Abrasives and Surface Conditioning Products

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
45179

45179

3M

ROLOC DISC PAD

20

61500290541

61500290541

3M

HAND PAD ALUM OXIDE 9"X6" 1=1PC

183

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61500120219

3M

UNITIZED WHEEL CUT&POLISH 9A CRS

0

61500003720

61500003720

3M

CONVOLUTE WHEEL SIL CRBDE 6" DIA

0

61500156742

61500156742

3M

CLEAN & FINISH DISC 6X3/8" S VFN

0

61500295375

61500295375

3M

FLAT PART DEBURRING BONDED BRUSH

0

30MIC 3M661X ROLL 1

30MIC 3M661X ROLL 1"X50'X3"

3M

LAPPING FILM DIAMOND 30U 50'X1"

1

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61500070687

3M

CLEAN & STRIP DISC D2 4" S XCS

10

3MIC 3M668X PSA SHEET 6X6

3MIC 3M668X PSA SHEET 6X6"

3M

LAPPING FILM DIAMOND 3U 6" X 6"

0

30MIC 3M261X LF AO 3MIL 5 IN

30MIC 3M261X LF AO 3MIL 5 IN

3M

LAPPING FILM ALUM OXIDE 30U 5"

147

61500293636

61500293636

3M

EXL-XP DEBURR WHEEL 12" 11S FIN

0

61500125390

61500125390

3M

SE SURFACE CONDITION DISC TR 4"

0

61500137759

61500137759

3M

ABRASIVE ROLL HI STRNGTH 6X30'

2

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61500028404

3M

SURFACE BELT 1X18-15/16" A MED

0

14655

14655

3M

FLAP WHEEL TYPE 83 244D

0

61500140274

61500140274

3M

UNITIZED WHEEL EXL 6" 6A MED

0

3M ABR-982C-80-7X0.825(25)

3M ABR-982C-80-7X0.825(25)

3M

3M CUBITRON II FIBRE DISC 982C;

0

.1MIC 3M661X DISC 8

.1MIC 3M661X DISC 8"

3M

LAPPING FILM DIAMOND 0.1U 8"

0

61500069184

61500069184

3M

HI STRNGTH DISC 2XNH A VFN

0

61500140548

61500140548

3M

SURFACE BELT 1-1/8X21" A CRS

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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