Bench Seat Grinding Wheel-8" x 1" 36 Grit - Shark

The Shark 12780 Bench Seat Grinding Wheel is an 8" x 1" 36 grit abrasive wheel engineered for aggressive material removal and shaping tasks in professional automotive and industrial environments. Manufactured by Shark Industries, this coarse-grit wheel delivers efficient stock removal and consistent performance for demanding workshop applications. It is designed for general purpose sharpening and grinding of mild steel and other ferrous metals.

Key Features

• Robust Construction: This grinding wheel is made from durable aluminum oxide, vitrified bonded for consistent and reliable performance under strenuous shop conditions.
• Optimal Dimensions: Featuring an 8-inch diameter and 1-inch thickness, it provides a substantial and durable grinding surface, compatible with most standard bench grinders.
• Aggressive 36 Grit: The coarse 36 grit facilitates rapid stock removal, aggressive shaping, and efficient tool sharpening, significantly accelerating initial grinding tasks.
• Versatile Arbor Fit: Designed with a 1-inch arbor hole, the wheel includes adapters to fit 1/2", 5/8", and 3/4" arbors, eliminating the need for costly inventory duplication and ensuring broad compatibility.

Applications

• Heavy Material Removal: Efficiently grinds away excess material from various workpieces, such as structural steel, iron, and welds, preparing surfaces for further finishing.
• Tool Sharpening: Ideal for restoring dull edges on professional-grade tools like chisels, axes, and drill bits, extending their operational life and maintaining peak performance.
• Edge Reshaping and Deburring: Suitable for repairing damaged edges on metal components or smoothing rough edges and removing burrs after cutting or fabrication processes.
• General Fabrication and Repair: A fundamental abrasive wheel for automotive workshops, industrial facilities, and general maintenance, requiring coarse grinding capabilities for fabrication, repair, and restoration projects.

Specifications

• Model Number: 12780
• Manufacturer: Shark Industries
• Wheel Dimensions: 8" (diameter) x 1" (thickness)
• Grit: 36 (Coarse)
• Abrasive Material: Aluminum Oxide / Silicon Carbide
• Product Weight: 4.15 lbs