Scotch-Brite - MU-WL Multi-Finishing Wheel, Medium Grit (Pack of 1)

I have used tons of Scotchbrite finishing wheels for well over a decade. Stainless steel and bronze and aluminum fine metal work, large public sculptures. Up to now my favorite was the EXL 2A Medium, which I get mostly in 6" x 1/2" wheels. Extremely versatile, can use the edge or the face like a 6" sandin disc. Even use them on a random orbit sander instead of sandpaper. But I needed a wider wheel for a brush or grain finish. 1" is about right for getting good bite while being wide enough. Sometimes I stack a number of wheels for a very wide surface but it's harder to get good pressure, it's more for final surfacing to get broad surfaces even. A single 1" wide wheel gets the bulk of the middle finishing, can do some light stock removal, but still give a nice end finish close to final, and this is as good as it gets, a good balance between removal and a fine finish. I usually end up with a Red Very Fine scotchbrite ball wheel and then hand pads after this. Also a nice balance between soft and hard. These last a very long time so I don't mind paying the price. I still would like something more aggressive because I still have to use a 7" disc initially on plate, but have not found that in a scotchbrite wheel yet.

Just like any other 3M product… works great.. as expected

The description wasn't complete, took a chance on ordering. Turned out to be exactly what I was looking for.I use these for cleaning hand tools and garden tools.

I previously had a fine grit wheel but it wore too quickly using it on steel tube. The grit on this wheel is perfect for what I'm doing and leaves a great finish for welding afterwards. In my opinion an excellent value.

I've used this brand wheel for 15 years with good luck. This time is different. It is wearing down very fast, and because of the price, I will have to shop around before my next purchase.

Imagine a 1 inch thick extra stiff Scotch Brite pad that is round and mounts on a buffer or grinder - That is what you get. The wheel is considerably denser than your kitchen Scotch Brite pad. It does a good job of removing rust, paint, or doing the first steps in polishing metal. It does not require polishing abrasives with use - the abrasives are built into the wheel.I noticed on one side a painted direction arrow, so it appears that it is made to go just one way - of course you turn it over as required to get the rotation correct.The wheel has a 1 inch mandrel hole. If you have a buffer or grinder with a smaller shaft you will need an adapter. I used a stack of nylon spacers from Home Depot that were 1 inch OD by 1/2 inch ID to fit my grinder.

Amazing!! Removes corrosion, carbon deposits, gunk, and leaves a quality finish behind. You can use this as your first step in the buffing process. Look at the results of my exhaust pipes that almost junked (one on right side not buffed yet- for comparison). This wheel brought life back to my old motorcycle parts.

Expensive but gets the job done