Abrasives and Surface Conditioning Products

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
30MIC 3M668X PSA SHEET 6X6

30MIC 3M668X PSA SHEET 6X6"

3M

LAPPING FILM DIAMOND 30U 6" X 6"

0

01431

01431

3M

DISC KUT 3" 24 4 PER CASE

0

61500088630

61500088630

3M

BELT ALUM OXIDE COARS 167.99"X6"

0

61500040128

61500040128

3M

UNITIZED WHEEL CUT&POLISH 7S MED

0

61500046976

61500046976

3M

EXL DEBURRING WHEEL 14" 8S FIN

0

01423

01423

3M

STIKIT SANDING DISC 175/ROLL

0

61500126828

61500126828

3M

EXL DEBURRING WHEEL 8" 9S FIN

2

1MIC 3M662XW DLF 3MIL TH 4.25 IN

1MIC 3M662XW DLF 3MIL TH 4.25 IN

3M

LAPPING FILM DIAMOND 1U 4.25"

0

61500083102

61500083102

3M

EXL UNITIZED WHEEL 8" 2S FIN

4

61500190659

61500190659

3M

SF FINISH&DEBURR WHEEL 8" 8S MED

0

12MIC 3M266X TP SHEET 8.5X11

12MIC 3M266X TP SHEET 8.5X11"

3M

LAPPING FILM A/O 12U 11"X8.5"

0

61500292703

61500292703

3M

LT GRIND&BLEND DISC TR 4" A CRS

0

61500184751

61500184751

3M

UNITIZED WHEEL EXL TR 3" 3S FIN

0

61500119195

61500119195

3M

SURFACE LS BELT 2X60" A VFN

0

61500151107

61500151107

3M

SURFACE CONDITION DISC TSM 2"

0

61500084464

61500084464

3M

SURFACE LS BELT 4X90" A MED

0

61500155280

61500155280

3M

UNITIZED WHEEL EXL 4" 8A MED

0

61500122561

61500122561

3M

EXL UNITIZED WHEEL 1X1/8" 8A CRS

100

61500132784

61500132784

3M

UNITIZED WHEEL CUT&POLISH 9A CRS

0

61500151065

61500151065

3M

SURFACE CONDITION DISC TSM 3"

80

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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