3M™ Cubitron™ II Fibre Disc 987C

  • 3M Product Number 987C
  • 3M ID 60440229676

3M Precision-Shaped Grain maintains super-sharp points that cut exceptionally fast with less pressure

Mineral runs cooler and disc life is significantly longer, completing more parts per disc and requiring fewer disc changes

Reduces changeouts and downtime in robotic and pressure-assisted applications

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Highlights
  • 3M Precision-Shaped Grain maintains super-sharp points that cut exceptionally fast with less pressure
  • Mineral runs cooler and disc life is significantly longer, completing more parts per disc and requiring fewer disc changes
  • Reduces changeouts and downtime in robotic and pressure-assisted applications
  • Stiff fiber backing and a strong resin bond provide durability and tear-resistance for heavyweight applications such as high-pressure weld grinding or beveling
  • Grinding aid incorporated on the disc minimizes grinding temperatures for heat-sensitive alloys

3M™ Cubitron™ II Fibre Disc 987C offers significant gains in productivity on medium to heavy-duty operations thanks to the exceptionally high-performing 3M Precision-Shaped Grain combined with a stiff fiber backing. This disc achieves a higher cut-rate, greater durability, and longer life than other fiber discs — all with less grinding pressure.

Operator grinding a weld
Stands up to high-pressure grinding

3M™ Cubitron™ II Fibre Disc 987C is powered by 3M Precision-Shaped Grain technology for heavy-duty metalworking applications. This mineral is an exceptionally high-performing ceramic, resin-bonded to a stiff fiber backing. 3M™ Fibre 987C products also incorporate a grinding aid to keep the workpiece cooler, protecting heat-sensitive alloys from heat damage and reducing re-work. These features offer increased productivity for heavy-duty grinding on all metals, including stainless steel.

Ideal for Robotic Weld Grinding
In medium and high-pressure applications like robotic weld grinding, it's important to choose a high-performance abrasive that cuts fast and lasts long. The self-fracturing mineral in 3M™ Cubitron™ II Fibre Disc 987C will keep your robot grinding welds long after other abrasives call it quits, reducing downtime and maximizing efficiency.

Recommended Applications

  • Heavy duty metalworking applications
  • Flame-cut edge cleanup
  • Grinding
  • High pressure grinding
  • Right angle grinding
  • Edge chamfering
  • Weld removal and finishing
  • Edge beveling
  • Gate removal
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3M Precision-Shaped Grain

About 3M Precision-Shaped Grain
To create 3M Precision-Shaped Grain, engineers start with 3M™ Ceramic Abrasive Grain and use proprietary technology to form the grains into triangular structures and electrostatically orient them on the backing to form sharp peaks that maximize cutting potential. These peaks slice cleanly through metal, rather than gouging or plowing as traditional abrasive grains do; and continuously self-sharpen as the points break off. This generates a super-fast cut and lessens heat build-up due to friction, reducing heat-related stress cracks and discoloration. The mineral also wears evenly, and because the abrasive stays cooler and sharper, 3M™ Cubitron™ II abrasives last significantly longer than their conventional ceramic counterparts, ensuring extended high performance in production applications.

Typical Properties

Abrasive Material

Precision Shaped Ceramic

Application

Metal Shaping, Metal Stock Removal, Right Angle Grinding, Sheet Grinding, Slab Grinding, Weld Grinding, Weld Removal, Stock Removal, Surface Finishing, Weld Removal & Finishing, Beveling, Blending, Edge Beveling, Edge Chamfering, Flat Areas, Gasket Removal, Gate Removal, Grinding, Heavy Grinding, High Pressure Grinding

Attachment Type

Center Hole

Backing Material

Fibre

Bond Type

Resin

Brands

Cubitron™

Center Hole Diameter (Metric)

22.225 mm

Coat Type

Closed Coat

Equipment - Machines

Right Angle Grinders, Right Angle Sander

Grit

60+

Hole Configuration

700BB

Industries

Metalworking

Maximum Speed

8600 rpm

Sanding Type

Dry

Sub Applications

Edge Chamfering, Flat Areas, Flat Finishing, Flat Grinding, Gate Removal, High Pressure Grinding, Right Angle Grinding, Shaping, Sheet Grinding, Stainless Steel Finishing, Weld Cleaning, Weld Grinding, Weld Removal, Weld Removal & Finishing, Blending, Dimensioning, Edge Beveling

Sub Industries

Architectual & Strutural Steel, Food Processing, Furniture, Industrial, Industrial Equipment, Industrial Machinery/Equipment, Metal Fabrication, Rail, Sheet Metal, Ship & Boat Building, Ships, General Purpose Machinery/Equipment, Specialty Vehicle, Structural Steel, Turbine Engines

Overall Diameter (Metric)

177.8 mm

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