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Grinders, Lappers, Polishers
silicon carbide abrasive discs
Premium Silicon Carbide Grinding Discs
for coarse and fine grinding of a wide variety of materials
surface of 3M diamond polishing discs
3M™ Diamond Discs, Polyester Carrier Film

fast action on extremely hard materials
3m micro finishing film
3M™ Microfinishing Film

micron-graded siliconcarbide or aluminumoxide
3m diamond discs, metal plate carrier
3M™ Diamond Discs, Metal Plate Carrier
metal plates provide an absolute flat carrier
3m adhesive remover
3M™ Adhesive Remover

3m adhesive remover
Grinding Powders
NEW sizes available!

metallurgical comparison chart
Technical Information, Grit Size Chart, Material Hardness, Grading




silicon carbide abrasive discs

Premium, waterproof silicon carbide grinding discs optimized for metallographic and petrographic coarse and fine grinding of a wide variety of materials. This premium silicon carbide grinding paper features select mineral grading, tough resin bonding, flatness, and quality paper backing, resulting in durable, long-lasting paper with excellent uniform cutting properties that minimizes deformation and sample distortion. Available with Plain Back and Pressure Sensitive Adhesive (PSA). Can be used wet or dry.
Grit sizes offered are 60-1200 grit according to the USA grading system. 8" (203mm) discs, sold in packages of 25.
Grit size comparison table


Premium Silicon Carbide Abrasive Discs, Plain Back, 8" (203mm)

Prod # Description Unit Price Order / Quote
817-130 Premium SiC Grinding Discs, plain back, 260 microns, 60 grit, 8" pkg/25 $47.95
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817-139 Premium SiC Grinding Discs, plain back, 200 microns, 80 grit, 8" pkg/25 34.10
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817-131 Premium SiC Grinding Discs, plain back, 125 microns, 120 grit, 8" pkg/25 32.50
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817-132 Premium SiC Grinding Discs, plain back, 80 microns, 180 grit, 8" pkg/25 32.50
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817-133 Premium SiC Grinding Discs, plain back, 52 microns, 240 grit, 8" pkg/25 30.00
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817-134 Premium SiC Grinding Discs, plain back, 40 microns, 320 grit, 8" pkg/25 30.00
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817-135 Premium SiC Grinding Discs, plain back, 30 microns, 400 grit, 8" pkg/25 30.00
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817-136 Premium SiC Grinding Discs, plain back, 15 microns, 600 grit, 8" pkg/25 30.00
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817-137 Premium SiC Grinding Discs, plain back, 10 microns, 800 grit, 8" pkg/25 62.50
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817-160 Premium SiC Grinding Discs, plain back, 7 microns, 1000 grit, 8" pkg/25 44.00
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817-138 Premium SiC Grinding Discs, plain back, 5 microns, 1200 grit, 8" pkg/25 62.50
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Premium Silicon Carbide Grinding Discs, PSA Back, 8" (203mm)
(pressure sensitive adhesive)

Prod # Description Unit Price Order / Quote
817-100 Premium SiC Grinding Discs, PSA back, 260 microns, 60 grit, 8" pkg/25 $52.70
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817-109 Premium SiC Grinding Discs, PSA back, 200 microns, 80 grit, 8" pkg/25 46.50
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817-101 Premium SiC Grinding Discs, PSA back, 125 microns, 120 grit, 8" pkg/25 42.20
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817-102 Premium SiC Grinding Discs, PSA back, 80 microns, 180 grit, 8" pkg/25 46.75
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817-103 Premium SiC Grinding Discs, PSA back, 52 microns, 240 grit, 8" pkg/25 45.75
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817-104 Premium SiC Grinding Discs, PSA back, 40 microns, 320 grit, 8" pkg/25 42.40
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817-105 Premium SiC Grinding Discs, PSA back, 30 microns, 400 grit, 8" pkg/25 33.70
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817-106 Premium SiC Grinding Discs, PSA back, 15 microns, 600 grit, 8" pkg/25 33.70
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817-107 Premium SiC Grinding Discs, PSA back, 10 microns, 800 grit, 8" pkg/25 61.90
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817-108 Premium SiC Grinding Discs, PSA back, 5 microns, 1200 grit, 8" pkg/25 70.30
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surface of 3M diamond polishing discs
Surface, 2x
3M diamond polishing disxcs
Surface, 50x

3M™ Flexible Diamond Discs, Polyester Carrier Film

Specially developed diamond discs for use on hard and extremely hard materials to achieve flat, fast action precision grinding results. Precision-graded diamond particles anchored in electroplated nickel pellets are bonded to a highly uniform and flexible backing for consistent results. The diamond discs present a cleaner alternative to diamond compounds or slurries and do not require "loading" with diamond paste. The open and raised dot pattern provides more efficient cutting action and allows for quick displacement of waste material. Ideal for grinding hard metals, steel, glass-filled composites, glass, stone, ceramics, carbides, etc. PSA (Pressure Sensitive Adhesive) back, available in 8" (203mm) diameter discs. Longer lasting and more precise alternative to silicon carbide or aluminum oxide abrasives. M = Metal Plated.


3M™ Flexible Diamond Discs, Metal Coated Polyester, PSA Back, 8" (203mm)

Prod # Color Microns Unit Price Order / Quote
For Sale in U.S.A. Only
814-10   green 250 each $319.00
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814-12   black 125 each 260.70
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814-14   red 74 each 217.80
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814-16   yellow 40 each 220.00
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814-18   white 20 each 245.30
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814-20   blue 10 each 220.00
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3M diamond discs, metal plate carrier

3M™ Diamond Metal Bond, Metal Plate Platform Abrasives

durable, long lasting, precision cutting discs for heavy stock removal, shaping and lapping of hard-to-grind materials

Precisely graded diamond particles electroplated on a 1/16" (1.58mm) thick metal plate (brass) with an 8" (203mm) diameter. These discs can be used on lapping machines with rigid, flat support plates and with a lubricant to prolong disc life. They can be used for flat lapping, ceramics, metallurgical testing, sharpening carbide tools, gem faceting and grinding glassy materials that generate erosive swarf. The metal bonded discs are available Plain or PSA (for secure attachments to the platen backing).

3M™ Diamond Metal Bond, on 1/16" (1.58mm) Brass Plate, Plain

Prod # Description Unit Price Order / Quote
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814-148 Diamond Disc, Metal Bond, Brass Plate, 100 grit, 140µm, Plain, 8" each $800.80
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814-146 Diamond Disc, Metal Bond, Brass Plate, 220 grit, 66µm, Plain, 8" each 633.00
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3M™ Diamond Metal Bond, on 1/16" (1.58mm) Brass Plate, PSA

Prod # Description Unit Price Order / Quote
For Sale in U.S.A. Only
814-154 Diamond Disc, Metal Bond, Brass Plate, 220 grit, 66µm, PSA, 8" each $500.50
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814-158 Diamond Disc, Metal Bond, Brass Plate, 45µm, PSA, 8" each 530.20
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814-159 Diamond Disc, Metal Bond, Brass Plate, 30µm, PSA, 8" each 444.40
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814-160 Diamond Disc, Metal Bond, Brass Plate, 15µm, PSA, 8" each 421.30
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814-162 Diamond Disc, Metal Bond, Brass Plate, 6µm, PSA, 8" each 470.80
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3M micro finishing film

3M™ Microfinishing Film

The Microfinishing Film is made of premium, micron-graded silicon carbide or aluminum oxide particles resin bonded on a high strength, 3 mil, polyester film backing. The particles are electrostatically oriented for better cutting action. A premium, fast cutting abrasive that provides precise, consistently uniform, close tolerance finishing. The polyester film backing does not swell when using water. For use on metal, fiberglass, plastic wood and solid surface composites. Can be used wet or dry. A high quality, longer lasting and more precise alternative to grinding paper. Preferred grinding film for metallography, ceramography and petrology surface preparation.
Available with plain or PSA back with 8" (203mm) diameter.

3M™ Microfinishing Film, Silicon Carbide Grinding Discs, 8" (203mm)

Prod # Description Unit Price Order / Quote
For Sale in U.S.A. Only
3M™ Microfinishing Film, Silicon Carbide Grinding Discs, plain back
815-552 3M™ Microfinishing Film, SiC Grinding Discs, plain back, 80 microns, 180 grit, 8" pkg/25 $36.30
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3M™ Microfinishing Film, Aluminum Oxide Grinding Discs, 8" (203mm)

Prod # Description Unit Price Order / Quote
For Sale in U.S.A. Only
3M™ Microfinishing Film, Aluminum Oxide Grinding Discs, plain back
815-510 3M™ Microfinishing Film, Al2O3 Grinding Discs, plain back, 100 microns, 150 grit, 8" pkg/25 $36.30
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815-512 3M™ Microfinishing Film, Al2O3 Grinding Discs, plain back, 80 microns, 180 grit, 8" pkg/25 37.40
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815-514 3M™ Microfinishing Film, Al2O3 Grinding Discs, plain back, 60 microns, 220 grit, 8" pkg/25 37.40
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Recommendations for Controlled Storage of 3M™ Coated Abrasives
Coated abrasive products require care in storage as they are affected by atmospheric conditions. To obtain the best possible efficiency without experiencing any handling difficulties, the ideal storage conditions for all coated abrasive products are a constant temperature from 60° to 80°F (16° to 27°C) and a controlled relative humidity from 35% to 50%. If these conditions are not practical, leave the material in its original sealed containers, stored under conditions as comparable to the operating conditions as possible, avoiding extremes up to the moment of use.




3M Adhesive Remover

3M™ Adhesive Remover

Powerful replacement for mineral spirits, solvents and other unfriendly cleaners. Ideally suited for removing used grinding/lapping/polishing discs with PSA backing from their support discs. New food-grade citrus-based 3M™ Adhesive Remover is also very effective in removing overspray of any aerosol adhesives, grease, oil, grime, tape residue, tar, wax, etc. A solvent-free formulation that provides wipe-away convenience with no filmy residue. No CFC's.

Active ingredient is listed as GRAS (Generally Regarded As Safe) for food contact applications under FDA21 CFR 182.20.

Flammable propellent (propane). Note: Not for sale in California.
I, F - SDS (48KB PDF)

Prod # Description Unit Price Order / Quote
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80924-1 3M™ Adhesive Remover, 18.5 oz. can each $61.60
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80924-10 3M™ Adhesive Remover, 18.5 oz. cans case/6 247.50
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