Abrasives and Surface Conditioning Products

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
61500122637

61500122637

3M

EXL UNITIZED WHEEL 1X1/8" 8A MED

0

61500039070

61500039070

3M

SURFACE BELT 4X24" A CRS

0

30MIC 3M461X TC SHEET 8.5X11

30MIC 3M461X TC SHEET 8.5X11"

3M

LAPPING FILM SIL CARBIDE 11X8.5"

0

61500088143

61500088143

3M

SURFACE FB BELT 4X90" A MED

0

61500129293

61500129293

3M

UNITIZED WHEEL CUT&POLISH 9S MED

0

61500160314

61500160314

3M

SURFACE BELT 2X30" A MED

0

61500027166

61500027166

3M

SURFACE BELT 19X48" A MED

0

61500067451

61500067451

3M

HI RESOLUTION PC CLEANING BRUSH

0

15MIC 3M661X DISC 8

15MIC 3M661X DISC 8"

3M

LAPPING FILM DIAMOND 15U 8"

0

61500080363

61500080363

3M

CUT & POLISH WHEEL 8" 5A FIN

0

61500138625

61500138625

3M

UNITIZED WHEEL EXL 5" 2S FIN

0

61500295821

61500295821

3M

DURABLE FLEX BELT 1/2X12" A MED

20

61500026879

61500026879

3M

SURFACE BELT 4X84" A VFN

0

61500099231

61500099231

3M

EXL UNITIZED WHEEL TR 2A MED

45

3M 384F 36+ BELT 0.5

3M 384F 36+ BELT 0.5"X18"

3M

BELT ALUM OXIDE 36 18" X 0.5"

25

FN510079331

FN510079331

3M

COMBI-S WHEEL 80801 3X1-3/4"

20

3M 217EA A45 BELT 4

3M 217EA A45 BELT 4"X118"

3M

BELT ALUM OXIDE P400 118" X 4"

10

61500052826

61500052826

3M

BELT A/O SUPER FINE 18"X0.25"

0

61500176120

61500176120

3M

RADIAL BRISTLE DISC THIN BRISTLE

0

6MIC 3M661X ROLL .25

6MIC 3M661X ROLL .25"X150'X3"

3M

LAPPING FILM DIAMOND 150'X0.25"

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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