08L500 - Walter ALU 5-Inch Aluminum Grinding Wheel Type 27

Name: Walter ALU 5-Inch Aluminum Grinding Wheel Type 27
Brand: Walter
SKU: 08L500
Price: 217.00 CAD
Availability: InStock

Packaging: 25 in a pack

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SKU: 08L500 Categories: Abrasives, Grind Wheels

OVERVIEW

Stop Your Wheels from Clogging on Aluminum

Every welder knows the frustration of grinding aluminum. You start grinding, and within seconds, your wheel is gummed up with soft metal, it stops cutting, and just starts generating heat. The Walter ALU Grinding Wheel changes the game. It is built specifically to chew through soft metals like aluminum without loading up. This means you can keep grinding smoothly from the first spark to the nub, without having to stop and swap wheels or dress them constantly.

Weld Ready Finish: The biggest hassle with aluminum prep is contamination. If you use wax sticks to keep your wheel cool, you have to wipe that mess off with acetone before you strike an arc, or you'll get porosity in your weld. The Walter ALU wheel is 100% free of waxes and lubricants. You can grind your joint and start welding immediately. It leaves a clean, bright surface that is perfect for TIG or MIG welding.

This 5-inch wheel (08L500) is a Type 27, meaning it's got that standard depressed center you are used to for heavy grinding. It’s aggressive enough to hog out material quickly but runs cool enough to prevent the aluminum from smearing. If you fabricate aluminum trailers, tanks, or boat parts, this wheel will save you time on every single joint.

No Clogging: Keep cutting when other wheels glaze over.
No Wax Needed: Skip the cleanup and get straight to welding.
Fast Removal: Get the job done faster with aggressive grain.

Additional Information
Brand:Walter Surface Technologies
Diameter:5"
Thickness:0.25"
Arbor (in):7/8"
Used To Grind:Aluminum
Packaging Description:25 per each
Wheel Type:Type 27
Application Material:Aluminum, Non-ferrous metals
Contaminant Free:Yes (No waxes or lubricants)
Grit:n/a

INCLUDED

1x Walter ALU Grinding Wheel (5" x 1/4" x 7/8")

APPLICATIONS

Heavy stock removal on aluminum structures
Weld preparation and beveling on non-ferrous metals
Grinding aluminum tanks, vessels, and piping
Fabrication of aluminum trailers and truck bodies
Surface smoothing without lubricant contamination

FAQ

Standard wheels are designed for steel and often clog (load) quickly when used on soft metals like aluminum. The Walter ALU wheel has a special formulation that prevents the aluminum from sticking to the wheel, ensuring it keeps cutting.

No, the Walter ALU wheel is free of waxes and lubricants. This is a major benefit because it leaves the surface clean and ready for welding without the need for solvent cleaning.

This wheel has a standard 7/8" arbor hole, which fits most 4.5" and 5" angle grinders.

While it might cut, it is not recommended. This wheel is bonded specifically for soft metals. Using it on hard stainless steel will result in very rapid wheel wear. Use a Walter HP or ZIP wheel for stainless.

Generally, no. Since it contains no waxes, the surface is usually clean enough to weld immediately, saving you the step of degreasing.

Type 27 refers to the shape of the wheel. It has a depressed center, allowing the locking nut to sit flush or below the face, which permits grinding at a 15-30 degree angle without the nut interfering.

Always check the label on the physical wheel, but standard 5-inch grinding wheels are typically rated for around 12,250 RPM. Ensure your grinder does not exceed the rating printed on the wheel.