Phenolic Backing Disc - 9In - S & G Tool Aid

Specifications

The S & G Tool Aid 94740 Phenolic Backing Disc is engineered for demanding sanding and grinding tasks, offering reliable performance and durability. This backing disc weighs 0.23 lbs and measures 9.1 x 9 x 1 inches, providing a stable foundation for abrasive work. It features a 9-inch diameter, compatible with a wide range of standard abrasive discs. The disc incorporates a 7/8-inch I.D. (Inner Diameter) molded depressed center hole, ensuring broad compatibility with various power tools, including most angle grinders. Designed for high-speed operation, this backing disc supports a maximum safe speed of 15,000 RPM.

Key Features

• Phenolic Construction: Crafted from robust phenolic resin, this backing disc offers exceptional rigidity, impact resistance, and high heat tolerance. This material ensures the disc maintains its structural integrity under intense working conditions, outperforming standard plastic or foam pads.
• Optimal Rigidity and Flexibility: While providing a firm, stable backing for aggressive material removal, the phenolic material also offers sufficient flexibility to conform slightly to contours, ensuring even pressure distribution. For applications requiring extra rigidity, multiple discs can be combined.
• Lightweight Design: Despite its robust construction, the disc remains lightweight, reducing user fatigue during prolonged sanding and grinding sessions.

Applications

This 9-inch phenolic backing disc is suitable for professional and industrial applications requiring efficient material removal and consistent finishes.

• Metalworking: Ideal for grinding, shaping, and surface preparation on various metals, facilitating tasks like weld smoothing and rust removal.
• Woodworking: Useful for heavy stock removal, shaping, and leveling large wooden surfaces, providing a flat and consistent sanding area.
• Automotive Bodywork: Effectively supports abrasive discs for sanding, paint stripping, and rust removal, contributing to high-quality auto body finishes.
• Surface Preparation: Versatile for general surface preparation across various materials, ensuring a smooth and even base for subsequent treatments.

Benefits

• Enhanced Control and Consistency: The rigid phenolic construction provides superior support for abrasive discs, minimizing flexing and ensuring uniform contact with the workpiece. This translates to better control and more consistent, professional-looking results without unwanted swirl marks.
• Extended Tool and Disc Life: By offering stable support and reducing vibrations, this backing disc helps to decrease wear and tear on both the abrasive disc and the power tool, prolonging their operational lifespan.
• Improved Efficiency: The durable and heat-resistant nature of the phenolic material allows for aggressive sanding and grinding without warping or breaking down, enabling faster and more effective material removal. This means less downtime and increased productivity for your projects.