CGW 53255 is a Type 1 4-1/2 inch cutting wheel designed for aluminum and other non-ferrous metals. This wheel features 46-grit calcium stearate treated aluminum oxide grain, chosen to promote clean, steady cuts with minimal burrs and reduce loading when cutting aluminum workpieces. With a thickness of 0.045 inches and an 7/8 inch arbor, it is sized for common 4-1/2 inch angle grinders and compatible with standard mounting hardware used for aluminum fabrication tasks. The grain construction and binder are selected to balance cut-rate with a controlled finish suitable for sheet and plate work.
Practically, the wheel is intended for aluminum, copper, and bronze fabrication applications, including sheet and plate work. The calcium stearate AO formulation can help suppress heat build-up and glaze, contributing to more consistent performance during longer cuts on non-ferrous metals. Operators should verify appropriate RPM for safe operation; the listed maximum speed is 13,300 RPM to prevent wheel damage or wheel failure. The package arrangement for this offering includes individual wheels, with a box quantity of 25 pieces, aiding bulk purchases and stocking for maintenance shops.
Compatibility considerations include using the wheel on compatible 4-1/2 inch angle grinders with a 7/8 inch arbor. Proper mounting, guard clearance, and personal protective equipment are essential to ensure safe operation. This description reflects the documented construction (grain type, size, and form) and the specified dimensions, without extrapolating beyond the supplied data. The manufacturer part number for this item is CGW53255, and the product line is positioned for facility maintenance and non-ferrous metal fabrication settings.
Features:
- Premium Aluminum Oxide grain engineered for non-loading cutting action
- Delivers clean, steady cuts with minimal burrs
- Suitable for aluminum cutting and non-ferrous metals
- Applications include aluminum, copper, and bronze fabrication
- Compatible with sheet and plate work
- Type 1 wheel design with 4-1/2" diameter and 7/8" arbor
- 46-grit for balanced cutting performance
- Grain:
- Aluminum Oxide
- Dia:
- 4.5
- Thickness:
- .045
- Arbor/Shank Size:
- 7/8
- Type:
- 1
- Grit:
- 46
- Grade/Hardness:
- N
- RPM:
- 13300
- Package Size:
- Each
- Box Quantity:
- 25
