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Precision-Shaped Grain: A 3M Innovation

For those who want to boost productivity in their operations, there’s 3M Precision-Shaped Grain. This groundbreaking ceramic abrasive technology cuts faster and lasts longer than traditional abrasives — and it powers a wide range of 3M abrasive products. Available in fibre discs, flap discs, bonded wheels, belts and sanding discs, no one matches the breadth of the 3M Precision-Shaped Grain product offering. From coarse grade grinding through ultra-fine grade sanding, there’s a family of 3M products to bring your shop to the next level.


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    Cuts fast and lasts long.
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    Stays cool when cutting.
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    Saves time and money.

The speed is in the science.

For almost a century there was only one option in abrasive technology: crushed abrasive grains that plow through metal, heat up, turn dull and stop cutting. 3M engineers knew there was a better way. That’s why they invented 3M Precision-Shaped Grain — a triangular ceramic grain that slices through the substrate and continually fractures into new sharp cutting edges.

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Ready to Power Your Shop

3M Precision-Shaped Grain technology powers a wide range of fibre discs, flap discs, bonded wheels, sanding discs and belts.

Engineered for Precision

Uniformly shaped triangular ceramic grains deliver speed, life and consistency throughout the life of the product.

Fractures to Keep Cutting

3M Precision-Shaped Grain continuously fractures to form new sharp cutting edges.

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Engrained in the 3M Abrasives Solution

Fast-cutting, long-lasting 3M Precision-Shaped Grain can be found throughout the 3M product family.

Featured Product Families

Take advantage of 3M Precision-Shaped Grain across our extensive product range. Great for applications ranging from heavy grinding to fine-grade sanding, 3M Precision-Shaped Grain is available in the grit you need.

  • Available in a full range of grits from 36 to 120, with Premium and Advanced Series options to fit your budget needs.

  • Type 27 and type 29 flap discs with 3M Precision-Shaped Grain for metal grinding, deburring and more.

  • Product life and speed combine with bonded wheels made with 3M Precision-Shaped Grain.

  • Cut through metal quicker with a Premium or Advanced Series 3M Cut-Off Wheel.

  • Sanding is more efficient than ever with discs ranging from 80+ to 400+.

  • Abrasive belts with 3M Precision-Shaped Grain come in a range of sizes and grits to match your tool and application.


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Contact a 3M abrasives expert to see how 3M Precision-Shaped Grain can improve your process.

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