CGW 34496 is a 16 inch diameter, 2 inch thick surface grinding wheel engineered for heavy stock removal with a precise finish. This wheel uses AZ - Premium Blue Aluminum Oxide grain, selected for a balance of sharpness and durability, which supports faster material removal with controlled surface quality. The wheel features a Type 1 designation with a 46 grit size and J hardness grade, optimizing performance for applications that require efficient cutting action and stable wheel life. Its premium grain and bond technology are designed to provide both rapid cutting and durability, contributing to cooler operation that helps minimize heat generation when grinding heat-sensitive alloys and molds, including certain high-speed steels under 58 HRC.
In practice, this wheel is suited for roughing and finishing operations on aluminum oxide-friendly materials where a robust, consistently sharp wheel is beneficial. The combination of grain, bond, and wheel geometry aims to deliver predictable wear and a dependable finish across diverse grinding tasks. When planning use, consider matching the wheel to compatible bench or pedestal grinders capable of spinning near the specified RPM to maintain performance and wheel life.
This product is sized for standard mounting with a 5 inch arbor/shank and is sold as a single-wheel package. Proper selection should align with your grinding machine’s flanges, speed rating, and workpiece material to achieve the intended finish and avoid premature wear.
Features:
- AZ - Premium Blue Aluminum Oxide grain for sharpness and durability
- Heavy stock removal with precise finish
- Fast, cool cutting suitable for heat-sensitive steels and molds
- More durable than WA and PA with superior sharpness
- 16" diameter, 2" thickness, 5" arbor/shank size
- Type 1 wheel with J hardness
- Grain:
- AZ - Premium Blue Aluminum Oxide
- Dia:
- 16
- Thickness:
- 2
- Arbor/Shank Size:
- 5
- Type:
- 1
- Grit:
- 46
- Grade/Hardness:
- J
- RPM:
- 1671
- Package Size:
- Each
- Box Quantity:
- 1
