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Mx Finishing Wheels - Mx Finishing Wheel, 1/4''''x 1/2'''', 180 Grit, 3 Pack
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SKU: 084000082
Overview
This finishing wheel is designed for the final stages of shaping, polishing, and removing scratch marks on metal surfaces. Its non-woven cotton fiber construction bonded with aluminum oxide abrasive is intended to hold its shape during use, and the non-loading design is noted as suitable for aluminum and brass. The 180 grit refill pack includes three wheels for rotary tools with a 1/8" shank, making it a practical option for shop work where controlled finishing is the goal.
Why Hunters Choose the Brownells
Non-woven Cotton
Fiber construction helps the wheel
Aluminum Oxide
Abrasive is suited for finishing,
Non-loading Design
Supports cleaner operation on aluminum
1/8-inch Shank
Fits hand-held, high-speed rotary tools
180 Grit
Practical option for polishing and
Key Features
- Non-woven cotton fiber wheel bonded with aluminum oxide abrasive
- Designed for finishing, polishing, final shaping, and removing scratch marks
- Non-loading construction
- Works great on aluminum and brass
- 1/8-inch shank fits hand-held, high-speed rotary tools
- Refill pack includes three wheels of 180 grit
Best Used For
- Ideal for hunters finishing small metal parts, polishing, and removing scratch marks during bench work.
- Useful for users needing a 180-grit wheel for final shaping on aluminum or brass components.
- Suited to rotary-tool users who want a non-woven wheel that holds shape during finishing tasks.
- Good for shop work where a refill pack of three matching wheels keeps a single grit on hand.
Specifications
| Abrasive | Aluminum oxide |
|---|---|
| Compatible Tools | Hand-held, high-speed, rotary tools |
| Diameter | 1/4" (6mm) |
| Grit | 180 |
| Kit Type | Refill pak |
| Length | 1/2" (12.7mm) |
| Loading | Non-loading |
| Material | Non-woven cotton fiber |
| Pack Quantity | 3 |
| Shank Size | 1/8" (3.2mm) |
| Shape | Cylinder |
| Spec Notes | Refill paks contain three wheels of one grit; Starter Kit has one wheel of each grit packed in a compartmented kit box |
| Suitable For | Aluminum and brass |
| Use | Finishing, polishing, final shaping, removing scratch marks |
| Wheel Type | Finishing wheel |
Pros
- Non-woven cotton fiber construction helps the wheel retain its shape during use.
- Aluminum oxide abrasive is suited for finishing, polishing, and final shaping tasks.
- Non-loading design supports cleaner operation on aluminum and brass.
- 1/8-inch shank fits hand-held, high-speed rotary tools.
- 180 grit offers a practical option for polishing and removing scratch marks.
- Three-wheel pack provides multiple refills in one purchase.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- This is a finishing and polishing wheel, so it is intended for final shaping and scratch removal rather than aggressive material removal.
- The 180 grit version is a specific step in the process; users needing coarser or finer refinement will need a different grit.
- It is designed for hand-held, high-speed rotary tools with a 1/8" shank, so compatibility depends on the tool setup.
- The product is sold as a 3-pack refill, which is useful for repeat use but does not include the broader starter kit assortment.
Suggested Comparisons
- Finishing and polishing wheels
- Rotary tool abrasive accessories
- Metal finishing and scratch-removal abrasives
- Hand-held rotary tool accessory kits
Suggested Accessories
- Rotary tool accessory kit
- Abrasive polishing wheel
- Honing stone
- Protective eyewear
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this finishing wheel used for?
It is described as suitable for finishing, polishing, final shaping, and removing scratch marks.
What grit is this product?
This listing is for 180 grit.
How many wheels are included?
This is a 3 pack refill package containing three wheels of one grit.
What tools does it fit?
The product has a 1/8" shank and fits hand-held, high-speed, rotary tools.
What materials is it described as working well on?
The description says it is non-loading and works great on aluminum and brass.