72401 Bench Grinding Wheel, 6 X 3/4 In., 36 Grit, 1/2-1 In. Arbor

The Forney 72401 is a 6-inch bench grinding wheel designed for stationary bench grinders used in metalworking shops, tool sharpening stations, and general maintenance work. This medium-grit wheel excels at general grinding and sharpening tasks on mild steel, making it ideal for professionals and DIY enthusiasts who need to maintain edges, smooth surfaces, or prepare metal stock. The 36-grit aluminum oxide abrasive provides a balance between fast material removal and acceptable finish quality, suitable for routine tool maintenance and light fabrication work.

This wheel solves the common problem of finding the right grinding tool that fits your existing bench grinder. The adjustable arbor design accommodates shafts from 1/2 inch to 1 inch, ensuring compatibility with most standard stationary grinders. The 3/4-inch thickness provides a solid platform for edge work and finishing tasks on mild steel materials.

Features and Benefits

• Adjustable Arbor: The 1/2-inch to 1-inch arbor accommodates most bench grinder shaft sizes for straightforward fitment on standard models.
• 36-Grit Medium Abrasive: Aluminum oxide abrasive at 36 grit balances cutting speed with surface finish quality, ideal for general-purpose grinding and tool sharpening.
• Solid Dimensions: The 6-inch diameter and 3/4-inch thickness provide a substantial work surface for edge work and finishing tasks.
• Mild Steel Applications: Designed specifically for grinding and sharpening on mild steel materials; not suitable for carbide applications.

Specifications

• Brand: Forney
• Model: 72401
• Diameter: 6 inches
• Thickness: 3/4 inch
• Grit: 36 (medium)
• Arbor Size: Adjustable 1/2 inch to 1 inch
• Abrasive Material: Aluminum oxide
• Bond Type: Vitrified
• Applications: General grinding and sharpening on mild steel; not for carbide