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Walter FX FLEX Non-Woven Finishing Drum 4x2 Inch

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OVERVIEW

Professional Weld Cleaning and Linear Finishing

For welders and fabricators demanding perfection in their finishing processes, the Walter FX™ FLEX Drum (07L422) is an essential addition to your abrasive arsenal. This 4" x 2" drum is specifically designed to tackle the tricky job of cleaning welds and establishing a grain on uneven surfaces. If you have ever struggled to clean up a TIG weld on a corner or finish a piece of diamond plate without grinding off the texture, this is the tool you need. Its innovative non-woven mesh structure is soft enough to flex over contours but aggressive enough to clean effectively.

The FX™ FLEX drum is the ultimate time-saver for linear finishing. It allows you to transition from a raw weld to a paint-ready or final cosmetic finish in fewer steps. It is particularly effective at creating a fine #4 sanitary finish on stainless steel, a requirement for many commercial and industrial projects. The drum's open structure resists loading, ensuring that it maintains its cutting ability and finish quality throughout its lifespan. It runs cool, preventing heat buildup that could warp thin sheet metal or cause discoloration.

Compatible with standard linear finishing machines like the Line-Mate, this drum slides easily onto the arbor and locks in place for vibration-free operation. It is versatile enough to handle a wide range of materials, including aluminum, mild steel, and stainless steel. Stop struggling with hand pads or rigid wheels that gouge your work; upgrade to the Walter FX™ FLEX drum and experience the difference that a truly flexible abrasive can make in your finishing workflow.

Additional Information
Brand:Walter Surface Technologies
Diameter:4"
Width:2"
Used To Grind:Steel or Stainless or Aluminum
Product Type:Finishing Drum
Finish Type:Fine #4 Finish
Material:Non-woven mesh
Compatible Tool:Walter Line-Mate
Packaging Description:1 per each

INCLUDED

  • 1 x Walter FX™ FLEX Drum (4" x 2")

APPLICATIONS

  • Cleaning and blending TIG and MIG welds
  • Creating a fine #4 sanitary finish on stainless steel
  • Finishing uneven surfaces like checker plate and tread plate
  • Removing heat tint and discoloration
  • General surface conditioning on aluminum, steel, and stainless steel

FAQ

The 07L422 is designed for use with linear finishing tools, specifically the Walter Line-Mate system, which accommodates 4" diameter drums with a keyed shaft.

Yes, the 'FLEX' in the name refers to its ability to conform to uneven surfaces. It is excellent for cleaning checker plate without grinding down the raised pattern.

It leaves a fine #4 linear finish, often used for sanitary stainless steel applications or architectural metalwork.

Yes, the Walter FX FLEX drum works effectively on aluminum, as well as steel and stainless steel.

No, this is a finishing and cleaning drum. It will clean the weld and blend it, but it is not designed for heavy stock removal or grinding down a heavy weld bead.

This drum is 4 inches in diameter and 2 inches wide (4" x 2").

No, the FX FLEX drum is a dry abrasive product and does not require polishing pastes or compounds to achieve a #4 finish.

Unlike a rigid flap wheel, the FX FLEX is made of a lower-density non-woven mesh that is spongy and flexible, making it better for blending and finishing rather than aggressive grinding.

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