Flap Discs
The abrasive flaps are adhered to a rigid backing plate. It is the back plate that provides stability during operation with cooler cut, less vibration and smoother finish without gouging. Flap discs are well-suited to stock removal through blending applications. Blaze R980P CA Coarse Grit Arbor Thread Fiberglass Conical Flap Disc.
We offer both type 27 (flat) and type 29 (conical) flap discs in a range of sizes and attachment systems to fit your angle grinder. Request a sample today and see the benefits of versatile, easy-to-use flap discs powered by 3M Precision-Shaped Grain. Constructed for long life and conformability.
Do's and Don’ts of Flap Discs
1. Proper Grinding Angle and Surface. It is important to use flap discs at the correct angle and on the correct surface. Using the incorrect angle or surface can cause epoxy wear, backing disc damage, or snagging. All of these can lead to separation of the flaps or backing disc breakage. Type 27 flap discs should be used at 0°-15° angle and
With growing demand for abrasives to remove coatings and leave the metal underneath intact, 3M engineers built a solution: nonwoven abrasives. By adhering abrasive grain into the conformable nylon web, Scotch-Brite Discs quickly remove unwanted surface imperfections without cutting into the metal like fibre discs or flap discs.
10 Types of Angle Grinder Discs and Their Uses (With Pics)
10 Angle Grinder Disc Types 1. Grinding Discs 2. Cut-off Discs 3. Diamond Cutting Discs 4. Flap Discs 5. Wire Wheels 6. Paint Stripping Discs 7. Polishing Pads 8. Concrete Grinding Wheels 9. Wood Cutting Discs 10. Wood Carving Discs READ NEXT: Home Grinders
Using an angle grinder, T27 flap discs should be used from a 0-15° angle from the surface. T29 - Conical Discs Type 29 flap discs have their abrasive sheets have a slight angle on the face of the disc. This design allows for more aggressive grinding and is usually preferred for contouring and shaping surfaces.
Flap Discs for Angle Grinder - Fine Power Tools
Contouring. High-density flap discs are excellent for contouring, blending, matching, and finishing. When you apply pressure, the overlapping flaps compress to form a stronger disc and removing a higher amount of material. With the same disc, if you apply light pressure, it can be used for finishing.
Angle Grinder. Type 29 (Conical) SAIT GF Grind & Finish Flap Discs. ... Backing Pads For Fiber Discs; Bonded Abrasives Accessories; Flap Wheel & Coated Abrasives
Types of Abrasive Discs or Wheels for Angle Grinders | Smith
Aluminium oxide is the most common abrasive used in grinding wheels. It is usually the abrasive chosen for grinding carbon steel, alloy steel, high speed steel, annealed malleable iron, wrought iron, and bronzes and similar metals. Smith & ARROW supply Grinding Wheels in 3” 71mm / 4” 100mm / 4.5” 115mm / 5” 125mm / 7” 180mm and 9
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