01 — Essential Specifications
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Essential specifications
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02 -- Materials, Applications & Machines
Working compatibility
Materials, applications & machines
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Compatible materials
Recommended workpiece materials
- Non-Ferrous Metals
- Carbide
- Granite
- Ceramic
- Chrome
Recommended applications
Typical jobs and operations
- Grinding
- Stock Removal
- Sharpening
- Deburring
- Shaping
Compatible machines
Equipment and operating methods
- Bench Grinder
- Pedestal Grinder
03 -- Complete Technical Specifications
Technical data
Complete technical specifications
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Abrasive specifications
Construction & identification
Dimensions & fit
04 -- Why Choose this series
Series advantage
Why choose the Bench and Pedestal Wheels - GC series
CGW vitrified bench and pedestal wheels are used for general stock removal, sharpening, deburring and shaping on compatible bench and pedestal grinders. Choose the abrasive grain, grit, grade, dimensions and bore for the machine and workpiece.
05 -- Compatibility & What's Included
Compatibility & contents
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Fit details
06 -- Use Notes & Technical Description
Before you use it
Use notes & technical description
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GC Bench and Pedestal Wheel
CGW 38502 is a 6" x 1/2" x 1" Type 1 vitrified green silicon carbide bench and pedestal wheel, grit 80, grade I.
CGW vitrified bench and pedestal wheels are used for general stock removal, sharpening, deburring and shaping on compatible bench and pedestal grinders. Choose the abrasive grain, grit, grade, dimensions and bore for the machine and workpiece.
| Manufacturer part number | 38502 |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 6" |
| Thickness | 1/2" |
| Arbor / bore | 1" |
| Wheel profile | Type 1 |
| Abrasive grain | Green Silicon Carbide |
| Grit | 80 |
| Grade | I |
| Bond | Vitrified |
| Selling multiple | 1 wheel |
Sold individually. The displayed price is per wheel.
For compatible bench and pedestal grinders only; not a hand-held cut-off wheel or angle-grinder disc. Match the bore, wheel thickness, machine flanges and guarding before mounting. Follow CGW and machine manufacturer instructions for inspection, mounting, dressing and balancing. Maximum RPM is not supplied for this reference in the manufacturer tables consulted. Confirm the actual wheel speed marking before use and never exceed the lowest applicable wheel or machine rating. Sold individually; the displayed price is per wheel.
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