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Abrasive Disc Kits offer choice of sizes and grits.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 07:44:34 -0600

Available with Type-R or -S fasteners, Rex-Cut® Cotton Fiber Quick Change Disc Kits contain eight 2 or 3 in. diameter discs in assortment of grit sizes. Featuring layers of non-woven cotton fiber that are impregnated with aluminum oxide abrasives and pressed together, discs constantly reveal fresh abrasives, resulting in smooth, controlled grinding. Discs will not smear stainless steel and other hard materials and are non-loading on aluminum and composites.

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Honing Tools are offered in economy versions.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 07:37:45 -0600

ProMatic E-line is designed to fit and function on various honing machines, including Sunnen style SV/CK/CV/ML. Used to hone engine cylinder bores, connecting rods, and transmission gears, all tooling utilizes max number of abrasives ledges (stones) required to meet cylindricity and roundness requirements. E-line suits facilities that are looking to improve existing 2 and 4 stone hone heads but do not have requirement for high-production, high-precision, OEM-style hone tooling.

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Coated Abrasive Product employs ceramic grain.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 07:36:07 -0600

Designed to work with heat-sensitive materials such as stainless steel, titanium alloys, and superalloys, CRIMSON red SK855X features aggressive grain orientation and cool cut feature to optimize cut rate. Self-sharpening ceramic grain promotes service life, and available grits range from 24-120. Suited for medium- to high-pressure backstand and power assist applications, solution can satisfy various grinding applications in belt and disc form.

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Cordless Tool handles cutting, sawing, and sanding tasks.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 07:36:16 -0600

Powered via 12 V Max Litheon(TM) battery system, PS50 Multi-X(TM) uses modular accessories to achieve multifunctional operation with tool change times down to 60 sec. Included adaptor enables use of Dremel, Fein, or Proxxon accessories. Weighing 2.2 lb, multi-purpose oscillating tool features 240° adjustable tool holder; variable speed dial (5,000-20,000 rpm); and ergonomically designed chassis that has soft grip surface with 6.88 in. circumference for optimal maneuverability.

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Abrasive Discs enable freehand grinding and cutting of steel.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 07:34:13 -0600

Providing more than 10 dBA noise reduction, SILENTIO resinoid-bonded, fiberglass-reinforced grinding wheel is suited for working on steel and SS to maximum speed of 80 m/sec, has damping feature for high run-out, and is available in 4 diameters in 115-230 mm range. Intended for machining SS at up to 80 m/sec, SUPER-THIN cut-off wheel is manufactured by using specially coated abrasive grain and fiberglass reinforcement.

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Finishing Flap Discs blend and grain-in stainless steel welds.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 07:38:49 -0600

Rex-Cut® Megabrite T27 Finishing Flap Discs are offered in 3 grades including coarse, medium, and fine grits for cleaning, deburring, blending, and finishing stainless steel, aluminum, and other metals. Featuring smooth, controlled action, they are constructed with layers of non-woven synthetic fiber surface conditioning materials. Available in 4½ and 5 in. dia sizes with 7/8 in. holes or 5/8-11 adapters, with or without hubs, flap discs are rated for 13,300 rpm max.

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Flap Discs blend welds on SS railings.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 14 May 2008 07:48:42 -0600

Rex-Cut® FUSION(TM) Flap Discs combine premium coated abrasive layer and surface conditioning layer into one interleaf disc that can blend corner welds on SS architectural railings and grain-in the finish simultaneously. Available with coarse, medium, and very fine grits, 4½ in. dia discs are designed to operate at 2,700-5,000 rpm, while 5 in. dia discs operate at 2,500-4,500 rpm. Discs constantly reveal fresh abrasives as they work to remove material and run smoothly.

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Deburring Brushes utilize advanced filament technology.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 08:07:03 -0600

Burr-Rx(TM) disc brushes are made of black nylon filaments co-extruded with high aggression ceramic grains. Constructed with steel shell, they provide dimensional stability, and are produced with 2 in. bore that allows for direct mounting on equipment without need for adapters. Burr-Rx brushes are suited for deburring materials such as inconel, stainless steel, and titanium and are also available in stem-mounted wheel, mini disc brushes, and banded end brush configurations.

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Flap Discs are manufactured from zirconia alumina grain.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 07:33:09 -0600

With polyester/cotton backing material, XXL Z3 and compact Z3 flap discs offer edge and angled work surface solutions. Available in type 27 or 29 shapes with either 7/8- or 5/8-11 in. arbor holes, XXL Z3 line of flap discs consist of 12 discs in 4½ in. dia and 40, 60, and 80 grit sizes. Featuring flaps compressed at 4° angle, compact Z3 line of flap discs include 6 discs and come in 4½ in. dia, 40-80 grit sizes, and 7/8- or 5/8-11 in. arbor holes.

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Miniature Flap Discs are available in 4 grit sizes.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 07:35:33 -0600

Rex-Cut® Mini Flap Discs feature quick-change Type R fastening system for users to change between coarse, medium, fine, and very fine grit sizes of high-performance zirconium grain abrasive. Able to grind and blend in one operation, they are designed for use in right angle grinders. Discs are suited for blending and finishing SS, aluminum, and mild steel; removing machine tool marks; contouring; and general cleaning. They are available in 2 and 3 in. dia sizes.

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Non-Woven Hand Pads are used for surface preparation.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 07:37:25 -0600

Measuring 6 x 9 in., non-woven hand pads include 5 types in premium line and 3 types in standard line. Premium line, constructed from strong and flexible materials, includes maroon-colored pads for all-purpose use, grey-colored pads for fine finishes, green-colored pads for general cleaning, tan-colored pads for heavy-duty use, and white-colored pads for light-duty work. Standard hand pad line includes maroon-, green-, and white-colored pads.

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Abrasive Discs feature layered construction.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 22 Jan 2008 07:52:30 -0600

Rex-Cut® Cotton Fiber Quick Change Discs feature multiple layers of non-woven cotton fiber that are combined with abrasive grains and then pressed and bonded into flexible discs, exposing new abrasives as they work. Able to blend and finish corners using their face and edge, they are suited for SS, aluminum, and exotics. Discs are available with Roloc® and Sockatt® style fasteners in 1, 1½, 2, and 3 in. sizes in various grits and bonds.

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Almen Strips meet aerospace specification requirements.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 07:15:57 -0600

Used to quantify intensity of shot stream during shot peening process, Almen A, N, or C strips are available in Grades 3, 2, 1, and 1-S. They can be provided to any specification, from standard MIL to rigid aerospace, and conform to width, height, thickness, flatness, and hardness requirements. Pre-qualified and ready-to-use, products are subject to heat treatment process that promotes control of hardness and flatness while eliminating decarburization potential.

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Dual-Layer Flap Disc grinds and finishes simultaneously.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 27 Nov 2007 07:53:57 -0600

FUSION(TM) Flap Disc has coated abrasive layer that grinds and non-woven surface conditioning material that finishes, all in one step. Available with or without hubs, discs constantly revealing fresh abrasives as they work and are offered in coarse, medium, and very-fine grits in 4 ½ and 5 in. sizes. Products are suitable for use on stainless steel and aluminum, and applications include removing welds, light burs, and surface roughness on all types of fabrications.

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Grinding Discs blend welds on contoured surfaces.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 18 Sep 2007 07:48:00 -0600

Capable of producing 32 RMS finish on stainless steel and non-loading on aluminum, Cut-N-Finish(TM) Discs are constructed of multiple layers of cotton fiber, fully impregnated with aluminum oxide abrasives, and pressed and bonded together to constantly expose fresh abrasives as they work. Flexible bond can follow contoured surfaces for light grinding and blending of MIG and TIG welds. Offered in 4, 4½, and 7 in. dia, discs come in A24, A36, A54, and A80 grit sizes.

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Flap Discs are suited for grinding contoured work pieces.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 10 Sep 2007 07:48:34 -0600

Made from premium zirconia grain and X-weight cotton backing, Z-Flex flap discs are engineered for quick grinding on contoured work pieces such as metal railings and tubes. Flexible products fracture easily in order to promote optimal cutting and lifespan. Stocked in 4½ in. dia, 12 flap discs are available in 40, 60, and 80 grit sizes. They come in type 27 or type 29 shapes with either 7/8 or 5/8-11 in. arbor holes.

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Finishing Flap Discs provide smooth grinding action.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 30 Aug 2007 07:41:35 -0600

Layered with non-woven synthetic fiber surface conditioning materials, Rex-Cut® Megabrite T27 Flap Discs expose fresh material as they wear. Units are rated for 13,300 rpm, but provide optimum performance with minimum heat at 6,000 rpm. Available in 4 ½ and 5 in. dia sizes with 7/8 in. holes or 5/8-11 adapters, discs are suitable for cleaning, deburring, blending, and finishing stainless steel, aluminum, and other metals. Color-coded coarse, medium, and very fine grades are offered.

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Lapping Compund contains surfactant system for cleaning.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 07:55:05 -0600

Lapping Compound 63 is formulated for lapping hard materials such as carbides, ceramics, and glass and is also effective on aluminum. It is suited for automotive parts such as light truck and heavy axle truck gears as well as general lapping and polishing operations. Made by blending premium grade silicon carbide grit into mineral oil based carrier, product maintains viscosity and requires no dilutions or additions.

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Abrasive Wheels grind and sand fiberglass.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 14 Aug 2007 07:43:00 -0600

Available in coarse, medium, fine, and very-fine grades, Sigma-Screen(TM) Multipurpose Discs are depressed center, Type 27 abrasive wheels that feature blend of zirconia-ceramic abrasive grains bonded to flexible mesh. Chatter-free discs will not clog and can be stacked on grinder for extended life. In addition to fiberglass, 4.5 in. diameter wheels are also effective on stainless steel, metals, aluminum, and wood.

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Soldering Iron Maintenance Kits promote heat transfer.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 02 Aug 2007 09:59:10 -0600

Prolonging life of industrial soldering irons, Soldering Iron Maintenance Kits include everything necessary to remove flux residue, contamination, and oxidation that builds up between inside of iron's heating element and surface of tip. Each kit contains spiral brush with ¼ in. hex shank to fit most drills, steel wire brush, and non-woven abrasive pads that wrap around tip's shank. Five kits for servicing 40-550 W soldering irons and complete kit for all sizes are offered.

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