Overview
The Tuff-Grit 18487 is a professional-grade 5″ fiber disc designed for aggressive stock removal and weld grinding on metal surfaces. Built with aluminum oxide abrasive and a heavy-duty vulcanized fiber backing, this 36-grit disc delivers fast cutting action and extended service life. Suitable for metalworking shops, fabrication facilities, and maintenance operations requiring reliable, consistent performance.
Key Features
- 5″ diameter size with 7/8″ arbor hole for standard angle grinder mounting
- 36 grit aluminum oxide abrasive for fast material removal
- Heavy-duty vulcanized fiber backing resists heat and deformation
- Maximum operating speed of 8,500 RPM
- Suitable for ferrous and non-ferrous metal applications
- Box of 8 discs for production runs and inventory stocking
Technical Specifications
- Diameter: 5 inches (127 mm)
- Grit Grade: 36
- Abrasive Material: Aluminum Oxide (A/O)
- Arbor Hole: 7/8 inch (22.23 mm)
- Backing: Vulcanized Fiber
- Maximum RPM: 8,500
- Quantity per Box: 8 discs
- Applications: Grinding, weld removal, stock removal, deburring
Typical Applications
The Tuff-Grit 18487 fiber disc excels in heavy-duty metalworking environments:
- Weld bead removal and blending on steel fabrications
- Fast stock removal on ferrous metals
- Surface preparation and deburring
- General-purpose grinding on stainless steel and cast iron
- Fabrication shop and maintenance department operations
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Standard angle grinders with 5″ disc capacity (7/8″ arbor)
- Bench grinders equipped with 5″ wheel flanges
- All ferrous and non-ferrous metal surfaces
- Manual and powered grinding applications
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
The Tuff-Grit 18487 is a direct replacement for other 5″ 36-grit A/O fiber discs with 7/8″ arbor hole specifications in standard metalworking operations. Verify part compatibility with your existing equipment before ordering.
Works With
- Standard 5/8″-11 and 7/8″ arbor mounting systems
- OSHA-compliant angle grinders and bench grinders
- Dust collection systems for industrial safety compliance
