Brief Introduction Of Flap Disc

Built for rapid stock removal, the Flap Disc is the highest-performing flap disc. It delivers an exceptionally fast cut and runs cool on stainless steel, high nickel alloys, and aluminum. Tough overlapping poly-cotton flaps won't fray with edgework, maintain a sharp cut as the flaps wear away, and leave a smooth finish.

A workhorse for metal fabrication, the flap disc with fiberglass achieves fast, aggressive stock removal without compromising the finish. It is ideal for a wide range of low to medium-high-pressure applications, especially in paint prep and stainless steel fabrication where finish and gouge resistance are important. A grinding aid on the disc reduces grinding temperatures for best results and extends disc life in operations on stainless steel and steel alloys.

The overlapping layers of coated abrasive cloth flaps make this disc flexible, long-lasting, sharp cutting, and a great choice for one-step grinding and blending. In many instances it can replace grinding wheels and fiber discs, making it an advantageous addition to machine shops and body shops.

Compared to a grinding wheel, a flap disc cuts cooler works faster, and is more user-friendly. The phenolic resin disc plate cushions the disc and reduces disc vibration, producing optimal finish and greater operator comfort. Moreover, the flexibility of the flaps also reduces vibration and produces smoother results, which means the disc is easier to control and causes less operator fatigue.

A flap disc will outlast a fiber disc while still providing an aggressive cut, so you can count on replacing it less often, which saves time and reduces consumables. It produces a smoother, more consistent finish, and won't curl up in storage as fiber discs sometimes do. Choose one grade coarser than the fiber disc you would typically use for your application for comparable results.

When the faster output is the bottom line, you will appreciate the value of our Flap Disc. Use it to:

• Make quick work of rust or other contaminants
• Rapidly smooth out welds, beads, and burrs
• Knockdown sharp edges
• Perform minor material shaping
• Remove cutting torch slag from steel plates
• Strip paint off of metal
• Level auto body filler
• Touch up welds
• Remove slap
• The flap disc may also be used for paint prep on wood, although it won't leave the same smooth finish it achieves on metal.