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Conical Flap Wheels

Conical Flap Wheels

Product Overview

Flap Wheels for Angles, Corners and Profile Sanding with Better Reach and Control

Conical flap wheels feature radial abrasive flaps built on a tapered body. This geometry delivers:

  • Improved accessibility: the narrow end reaches into corners and profile edges;
  • Controllable contact: contact area changes with penetration depth, enabling better control of stock removal and scratch uniformity.

They are widely used where corner finishing and appearance consistency matter.

Product Description

Product Positioning

Purpose-Built Wheels for Corners, Angles and Profiles

Conical flap wheels are positioned as profile- and corner-oriented finishing wheels. Compared to cylindrical flap wheels, they provide better reach into inner corners, angled surfaces, and profile edges with more controllable pressure distribution.
They are ideal for weld blending, profile dressing, edge brushing, and texture unification on contoured surfaces—especially where corner finishing is critical.

 

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Technical Specifications

Configurable by Taper Geometry, Bore and Abrasive System

Item

Specification
Product Type

Conical flap wheels

Abrasives

AO / Zirconia / Ceramic options
Construction

Radial flap construction (Tapered)

Outer Diameter

1.25″–12″ (30–300 mm)(Extendable)
Width

3/8″–8″ (10–200 mm)(Extendable)

Arbor Hole

1/4″–2″ (Customizable)
Grit Range

P60 – P240 (Extendable)

Max RPM

Marked per size & Standard

 

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Processing Logic

Variable Contact Area Stabilizes Corner/Angle Finishing

Corner finishing often suffers from unstable contact, causing gouging, deep scratches, or over-cutting. Conical wheels stabilize the process via geometry:

  • Light pressure engages a small area near the tip for refinement and scratch unification;
  • Higher pressure widens the contact band for higher throughput while maintaining smooth blending;
  • Ideal for continuous movement along profiles to achieve consistent brushed direction and transitions.

 

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Backing Structure & Performance Limits

Best for Corners/Profiles, Not for Large-Area Leveling
  • Strengths: excellent corner access, controlled angle finishing, easier scratch unification
  • Limits: not for large flat leveling or heavy stock removal; use cylindrical wheels/belts/heavy-duty flap discs for productivity

The tip area can experience higher local pressure—excess force or dwelling increases heat and uneven wear risk

 

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Machine Compatibility & Operating Conditions

Bore-Mounted Wheels for Finishing Machines and Profile Stations
  • Machines: finishing machines, sanders/polishers, dedicated arbors (bore-mounted)
  • Recommended conditions: medium to low pressure, stable surface speed, continuous movement along profiles
  • Must match: bore to arbor, wheel width/taper, and RPM rating (never overspeed)

 

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Engineering Comparison

Conical vs Cylindrical: Reach and Contact Control

Comparison

Conical Flap Wheels Cylindrical Flap Wheels
Corner/profile access ★★★★★

★★★

Angled surface control

★★★★★ ★★★★
Large flat efficiency ★★★

★★★★★

Scratch consistency

Excellent Excellent
Forgiveness Medium–High

High

Typical use

corners/profiles

flats/OD continuous finishing

 

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Typical Applications & Industries

Profile Finishing for Metal Fabrication and Cosmetic Parts
  • Corner brushing and blending for stainless rails, profiles, and decorative parts
  • Corner weld blending, deburring, and chamfering
  • Profile finishing for aluminum extrusions, hole/edge dressing
  • Continuous processing of inner corners, grooves, and complex contours for hardware parts

 

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Grit Range & Recommended Use

Grit Strategy for Corner Finishing and Blending
Typical recommendation
  • P60–P80: corner weld blending and profile dressing (balanced)
  • P100–P120: general corner brushing and scratch unification (most common)
  • P150–P240: cosmetic refinement and rework repair on corners/profiles

 

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OEM & ODM Capability

Profile-Oriented Wheel Engineering

OEM/ODM supported: taper geometry (angle/tip size), OD/width/bore standards, flap density & hardness, abrasive system, core material and balance grade, and private label/packaging—engineered for profile and corner finishing requirements.

 

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Why Choose Us

Corner Consistency Requires Geometry, Balance and Layup Control

Consistent corner results require three controls: taper geometry consistency, dynamic balance, and stable flap layup/bonding. Geometry and balance drive vibration and scratch direction; layup and bonding define the wear curve. We engineer for batch stability to make profile finishing repeatable.

 

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Usage & Storage Recommendations

Avoid Tip Overheating—Use Controlled Pressure and Movement
  • Never overspeed; follow rated RPM and ensure secure mounting with guarding
  • For corners, use medium to low pressure with continuous movement to prevent tip overheating and uneven wear
  • For cosmetic parts, step through grits to reduce deep scratches and rework
  • Store dry and shaded; avoid moisture and compression; reseal after opening

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Conical Flap Wheels

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