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3M General Purpose Cut-Off Wheel 01988 — 3 in × 1/16 in
3M General Purpose Cut-Off Wheel 01988 — 3 in × 1/16 in
SKU:01988
3M · PBE product guide
3M General Purpose Cut-Off Wheel 01988 — 3 in × 1/16 in
A reinforced Type 1 cut-off wheel for perpendicular cuts through automotive sheet metal, exhaust components, clamps, tubing, frame material, and rusted fasteners. Compared with the thinner 01987 wheel, this 1/16-inch version gives the buyer a thicker wheel for compatible guarded cut-off tools.
THE ESSENTIALS
At a glance
- Diameter
- 3 in76.2 mm
- Thickness
- 1/16 in1.5875 mm
- Center hole
- 3/8 in9.53 mm
- Abrasive
- Aluminum oxide
- Wheel type
- Type 1 cut-off wheel
- Sold by PBE Direct
- 1 wheelOrder quantity 1 = one wheelManufacturer case pack: 50 wheels
WHY IT WORKS
Why this product
Fast-Cutting Aluminum Oxide
Tough aluminum-oxide grain is selected for fast cutting across common automotive metals.
Thicker 1/16-Inch Profile
The 1/16-inch wheel is the thicker companion to 01987 and should be selected when that exact profile is required.
Quick Wheel Changes
The hub-and-retainer-nut attachment supports straightforward replacement on the correct tool setup.
CHOOSE WITH CONFIDENCE
Is 1/16 inch the right thickness?
- Choose 01988 when the job and tool call for a 3-inch wheel with a 1/16-inch thickness.
- Choose the thinner 01987 only when its 0.040-inch official specification is appropriate for the cut and tool.
- Do not choose between the wheels by appearance alone; confirm diameter, thickness, center hole, flanges, guard, and speed rating.
WHAT YOU'LL RECEIVE
Options and package details
| 3M MPN | Wheel | Center hole | Sold by PBE Direct | UPC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01988 | 3 in × 1/16 in76.2 × 1.5875 mm | 3/8 in9.53 mm | 1 wheelManufacturer case: 50 | 051131019881 |
COMPATIBILITY
Will this fit my cut-off tool?
- Use only on a cut-off tool designed for a 3-inch Type 1 wheel.
- Confirm the 3/8-inch center hole, hub, retainer nut, ANSI-approved Type 1 flanges, and correctly sized guard.
- The wheel rating must meet or exceed the tool's maximum operating speed.
- This wheel cuts with its outer edge; it is not a sanding disc for surface finishing.
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Common questions
How is it packaged?
Sold individually. Order quantity 1 adds one wheel. Manufacturer case pack: 50 wheels.
How does this differ from 01987?
01988 is specified at 1/16 inch (0.0625 inch) thick. The current official specification for 01987 is 0.040 inch thick.
Why does one source description mention 1/32 inch?
The current 01988 specification and product title identify 1/16 inch, while a manufacturer description paragraph contains conflicting 1/32-inch wording. This page follows the exact current specification and flags the conflict internally.
What materials can it cut?
3M lists metals including carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, cast iron, copper, nickel, chromium, titanium, and zinc.
SOURCE MATERIAL
Manufacturer resources
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Product features
Product features
Technical details
General
- Part number
- 01988
- Brand
- 3M
- Product type
- Abrasives
3M General Purpose Cut-Off Wheel 01988 — 3 in × 1/16 in
$2.99