RHYNOFIBRE "A" SILVER ABRASIVE WHEEL

What is RHYNOFIBRE "A" SILVER Abrasive Wheel and why choose it

The Indasa RHYNOFIBRE "A" SILVER abrasive wheel is a fibre grinding disc designed for metal, wood and composite materials. Manufactured with aluminium oxide abrasive on a robust vulcanized fibre backing, it delivers high initial cutting action and rapid stock removal, making it suitable for demanding grinding, heavy-duty sanding and surface preparation tasks.

Its highly resistant backing, strong resin bonding system and wide grit range make this disc a reliable option for professional use in automotive refinishing, composite industries, general manufacturing and the wood and furniture sector.

Main features

• Aluminium oxide mineral grain for efficient grinding and sanding performance.
• Highly resistant backing that is crease and tear resistant, ensuring stability during aggressive work.
• High initial cutting action for rapid stock removal and shorter working times.
• High strength resin bond with minimal grit shedding for consistent results and longer disc life.
• Dry-use fibre disc suitable for machine grinding of metalwork.
• Plain fastening system for use on compatible backing pads and angle grinders.

Technical specifications

• Product type: Grinding disc for metal, wood and composites (coated abrasive).
• Available form: Disc.
• Type of use: Dry.
• Backing: Vulcanized fibre, 0.8 mm.
• Abrasive mineral: Aluminium oxide.
• Bonding: Modified synthetic resins.
• Grit range: P16, P24, P36, P40, P50, P60, P80, P100, P120.
• Substrates: Old paint, metal burrs and welding seams, metal.
• Suited for markets: Automotive refinishing, composite industries, industry and manufacturing, wood and furniture.

Applications and use cases

Typical applications

• Grinding: General-purpose grinding of metals and other compatible substrates.
• Heavy-duty sanding: Aggressive removal of material where high stock removal is required.
• Sanding / preparation: Surface preparation on metal, wood and composites prior to subsequent finishing steps.

Example use environments

• Automotive refinishing: Removing old paint, smoothing welds and preparing panels.
• Composite industries: Grinding and shaping composite parts.
• Industry and manufacturing: Deburring, weld seam treatment and preparation of metal components.
• Wood and furniture: Heavy sanding and preparation of wooden surfaces before finishing.

FAQ

1. What materials can the RHYNOFIBRE "A" SILVER abrasive wheel be used on?

   It is designed for grinding and sanding metal, wood and composite materials, including old paint, metal burrs and welding seams.

2. Is this disc suitable for heavy-duty grinding tasks?

   Yes. It offers high initial cutting action and rapid stock removal, making it suitable for grinding and heavy-duty sanding.

3. Is the disc intended for dry or wet use?

   The RHYNOFIBRE "A" SILVER disc is specified for dry use.

4. How is the disc fastened to the machine?

   It uses a plain fastening system for use with appropriate backing pads on compatible grinding machines.

5. What backing does the disc have?

   It features a 0.8 mm vulcanized fibre backing that is crease and tear resistant.

6. Which industries commonly use this abrasive wheel?

   It is suited for automotive refinishing, composite industries, industry and manufacturing, and the wood and furniture sector.

7. Does the disc shed grit easily during use?

   No. The high strength resin bond is designed for minimal grit shedding.

8. What grit sizes are available?

   Available grits are P16, P24, P36, P40, P50, P60, P80, P100 and P120.

9. Is the product classified as hazardous?

   No. Coated abrasives of this type are articles and are not classified as dangerous substances or mixtures according to applicable regulations.

10. How should used discs be disposed of?

    Follow national and regional regulations. Disposal as non-hazardous or hazardous waste depends on whether hazardous materials have been added during use.

Section 14 – Transport information

The product is not covered by international regulation on the transport of dangerous goods.

Section 8 – Individual protection measures

Before grinding it is recommended to perform a risk assessment and to use personal protection equipment accordingly. Depending on the specific application and on the material being ground, the following individual protection measures are indicated:

• Respiratory protection: Use suitable respiratory protective equipment.
• Hand protection: Wear protective gloves.
• Eye protection: Wear protective goggles or a face shield.
• Hearing protection: Use appropriate hearing protection.
• Body protection: Use protective clothing.