Abrasives and Surface Conditioning Products

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61500108230

61500108230

3M

EXL DEBURRING WHEEL 12" 8A MED

0

61500166832

61500166832

3M

CLEAN & FINISH ROLL 2"X30' F SFN

0

61500295615

61500295615

3M

HAND PAD TRIAL PACK 961S

5

61500037454

61500037454

3M

DISC ALUM OXIDE COARSE TR 1-1/2"

0

1MIC 3M661X DLF 3MIL 4.5 IN

1MIC 3M661X DLF 3MIL 4.5 IN

3M

LAPPING FILM DIAMOND 1U 4.5"

0

61500137684

61500137684

3M

HI STRNGTH DISC 8X3/4" A VFN

50

1MIC 3M662XW DISC 5

1MIC 3M662XW DISC 5"

3M

LAPPING FILM DIAMOND 1U 5"

0

281Q-3MIC

281Q-3MIC

3M

POLISHING FILM A/O 3U 11" X 8.5"

107

61500126547

61500126547

3M

LIGHT DEBURRING WHEEL 12" 8S FIN

1

1.5MIC 3M662XW DLF 3MIL TH 5 IN

1.5MIC 3M662XW DLF 3MIL TH 5 IN

3M

LAPPING FILM DIAMOND 1.5U 5"

0

3M 784F 80+ BELT 0.5

3M 784F 80+ BELT 0.5"X12"

3M

BELT CERA A/O COARSE 80 12"X0.5"

25

61500039542

61500039542

3M

FINISHING WHEEL 12X3X5" 5A MED

0

61500103470

61500103470

3M

SURFACE LS BELT 2X72" A VFN

0

61500175148

61500175148

3M

UNITIZED WHEEL EXL 8" 2S FIN

0

61500120995

61500120995

3M

LIGHT DEBURRING DISC 6" A VFN

100

61500100112

61500100112

3M

UNITIZED WHEEL CLEAN&STRIP 7S

0

61500051034

61500051034

3M

SURFACE BELT 1/4X24" A MED

40

3M 302D 320 BELT 4

3M 302D 320 BELT 4"X118"

3M

BELT ALUM OXIDE 320 118" X 4"

10

61500189628

61500189628

3M

CLEAN & FINISH DISC 5"XNH S ULF

0

01420

01420

3M

DISC ALUM OXIDE P320 5" 175/ROLL

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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