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Arbor Adapters & Shaft Flanges - Arbor Adapter, 5/8'''' Id
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SKU: 185001625
Overview
This adapter is made to help polishing or grinding wheels with a 1-inch arbor opening fit smaller motor shafts, making it a practical shop accessory for setup and support. It is described as an arbor adapter with a 5/8-inch inside diameter, and the product line also includes shaft flanges for added side support and a bearing surface for the shaft nut. For users who need a simple way to match wheel openings to shaft size, it offers a straightforward fitment solution without adding complexity. The adapter is listed in industrial polyresin, and the matching flanges are plated steel.
Why Hunters Choose the Ain Plastics
Converts Polishing
1-inch arbor openings to smaller
Proper Support
For polishing wheels during use
Shaft Flanges
Add side support to polishing
Flanges Offer
Bearing surface for the shaft
Adapter Can
Be shortened if needed for
Key Features
- Converts polishing or grinding wheels with a 1-inch arbor opening to fit smaller motor shafts.
- Provides proper support for polishing wheels during use.
- Designed for use with any size shaft.
- Made from industrial polyresin.
- Measures 1 inch outside diameter and 1 inch long.
- May be shortened if needed.
Best Used For
- Hunters setting up polishing or grinding wheels on smaller motor shafts
- Users needing extra side support for polishing wheels during shop work
- Anyone matching 1-inch arbor openings to a 5/8-inch shaft setup
- Workshop users who want a simple adapter and flange solution for wheel mounting
Specifications
| Inner Diameter | 1 in (2.5 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 1 in |
| Material | Industrial polyresin; plated steel |
| May Be Shortened | Yes |
| Outer Diameter | 1 in (2.5 cm) |
| Thickness | 1/8 in (3.2 mm) |
Pros
- Converts polishing or grinding wheels with 1-inch arbor openings to smaller motor shafts.
- Provides proper support for polishing wheels during use.
- Shaft flanges add side support to polishing wheels.
- Flanges offer a bearing surface for the shaft nut to lock the wheel down tight.
- Adapter can be shortened if needed for fit adjustments.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- This arbor adapter is designed for polishing or grinding wheels with a 1" arbor opening, so it is not a general-purpose fit for every wheel or accessory.
- The adapter is sized for smaller motor shafts, which means compatibility depends on matching shaft dimensions rather than a universal fit.
- The adapter is made from industrial polyresin, while the shaft flanges are plated steel, so the two components serve different support roles and should be selected accordingly.
- The adapter may be shortened if needed, but that also means final fitment may require user adjustment.
Suggested Comparisons
- Grinding wheel adapters
- Polishing wheel flanges
- Arbor spacers
- Shaft mounting accessories
Suggested Accessories
- Polishing wheels
- Grinding wheels
- Motor shaft hardware
- Shaft nuts
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this arbor adapter do?
It converts polishing or grinding wheels with a 1" arbor opening so they can fit smaller motor shafts.
What is the adapter made from?
The arbor adapter is listed as industrial polyresin.
Can the adapter be shortened if needed?
Yes. The specifications say it may be shortened.
What are the shaft flange specifications?
The shaft flanges are plated steel, with a 2-1/2" outside diameter, 1" inside diameter, and 1/8" thickness.
What is the purpose of the shaft flanges?
They give polishing wheels extra side support and provide a bearing surface for the shaft nut so the wheel can be locked down tight.