Features
- Zirconia abrasive for material removal and extended life
- Metal backing for increased durability
- Type 11 shape for maximum surface coverage
- Intended for grinding ferrous metals and castings
- Includes one cup wheel
Specifications
| Arbor Size [In] | 5/8"-11 |
| Bonded Abrasives Application | Grinding |
| Bore Size [In] | 5/8-11 |
| Disc Diameter [In] | 6 |
| Disc Diameter [Mm] | 152.4 |
| Disc Thickness [In] | 2 |
| Disc Thickness [Mm] | 50.8 |
| Is It A Set? | No |
| Max. Speed [Rpm] | 6000 |
| Product Diameter [In] | 6 |
| Product Diameter [Mm] | 152.4 |
| Rpm | 6000 |
| Applications | Cast iron, bronze, brass, steel castings |
| Includes | (1) Zirconia Wheel |
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Type 11 cup wheel intended for metal grinding. The wheel uses a zirconia abrasive (ZA16Q) on a metal backing and the Type 11 shape to provide broad surface coverage. It is designed for surface grinding of ferrous metals and castings. The manufacturer states the abrasive offers extended life compared with high-performance wheels.
Project Ideas
Business
Mobile Weld Cleanup & Finishing
Offer on-site weld blending, spatter removal, and surface prep for small fab shops and contractors. The Type 11 cup’s coverage reduces time per part, letting you price competitively per hour or per joint.
Casting Cleanup Service
Partner with local foundries and makers to remove gates, smooth casting flash, and prep ferrous castings. Zirconia abrasives provide long life on tough iron and steel, improving throughput and margins.
Trailer/Frame Rust Prep
Provide rust and scale removal on vehicle frames, trailers, and railings to prep for paint or coatings. Package offerings by square footage with add-ons for primer application and corrosion inhibitors.
Custom Metal Furniture Studio
Design and sell tables, shelves, and brackets featuring signature grind patterns and blended seams. Market the distinctive light-reflective finish as a premium aesthetic; upsell clear coats or powder coat.
Grind Art Workshops
Host paid classes teaching safe grinder use and decorative grind techniques on steel panels. Students leave with finished art pieces; sell tool kits, PPE, and consumables as ancillary revenue.
Creative
Ground-Pattern Wall Art
Create large steel wall panels with geometric or wave grind patterns using the Type 11 cup’s broad face. Layer different grind directions for holographic light play, then clear-coat for an industrial art finish.
Upcycled Tool Sculptures
Clean, de-rust, and surface-grind old wrenches, gears, and chains to highlight edges and textures before welding into sculptures. The zirconia cup wheel speeds through scale and casting flash while leaving an attractive brushed look.
Custom Steel Table Tops
Build coffee or console tables with sheet steel tops. Use the cup wheel to blend welds and add decorative swirls or crosshatch textures, then apply patina and clear coat for a durable, unique finish.
Garden Planters & Edging
Fabricate planters and landscape edging from reclaimed steel. The cup wheel removes rust and mill scale quickly, rounds sharp spots, and blends seams for a refined, modern industrial look.
Brushed Metal Signage
Cut steel letters or plaques and use the cup wheel to create a uniform brushed background with accent grind highlights. Add paint-fill or powder coat around ground features for contrast.