Abrasives are rough materials used to rub or smooth down a
weaker material for finishing or molding. They wear down the surface of the
working piece to create the desired result in texture or aesthetics. Abrasives
can be used as several unique minerals with varying levels of roughness and resistance.
Emery boards, pumice and sandpaper are well known examples of abrasive
materials.
Our
3M online superstore supplies an extensive line of 3M abrasives
and abrasive products for many different industrial applications. Abrasion can
be used for sanding belts, metalwork and woodworking.
In woodworking, sandpaper, steel wool and nylon pads are
commonly used for molding and finishing. Sandpaper is the most popular of the
three. Steel wool is great for smooth finishes and the nylon pads work well for
this function also.
When metal working requires abrasives, many craftsmen turn
to the common practice of deburring. Deburring is the use of an abrasive to
shave down freshly cut metal. The technique involves placing the metals inside
of a barrel with the abrasive materials and systematically turning the barrel
over repeatedly to cause friction between the contained elements until the
desired finish is achieved.
Industrial General Store provides full access to an
exhaustive offering of abrasives and abrasion products. You’ll find everything
you need from
surface conditioning belts,
unitized wheels, deburring wheels,
flap brushes and
polish rolls. Our abrasive products are aggressive,
long-lasting and built for endurance. Click over to our 3M online superstore
today!
