RC Construction for Composites and Softer Metals
Loading applications such as removing paint and corrosion require a product that breaks down easily to maintain a fresh cut. That’s why our Standard Abrasivesâ„¢ Quick Change Surface Conditioning RC Disc contains less resin than other surface conditioning products it breaks down under medium pressure to produce a consistent cut-rate. Compared with our GP surface conditioning products, RC material offers a faster cut and increased durability for edgework. It is a great choice for general use, delivering a solid mix of durability, flexibility, and cut rate. Use this versatile disc for deburring, blending, cleaning and finishing on ferrous metals, as well as composites and softer metals.
Featuring a more compact structure of non-woven fibers than Buff & Blend products, RC material (formerly BriteRiteâ„¢) is constructed with a woven fabric (scrim) embedded in the nylon structure to provide additional strength and durability. This helps extend the life of the disc and allows for prolonged use on ferrous metals where final finishing is important.
Recommended Applications
Choose our Quick Change Surface Conditioning FE Disc for use on ferrous metals, softer metals such as aluminum, and composites for:
- Deburring: removing large and micro burrs, edge radiusing, removing die cast flashings
- Blending: removing mill marks, tool marks and mismatches, reducing uneven edges between adjoining surfaces, reorienting surface scratch patterns, creating a smooth transition from one surface profile to another
- Cleaning: removing coatings, gaskets and surface discolorations from welds or other surfaces
- Finishing: conditioning grind lines, reducing surface roughness, polishing welds prior to inspection, applying cosmetic grain finish
The Outstanding Performance of Surface Conditioning Material
Surface conditioning products have a non-woven construction in which fiber strands, resin, and abrasive mineral form a thick, open web or mesh. The spring-like nature of the fibers responds to contours and effectively removes unwanted burrs, soils and contaminants while maintaining the geometry of the workpiece, which in turn reduces rework and boosts productivity. Gaps in the web allow heat and swarf to escape, prolonging the performance of the abrasive. Fibers in the web continually break down with use to reveal fresh mineral for exceptional consistency, outstanding cut performance and extremely long service life.
Aluminum Oxide for Ferrous Metals and Composites
The fibers that make up this disc are overlaid with aluminum oxide abrasive. Aluminum oxide belts are a good match for operators who desire an all-purpose versatility and economy. The mineral cuts fast while blending and deburring and is a good choice for applications on ferrous metals and composites. RC discs feature a premium grain with higher fracture strength, meaning the mineral will fragment and renew more readily. They are available in grades of very fine, medium, coarse and extra coarse.
Quick Change Discs Boost Productivity
Quick change discs allow tool-free swap outs, maintain secure attachment at high speeds, and save operators time when switching discs between grades or applications. Easy fastening and swapping of discs enhances tool efficiency and worker productivity. The TP system features a snap-on/snap-off nylon fastening hub. TR discs have a nylon threaded male hub that easily threads onto TR or 3Mâ„¢ Rolocâ„¢ type holder pads with a turn of the wrist, and the TS system has a metal hub that fastens to its holder pad with a simple twist.
Standard Abrasives™ Quick Change FE Discs are available with TP, TR and TS attachments in disc diameters up to 4. Discs with 4-1/2 to diameters have a TS 5/8-11 threaded hub that easily mounts to a TS 5/8-11 holder pad. We recommend using our discs together with a Standard Abrasives™ Quick Change Holder Pad to ensure optimal disc performance and to ensure that pressure is applied evenly all the way to the edge of the disc.
Quality Standard Abrasivesâ„¢ Solutions for Industrial Applications
The Standard Abrasives brand has supplied quality abrasives to the metalworking industry for over 50 years. Customers rely on our broad offering of high performance products including coated, bonded, and non-woven abrasive lines.

3M 11414, Roloc Disc 361F, P120 XF-weight, TR, 1 in, Die R100N, 7000045104
3M 63738, Contractor Grade Multi-Use Duct Tape 2979, Silver, 1.88 in x 60 yd, 7010335692
3M 22397, Roloc Disc 361F, 60 YF-weight, TR, 1-1/2 in x NH, 7000045097
3M 03027, Scotch General Purpose Cloth Duct Tape 393, Silver, 48 mm x 54.8 m, 12 mil, 7000048964
3M 06970, Scotch Polyethylene Coated Cloth Tape 390, Olive, 48 mm x 54.8 m, 11.7 mil, 7000048963
Dynabrade 91427 1/4" W x 12" L 120 Grit A/O DynaCut Belt, 50/pack
3M 98534, Premium Matte Cloth (Gaffers) Tape GT3, Black, 72 mm x 50 m, 11 mil, 7010291525
3M 50013, Venture Tape Cloth Duct Tape 1500, Silver, 72 mm x 55 m (2.83 in x 60.1 yd), 7010337384
3M 24049, Wetordry Cloth Disc 281W, P1000 YF-weight, 8 in x NH, Die 800JM, 7000045052
Norton 66261014897 2" x 1/4" Bear-Tex NEX Rapid Blend AO Medium Grit TR (Type III) Non-Woven Wheel, 60 Each
3M 77558, Cubitron II Hookit Cloth Disc 947A, 77558, 40+ to 120+, 6 in x NH, Die 600Z, 7100232737
Dynabrade 78424 4-1/2" Dia. x 3/8" Medium DynaBrite Surface Conditioning Disc, 25/pack
3M 85653, Thermosetable Glass Cloth Tape 3650, White, 5 in x 60 yd, 8.3 mil, 7010334203
3M 64070, Contractor Grade Pro Strength Duct Tape 3979, Silver, 1.88 in x 60 yd, 7010375912
3M 11419, Roloc Disc 361F, P240 XF-weight, TR, 2 in, Die R200P, 7000045105
3M 22408, Roloc Disc 361F, P100 YF-weight, TR, 1-1/2 in, Die R150S, 7000045101
Norton 66261127733 - 2" X 50 Yard 60 Grit Metaliteâ„¢ Aluminum Oxide Cloth Roll, 1 Each
3M 19770, Utility Cloth Sheet 314D, 9 in x 11 in P120 J-weight, 7000000358
Norton 66261013403 - 3" X 1/2" Extra Coarse Grade Silicon Carbide Bear-Tex Rapid Strip TR Stripping Disc, 10 Each
Insize 3108-1F, DIGITAL OUTSIDE MICROMETER, IP65, 0-1"/0-25mm, ratchet friction thimble, 6928640355493
Dynabrade 78580 1/4" Dia. x 1" W x 1/8" Center Hole, 80 Grit, 100/pack
Dynabrade 79202 1/2" W x 12" L Belt Assortment Pak
3M 01328, PSA Cloth Disc 348D, P180 X-weight, 3 in x NH, Die 300V, 7000045068
3M 01326, PSA Cloth Disc 348D, P240 X-weight, 3 in x NH, Die 300V, 7000045069 
