New 3M Cubitron 3 high-performance abrasives
3M launches its Cubitron 3 high-performance abrasives on the market. With the new fiber discs, abrasive discs and fabric belts, sanding processes can be accelerated and carried out more efficiently and safely.
The introduction of 3M Cubitron 3 fiber discs, abrasive discs and fabric belts makes sanding processes faster, more efficient and safer, according to the manufacturer. With patented breakthroughs in abrasive grain shape and molecular bonding technology, this new product line offers an exceptional level of performance. Thanks to a significantly higher cutting speed, companies can process more parts with fewer resources, resulting in higher productivity. The 3M Cubitron 3 Fiber Disc 1182C, for example, offers up to 61% faster cutting speed compared to the previous generation 3M Cubitron II Fiber Disc 982C. The wheel also lasts longer than conventional competitor products: The 3M Cubitron 3 fiber disc 1182C can remove up to 34% more material than a conventional fiber disc. 3M Cubitron 3 cut-off wheels last up to 3X longer compared to previous generation 3M Cubitron II cut-off wheels. This means that more parts can be processed and fewer wheel changes are required, resulting in less downtime.
Less noise and vibration, but durable and sustainable
Reducing hand-arm vibration and noise contributes to employee well-being and helps employers create a safer working environment. 3M Cubitron 3 fiber discs can help reduce hand-arm vibration by up to 88% and lower noise levels by up to 70% compared to competing high quality discs. The 3M Cubitron 3 high-performance abrasives have also been developed with increasing automation in mind, helping to maximize the efficiency of automated manufacturing processes. The durable abrasives and packaging with recycled materials meet industry sustainability goals and help reduce the environmental footprint.
Excellent abrasive combinations
The 3M Winning Abrasive Combinations combine the outstanding technical properties of Cubitron and Scotch-Brite abrasives to unlock the full potential of industrial processes. While Cubitron Performance Abrasives provide outstanding performance in grinding and cutting, Scotch-Brite Abrasives increase safety and productivity in cleaning, preparation and finishing. Scotch-Brite abrasives made from non-woven fibers ensure a high-quality finish faster and reduce rework. The Clean & Strip XT-Pro disc is designed to efficiently remove rust, paint or mill scale without altering the surface geometry and easily delivers a high quality finish. It also helps to reduce hand arm vibration by up to 90% compared to wire brushes normally used in cleaning applications. By combining technical abrasives, processes can be made faster and easier in all steps involved. With a wide range of solutions, Winning Combinations can include any combination of abrasives tailored to specific process requirements to achieve excellent results, reduce process times and improve overall productivity.
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