The CGW 39979 flap wheel is a compact, threaded-shank abrasive solution designed for material removal and finishing in tight spaces. With a 1-1/2" diameter wheel and a 1" width, it employs 80-grit aluminum oxide flaps arranged around a 1/4"-20 shank to deliver consistent cutting action and extended wheel life on a variety of substrates. This configuration makes it suitable for rounded contours, shoulders, and other hard-to-reach areas where larger wheels cannot access material efficiently.
The aluminum oxide abrasive is a proven, general-purpose coating for ferrous and non-ferrous metals, plastics, fiberglass, wood, and glass. The flaps are designed to expose fresh abrasive as they wear, helping maintain steady stock removal and a smoother finish. The wheel is rated for up to 25,000 RPM, which supports high-speed, low-pressure finishing tasks often encountered in fabrication, maintenance, and repair operations. Its straight-flange-style architecture is intended for use with compatible powered tools that accept a 1/4" shank, enabling quick setup and straightforward changes between jobs requiring similar material removal profiles.
Practical considerations include ensuring compatible tool mounting for a 1/4"-20 threaded shank and observing tool speed guidelines to avoid wheel damage or unsafe operation. This flap wheel is packaged in units of single pieces per package, with a box quantity of 10, facilitating multiple workstations or repeat orders for ongoing maintenance tasks. Given its material capabilities, users should base choice on the specific substrate hardness and geometry to optimize surface finish and cut rate while preventing excessive heat buildup.
Features:
- Aluminum oxide coated abrasive for durable performance
- Flaps arranged around the shaft deliver consistent cutting action
- Ideal for hard-to-reach areas
- Compatible with a 1/4"-20 threaded shank
- Suitable for multiple materials including metals and non-metals
- 80 grit for controlled material removal
- Long life and reliable performance
- Grain:
- Aluminum Oxide
- Dia:
- 1.5
- Thickness:
- 1
- Arbor/Shank Size:
- 1/4
- Grit:
- 80
- RPM:
- 25000
- Package Size:
- Each
- Box Quantity:
- 10
