
Bond StrengthGrade P-ZControls grain retention and wear
Operating Speed10-160 m/sSafety and performance criticality

5. Application Fields

  • Metalworking: CNC grinders, belt sanders
  • Aerospace: Turbine blade finishing systems
  • Automotive: Robotic weld cleaning stations
  • Electronics: Wafer polishing equipment
  • Construction: Concrete floor preparation machines

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

ManufacturerKey ProductsSpecializations
3MTrizact, Scotch-BriteMicron-level precision finishing
Saint-GobainNorton Quantum wheelsHigh-efficiency grinding systems
MetalorCBN grinding toolsHard alloy machining
HermesFibre Discs 960 VCHeavy-duty metal removal

7. Selection Recommendations

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.

Industry Trends Analysis

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

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