Loose discs require a supported mounting system.
Use six to eight matching discs with the compatible flange and adapter.
Dedeco eight-lap assemblies already include a reusable flange and telescopic shaft adapter.
3M Scotch-Brite Radial Bristle Discs
6″ (150mm) 3M Scotch-Brite Type C Radial Bristle Discs (Habras) – Loose Discs
£7.72 incl VAT
Dedeco Sunburst Radial Discs
6″ (150mm) Dedeco Sunburst TA Radial Discs – Loose Discs & 8-Lap Wheel Assemblies
Price range: £12.00 through £106.86 incl VAT
Price range: £12.00 through £106.86 incl VAT
Choosing a 6" Radial Bristle Disc or Wheel
The products on this page share a nominal 6" (approximately 150mm) diameter, but differ in bristle profile, grade availability, supply format and price. Selecting by the required cutting action is more useful than choosing by brand or colour alone.
TA/Type A or TC/Type C Bristles?
TA or Type A: Firmer and More Aggressive
Dedeco Sunburst TA discs have firm, angled and single-directional bristles. They provide a stronger cutting action for heavier cleaning, deburring, stock reduction and surface preparation.
The 6" Dedeco Sunburst TA range is available in coarse 36, 50 and 80 grit grades, as individual loose discs or complete eight-lap assemblies.
TC or Type C: Curved and More Conformable
TC bristles are thinner and curved, allowing them to follow contours and irregular surfaces more readily. They are suited to controlled cleaning, blending, refining and progressive finishing where greater conformity is beneficial.
Dedeco uses the term TC, while 3M describes the equivalent curved profile as Type C. The terminology differs, but it identifies the same general bristle form.
Dedeco Sunburst TC
Offers the broadest selection, including grit and micron grades, with loose-disc and eight-lap assembly options.
3M Scotch-Brite Type C
Provides the established branded alternative in loose-disc format from 36 to 400 grit. These discs have also historically been known as Habras discs by Moleroda and its customers.
Economy 150mm radial discs
Provides a lower-cost, unbranded curved-bristle option where the available grade meets the application requirements. This is a limited-stock range.
Loose Discs or an 8-Lap Wheel Assembly?
Loose Discs
Loose discs provide the greatest flexibility for replacing worn leaves or configuring a working wheel using an existing mounting system. Use six to eight matching discs from the same product and grade, supported on both sides by the compatible flange.
Loose discs do not include the flange or machine adapter. The 3M and economy ranges are supplied exclusively in this format.
Dedeco 8-Lap Assemblies
The Dedeco TA and TC ranges can also be supplied as complete wheels containing eight matching discs. Each assembly is approximately 1/2" wide and includes a reusable flange with a telescopic adapter for compatible 1/2", 5/8", 3/4", 7/8" and 1" parallel shafts.
An assembly is generally the more convenient starting point when a complete production wheel and mounting components are required. Once the discs are worn, the reusable flange can be fitted with six to eight compatible replacement discs.
A separate tapered-spindle adapter is available when an existing flanged assembly needs to be mounted on a suitable polishing pigtail or taper.
Mandrels for Radial Discs
Large Radial Disc Flange & Adapter Mounting System – For 6″ (150mm) Loose Discs
Price range: £10.98 through £31.18 incl VAT
Selecting an Abrasive Grade
Start with the finest grade capable of removing the defect efficiently. A coarser grade cuts more quickly but leaves a more pronounced finish that may require further refining.
- 36, 50 and 80 grit: Aggressive cleaning, deburring, corrosion removal and surface preparation. Available across the principal 3M and Dedeco ranges.
- 120, 220 and 400 grit: Controlled cleaning, blending and progressive surface refinement. Available in the Dedeco TC and 3M Type C ranges.
- 6 and 1 micron: Very fine refining and finishing stages available within the Dedeco TC range.
- Economy range: Available only in the grade or grades shown on its product page and while stocks remain.
Do not select by colour alone. Grade naming, abrasive construction and performance can vary between manufacturers. Confirm the stated grade and intended application on the individual product page.
Mounting and Machine Compatibility
Large loose discs must be clamped into a supported working wheel before use. Do not operate an individual unsupported disc. Use six to eight matching leaves with the correct flange and an adapter suited to the machine shaft.
These large-format products are intended primarily for compatible bench motors, polishing lathes and suitably guarded low-speed machinery. Check the selected product, mounting components, shaft size and machine speed before use. Never exceed the lowest maximum-speed rating of any component in the assembled system.
When a Smaller Radial Disc is More Suitable
A 6" wheel is most effective where its broad working face and production capacity can be used safely. Smaller components, confined areas and detailed work may be better served by a smaller disc:
Small Radial Discs
for micromotors, rotary tools and detailed work
Medium Radial Discs
for drills, die grinders and compatible handheld machines
All Radial Bristle Discs and Wheels
by size, manufacturer and mounting format
Need Help Choosing?
If you are unsure which bristle profile, grade or mounting arrangement is suitable, contact Moleroda with details of the material, existing finish, defect to be removed, machine type, shaft size and required result.