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Felt Polishing Wheels - 6'''' Medium Felt Polishing Wheel 1'''' Arbor
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SKU: 088161001
Overview
This 6-inch medium felt polishing wheel is intended for gunsmithing and other precision finishing work where a controlled, consistent polish matters. It is a 1-inch wide wheel with a 1-inch arbor, and one adapter is supplied to fit additional arbor sizes. The wheel is factory trued, though final touch-up truing may still be needed, and the medium felt is suited for use with 555(TM) Polish. For best results, it is recommended to use a separate wheel for each polish grit and to follow the included Polish-O-Ray(TM) tube instructions.
Why Hunters Choose the Bacon Felt Company
1-inch-wide Felt
Wheel designed for controlled polishing
Factory Trued
Final touch-up truing noted
Includes Polish-o-ray
Tube instructions for felt wheel
Medium Felt
Option suited for use with
Supplied One
One adapter; fits multiple arbor
Key Features
- 6-inch medium felt polishing wheel for gunsmithing and finishing work
- 1-inch thick wheel with a 1-inch arbor
- Factory trued, with final touch-up truing possibly required
- Designed for use with Polish-O-Ray(TM) tube instructions
- Use a different wheel for each polish grit
- One adapter supplied; adapters fit 1/2, 5/8, 3/4, and 7/8-inch arbors
Best Used For
- Gunsmiths needing a 6-inch felt wheel for controlled polishing work on firearm parts
- Users following a multi-grit polishing process with separate wheels for each polish grit
- Shop owners or hobbyists using 1/2 hp or under machines at 3600 RPM
- Experienced polishers working with medium felt wheels and compatible arbor adapters
Specifications
| Adapter Sizes | 1/2 in, 5/8 in, 3/4 in, 7/8 in |
|---|---|
| Adapters Included | One adapter supplied with each wheel |
| Arbor Size | 1 in |
| Factory Trued | Yes |
| Final Touch Up Truing Required | May be required |
| Hard Wheel Available | Yes |
| Instructions Included | Complete instructions on Polish-O-Ray(TM) tube describes felt wheel technique |
| Recommended Horsepower | 1/2 hp or under |
| Recommended Speed | 3600 RPM |
| Recommended Use | Polishing |
| Soft Felt Available | Yes |
| Use For 555tm Polish | Medium or hard wheel |
| Wheel Density | Medium |
| Wheel Diameter | 6 in |
| Wheel Material | Felt |
| Wheel Thickness | 1 in |
| Wheel Width | 1 in |
Pros
- 1-inch-wide felt wheel designed for controlled polishing applications
- Factory trued for improved setup, with final touch-up truing noted
- Includes Polish-O-Ray tube instructions for felt wheel technique
- Medium felt option suited for use with 555(TM) Polish
- Supplied with one adapter; fits multiple arbor sizes
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Final touch-up truing may be required before use, so the wheel may not be ready to run perfectly straight out of the package.
- Best results call for matching the wheel type to the polish grit; using a separate wheel for each grit adds setup and storage overhead.
- Speed guidance depends on motor size and wheel diameter, so it is important to stay within the stated RPM ranges rather than treating the wheel as universal.
- Adapters are included, but only one adapter is supplied with each wheel, so additional arbor sizes may require separate adapters.
Suggested Comparisons
- Bench grinder polishing wheels
- Gunsmithing polishing accessories
- Abrasive finishing wheels
- Tool arbor adapters
Suggested Accessories
- Polishing compound
- Arbor adapter
- Bench grinder
- Polishing instructions
Frequently Asked Questions
What size is this polishing wheel and what arbor does it use?
This wheel is a 6-inch medium felt polishing wheel with a 1-inch arbor. The specifications also note that all wheels are 1 inch thick and made with a 1-inch arbor.
Is this wheel sold with an adapter for smaller arbors?
Yes. One adapter is supplied with each wheel, and the listed adapters convert to 1/2 inch, 5/8 inch, 3/4 inch, and 7/8 inch arbors.
What does the product information say about wheel selection for different polishing tasks?
The description says it is best to use a different wheel for each polish grit. It also notes that soft felt is used for most work, while medium or hard wheels are used for 555(TM) Polish.
What operating speed is recommended for this 6-inch wheel?
The long description states that 6-inch wheels should be used at 3600 RPM on motors of 1/2 hp or under. Larger wheel sizes are listed for higher horsepower setups.
Does the product require any setup or truing before use?
The wheels are described as carefully selected and factory trued, but the description also says final touch-up truing may be required.