The Forney 71878 is an aluminum oxide metal grinding wheel designed for use with right-angle grinders. This Type 27 wheel excels at cutting, grinding, and finishing ferrous metals and steel, making it ideal for metalworking, fabrication, body work, and general repair projects. Whether you’re a professional tradesperson or a DIY enthusiast, this grinding wheel delivers the performance needed for precision work.
At 5 inches in diameter with a 1/4-inch thickness and a 7/8-inch arbor size, this wheel ensures compatibility with standard right-angle grinders for a secure fit. The 24-grit aluminum oxide abrasive removes material quickly and efficiently, making it well-suited for rapid stock removal and cutting through metal.
Features and Benefits
- Aluminum Oxide Abrasive: Durable and effective for grinding and cutting ferrous metals and steel.
- 5-Inch Diameter: Ideal size for versatile use on a wide range of metalworking tasks.
- 24 Grit (Coarse): Provides fast material removal on ferrous metals.
- 7/8-Inch Arbor: Compatible with standard right-angle grinders, ensuring a secure and stable fit.
- Type 27 Design: Engineered for use with right-angle grinders.
- Multiple Applications: Perfect for cutting, grinding, fabrication, metal abrasion, body work, and general repair on ferrous materials.
Specifications
- Brand: Forney
- Model: 71878
- Diameter: 5 inches
- Thickness: 1/4 inch
- Arbor Size: 7/8 inch
- Grit: 24
- Abrasive Material: Aluminum Oxide
- Type: Type 27 Metal Grinding Wheel
- Intended Use: Right-angle grinders; ferrous metals and steel
