3M Abrasive Products for Grinding & Finishing Hard-to-Grind Materials

3M ABRASIVE TECHNOLOGIES
3M Trizact Abrasives
Derived from patented 3M microreplication technology, Trizact
abrasives consist of precisely-shaped three-dimensional structures
distributed uniformly over the substrate. Unlike conventional
abrasives, which are constructed from randomly-spaced and
irregular-shaped minerals, the uniform configuration of Trizact
abrasives helps deliver more consistent performance and eliminate
belt-to-belt variation.
Trizact belts start sharp and stay sharp, resulting in more
predictable finishes and improved, consistent quality in
your parts.
Lower costs
Trizact belts can last two to five times longer than conventional
belts – and finish so precisely that operators can reduce grade
sequences, which in turn can reduce total cost of operations.
3M Trizact Diamond Cloth Belt 663FC
3M Trizact Diamond Cloth Belt 663FC represents the “next generation” in
abrasive technology – combining the predictable dimensioning traditionally
associated with bonded wheels with the speed, consistency and ease of
use of 3M abrasive belts.
Designed for grinding hard materials to final
dimension, 663FC belts also work well for
stripping old thermal spray coating during
the refurbishment process.
663FC belts cut up to 70% faster than
bonded wheels – without chatter. And
because they are easy to use, even
less-experienced operators can achieve
consistent, effective stock removal
throughout the life of the belt.
COATING
Conventional abrasives start out sharp, but dull quickly.
Courtesy of
Abbott Machine Co.
The three-dimensional structures of 3M Trizact Abrasives contain multiple
layers of mineral. As these structures wear, fresh, sharp mineral is constantly
exposed to the workpiece, resulting in faster, more consistent cutting
throughout the life of the belt.
3M Cubitron Abrasive Grain
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3M Cloth Belt 966F
Constructed with tough, durable
Cubitron abrasive grain, 966F belts
are ideally suited for stripping chrome
from old parts as they are being
rebuilt. 966F belts are also suited
for wet grinding and finishing of heat
sensitive high nickel alloys, where a
coolant flood is needed, as well as
titanium and stainless steel.
3M Flexible Diamond Belts
3M Flexible Diamond Belts help you achieve
better finishes without sacrificing cut rates
on hard-to-grind roll materials. A metal bond
securely anchors micron-graded diamonds
to a premium, flexible backing. This provides
durability and long life, while allowing
conformance to a variety of contours. The
open dot pattern produces aggressive cutting
action and reduces grinding loads.
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Ideal for moderate to heavy stock removal
3M-patented Cubitron Abrasive Grain is one of the hardest,
longest-lasting minerals available. It is engineered to cut fast
and stand up to the intense heat and stress generated in heavy
grinding applications. It is an ideal mineral for grinding stainless
steel, titanium and heat sensitive nickel alloys.