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3M™ Cubitron™ 3 Flap Disc 1169F, 40+, T27-Flat Quick Change Plastic, 5 in x 5/8 in-11, 10 ea/Case
$6.93 / Each
| SKU | 7100412607 |
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| Legacy SKU | 60440624678 |
| UPC | 00068060132536 |
| Product Number | 1169F |
3M Cubitron 3 Flap Disc 1169F is one of our highest-performance abrasive disc built for versatility and value. Powered by 3M Precision-Shaped Grain re-engineered now with curved sides, it lasts longer and cuts faster than any other shape grain, conventional aluminum oxide, or alumina zirconia flap discs at the same time that it's easy -to-operate, offering the long life required in everyday use. This unbeatable combination of performance and value can increase productivity while also lowering your abrasive spend.
- Delivers long-lasting premium performance and versatility which will boost your productivity
- Contains our new 3M Precision-Shaped Grain, now re-engineered with curved sides, which cuts faster and lasts longer than conventional abrasive grain
- Proven to outperform traditional alumina zirconia flap discs
- Individual flaps break down, exposing fresh mineral to deliver consistent cut rate for the life of the disc
- Ideal for use on carbon steel, stainless steel and other heat-sensitive alloys
- Covers a wide range of applications from weld grinding and beveling to surface prep, deburring, blending, finishing, weld spatter removal and work on edges and contours
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| Weight | 3.473 lb |
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| Length | 6.4 in |
| Width | 5.8 in |
| Height | 6.2 in |
| Color | Purple |
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PRODUCT FAQ
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What grit level is this flap disc, and what type of work is it best suited for?
This is a 40+ grit flap disc, which makes it ideal for aggressive material removal and grinding on steel, stainless steel, and other metals. It's perfect for weld grinding, edge blending, and surface preparation work where you need fast stock removal.
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How does the T27 quick change system work, and why is it convenient?
The T27 quick change system allows you to swap out the flap disc in seconds without tools—just twist and lock it onto your angle grinder. This saves you time between jobs and reduces downtime, so you can work more efficiently throughout your day.
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What's included in this package, and what does the "5 in x 5/8 in-11" specification mean?
You're getting 10 flap discs per case. The 5-inch diameter is the size of the disc itself, and the 5/8 in-11 refers to the arbor hole size and thread type that fits your angle grinder. This ensures perfect compatibility with most standard grinders.
The 3M Cubitron 3 Flap Disc 1169F represents a significant advancement in abrasive disc technology, offering professionals a long-lasting and highly versatile solution for demanding grinding applications. This engineered flap disc combines the traditional benefits inherent to flap disc design—such as superior conformability and user-friendly operation—with innovations that substantially reduce the risk of surface gouging, making it an ideal choice for operators of all skill levels.
Built with 3M's proprietary Precision-Shaped Grain technology, which has been re-engineered with curved side geometries, this flap disc delivers exceptional material removal rates. Comparative testing demonstrates that the 1169F model removes up to 49% more total material than the 3M Cubitron II Flap Disc 969F in the 40+ grit range, and up to 66% more material than the traditional 3M Flap Disc 769F 40+ grit. These performance metrics make it particularly well-suited for medium to high-pressure grinding tasks, including beveling operations, weld grinding, deburring work, and finishing applications on edges and contours.
The innovative curved-side grain design creates a continuous fracturing action that generates sharp cutting edges. This mechanism enables the abrasive particles to cut cleanly through metallic substrates with a slicing motion, rather than using the plowing action characteristic of conventional abrasive products. This fundamental difference in cutting action contributes to the disc's extended lifespan and enables it to maintain consistently high cutting efficiency throughout its operational life.
Recommended Applications- Weld grinding and weld spatter removal
- Light grinding operations
- Beveling and deburring
- Blending and finishing work
- Surface preparation and scale removal
- Edge and contour work
A notable benefit of the 1169F flap disc is its capacity to accomplish both grinding and finishing operations sequentially without requiring an abrasive change. Under typical operating conditions, this disc produces a surface finish approximately one grade finer than a conventional fiber disc of equivalent grit rating. While traditional fiber discs may exhibit faster initial cut rates, the 1169F flap disc's ability to eliminate intermediate steps and reduce disc changeovers results in meaningful time savings and improved operational efficiency.
