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Walter 1-1/2 Inch x 3/8 Inch 120 Grit Mounted Flap Wheel

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OVERVIEW

Professional Weld Cleaning and Finishing

Achieve the perfect finish on your welding projects with the Walter 1-1/2" x 3/8" x 120 Grit Flap Wheel. For professional welders and fabricators, the final appearance of a weldment is just as important as the structural integrity. This mounted flap wheel is the ideal solution for post-weld cleanup, especially when working with stainless steel or aluminum where surface finish is paramount. The 120-grit abrasive provides a fine, satin finish that blends weld toes and heat-affected zones seamlessly into the base metal.

Welders often face the challenge of finishing welds in tight corners, fillets, or inside tubing where standard flap discs or grinding wheels cannot reach. The compact 1-1/2 inch diameter and slender 3/8 inch width of this Walter wheel solve that problem, allowing you to maneuver into restricted spaces with ease. The flaps are securely bonded to a central hub, ensuring safety and durability even at high rotational speeds. As the flaps wear down, new abrasive grain is revealed, providing a consistent finish from the first pass to the last, preventing the "glazing" effect common with lower-quality abrasives.

Designed for use with standard die grinders, this flap wheel is a must-have accessory for any metal fabrication shop. It excels at removing light spatter, oxidation, and discoloration without gouging the workpiece. The cushioned action of the flaps allows the wheel to contour to the shape of the metal, making it forgiving to use on curved surfaces and irregular shapes. Whether you are polishing a custom exhaust system, finishing a handrail, or restoring a metal surface, the Walter 15F012 ensures a professional, high-quality result every time.

Fabrication Benefits

  • Contour Finishing: Flexible flaps adapt to curved surfaces and irregular shapes.
  • Tight Access: Reaches into corners and fillets where flat discs fail.
  • Consistent Finish: Delivers a uniform scratch pattern essential for stainless steel work.
  • Cool Cutting: Designed to minimize heat buildup, reducing the risk of warping thin metals.
Additional Information
Brand:Walter Surface Technologies
Grit:120
Width:3/8"
Diameter:1.5"
Used To Grind:Steel or Stainless or Aluminum
Product Type:Mounted Flap Wheel
Shaft Size:1/4"
Abrasive Material:Aluminum Oxide
Packaging Description:1 per each

INCLUDED

  • 1 x Walter 1-1/2" x 3/8" x 120 Grit Mounted Flap Wheel

APPLICATIONS

  • Deburring machined parts and holes
  • Blending weld seams in tight corners
  • Cleaning inside diameters of piping and tubing
  • Finishing metal surfaces to a satin texture
  • Removing rust, paint, and scale from small areas
  • Shaping and smoothing contours on castings

FAQ

The Walter 15F012 flap wheel is versatile and safe for use on steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.

This mounted flap wheel is designed for use with die grinders or power drills that have a 1/4" collet or chuck.

A flap disc is flat and used for surface grinding, while a flap wheel is cylindrical and mounted on a shaft, making it better for inside diameters, contours, and tight spaces.

No, this is a mounted flap wheel with an integrated shaft and hub, so no backing pad is required.

120 grit indicates a fine abrasive texture, suitable for finishing, blending, and smoothing rather than aggressive material removal.

It provides a fine satin finish which is a pre-polish step, but for a mirror finish, you would need finer grits and polishing compounds.

Replace the wheel when the abrasive flaps are worn down near the hub or if the finish becomes inconsistent.

While primarily designed for metal, it can be used on wood for sanding contours, though it may wear differently than on metal.

CATALOGUE & SPEC SHEETS

Safety Data Sheet