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Felt Polishing Wheels - 8'''' Medium Felt Polishing Wheel 3/4'''' Arbor
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SKU: 088181750
Overview
This 8-inch medium felt polishing wheel is intended for careful finishing work where a controlled, professional polish is the goal. It is described as a finely selected, factory-trued wheel with closely controlled felt density, and the product notes that a final touch-up truing may still be needed. The wheel is 1 inch thick, uses a 1-inch arbor, and includes one adapter, with additional adapter sizes listed for compatibility. For best results, the instructions recommend matching wheel size and speed to the motor and using a separate wheel for each polish grit.
Why Hunters Choose the Bacon Felt Company
Factory Trued
Only final touch-up truing possibly
Closely Controlled
Felt density supports a refined
Medium Felt
Wheel suits use with 555(TM)
Includes One
Adapter; fits 1/2, 5/8, 3/4,
Complete Instructions
Are included for felt wheel
Key Features
- 8-inch medium felt polishing wheel for gunsmithing and polishing work.
- Finest quality felt wheel, carefully selected and factory trued.
- 1-inch thick wheel with a 1-inch arbor.
- One adapter is supplied with each wheel.
- Adapters convert to 1/2-inch, 5/8-inch, 3/4-inch, and 7/8-inch arbors.
- Use medium or hard wheel for 555(TM) Polish.
Best Used For
- Gunsmiths needing a felt wheel for controlled polishing and final touch-up work
- Users following multi-grit polishing routines who prefer separate wheels for each grit
- Shop owners or hobbyists working with 1/2 hp or greater motors at the specified wheel sizes
- Experienced polishers selecting a medium felt wheel for use with 555(TM) Polish
- Anyone needing an 8-inch felt polishing wheel with included arbor adapters for setup flexibility
Specifications
| Adapter Included | One adapter supplied with each wheel |
|---|---|
| Adapter Sizes | 1/2 in, 5/8 in, 3/4 in, 7/8 in |
| Arbor Size | 3/4 in |
| Density | Medium |
| Hard Wheel Recommendation | Medium or hard wheel for 555(TM) Polish |
| Instructions Included | Complete instructions on Polish-O-Ray(TM) tube describes felt wheel technique |
| Material | Felt |
| Recommended Use | Polishing |
| Soft Felt Recommendation | Use the soft felt for most work |
| Speed Recommendation | 1/2 hp or over, 8 in at 1800 RPM |
| Truing Note | Final touch-up truing may be required |
| Wheel Diameter | 8 in |
| Wheel Thickness | 1 in |
| Wheel Type | Medium Felt Polishing Wheel |
Pros
- Factory trued for consistent use, with only final touch-up truing possibly needed.
- Closely controlled felt density supports a refined polishing finish.
- Medium felt wheel suits use with 555(TM) Polish.
- Includes one adapter; fits 1/2, 5/8, 3/4, and 7/8-inch arbors.
- Complete instructions are included for felt wheel technique.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Final touch-up truing may be required after purchase, so the wheel may need a bit of setup before use.
- The 8" wheel is specified for 1/2 hp or over at 1800 RPM, so it is not a universal fit for every bench setup.
- The product notes that a different wheel should be used for each polish grit, which adds to the number of wheels needed for multi-step polishing work.
- The 10" size is described as for experienced polishers only, so this line is better suited to users already comfortable with felt-wheel technique.
Suggested Comparisons
- Polishing wheels
- Gunsmithing polishing supplies
- Bench grinder accessories
- Abrasive finishing accessories
Suggested Accessories
- Polishing compound
- Bench grinder arbor adapter
- Buffing wheel dressing tool
- Protective eye protection
Frequently Asked Questions
What size is this felt polishing wheel?
This product is an 8" medium felt polishing wheel with a 3/4" arbor listed in the title. The specifications also note that all wheels are 1" thick and made with a 1" arbor, with one adapter supplied with each wheel.
Is this wheel ready to use right out of the package?
The description says the wheels are factory trued, but also notes that final touch-up truing may be required.
What speed should I run this wheel at?
The long description gives general guidance: for 1/2 hp or under, use 6" wheels at 3600 RPM; for 1/2 hp or over, 8" wheels at 1800 RPM; and for 3/4 hp or over, 10" wheels at 1800 RPM. It also notes that 10" wheels are for experienced polishers only.
Should I use the same wheel for different polishing grits?
The description recommends using a different wheel for each polish grit.
What type of polishing work is this medium felt wheel intended for?
The description says soft felt is used for most work, while medium or hard wheels are for 555(TM) Polish. It does not provide more specific use cases beyond that.