High-performance cutting disc for use with petrol-driven and electrical cutting machines. • High cutting speed • Cool cut • Easy cutting Machine suitability: While suitable for freehand use with a petrol cut-off saw, the FT40 cutting disc can also be used with stationary machines. Material suitability: The FT40 has been specially designed for use on concrete products, screed, sand-lime brick, natural stone and marble, as well as titanium. Structure and production: The cutting disc includes premium silicon carbide (SiC) and 2 (400 mm: 3) full-coverage glass cloth layers. The minimum side load for the cutting disc as defined by EN 12413 and oSa is 40 N (50 N from a diameter of 150 mm). The expiry date (three years) is embossed in the disc hole ring. Consistently high quality is ensured by sophisticated in-process controls applied during manufacturing. To ensure a maximum level of safety, every thousandth disc is tested destructively. This disc features a straight shape (shape 41). Cutting discs with a straight shape enable deeper insertion depths and therefore a greater number of cuts. Quality: With the FT40, users get a tool that easily meets the demanding quality requirements in manufacturing and the skilled trades. Applications: The FT40 offers an impressively aggressive cut during use, combined with smooth, vibration-free operation. This cutting disc helps to make work especially cost-effective. This cutting disc is the ideal choice for cutting frost-proof tiles. Dimensions: With a disc width of 3.0 mm and 4.0 mm, this freehand cutting disc is available in the diameters of 300 mm and 350 mm. Industries: A perfect tool for the many applications and challenges faced by building fitters, the disc is also ideal for use in plant, boiler and tank construction, structural steel engineering and pipeline construction.
Stone
Non-ferrous metals
Non-woven cleaning abrasive on 6 mm shank for removing rust and paint. • The open structure prevents clogging • Strong material abrasion through high grain concentration Machine suitability: The SVS MINI non-woven cleaning abrasive on a 6 mm shank is designed for circumferential grinding when mounted on a straight grinder or handheld drill. Material suitability: This product is the ideal choice for removing rust or paint, and has been specially designed for processing stainless steel (SST, Inox), e.g. 1.4031 (X5CrNi18-10 or 304), steel (carbon steel – also termed structural steel, St37, S235JR and 1.0037) and cast steels, as well as aluminium and other non-ferrous metals such as copper, brass and bronze, etc. The product achieves good to very good results when used on any of the materials listed here. The product can also be used to remove GFRP and body filler as well as for working on wood. Structure and production: This product gives users an especially non-aggressive tool while also benefitting from superior cleaning performance during their work. The open design prevents clogging, while the high grit concentration yields excellent results when tackling rust and paint. Quality: The SVS MINI gives users a tool that easily meets the demanding requirements for quality in manufacturing and the skilled trades. Applications: The RHODIUS SVS MINI remains the tool of choice even for cleaning high-strength steels, metal sheets, structural and tool steels. Dimensions: The non-woven cleaning abrasive is available with a diameter of 50 mm. Industries: The RHODIUS SVS MINI non-woven cleaning abrasive is the ideal tool for the many applications and challenges faced in car repair and metalwork shops, in plant, container, boiler and tank construction, structural steel engineering, pipeline construction and installation work – as well as for home improvers and DIYers.
Steel
Non-ferrous metals
Wood
High-performance grinding disc offering superior stock removal, good service life and a good price-performance ratio. • Pleasant grinding behaviour • Long lifetime • High stock removal performance Machine suitability: The RHODIUS RS38 FUSION is a grinding disc (shape 27) for angle grinders in any performance class. Material suitability: The RHODIUS RS38 has been specifically designed for processing stainless steel (SST, Inox), e.g. 1.4031 (X5CrNi18-10 or 304), steel (carbon steel – also termed structural steel, St37, S235JR or 1.0037) and cast steel. The RS38 grinding disc is an excellent choice for chamfering, welding seam preparation, for finishing work on welding seams, as well as for deburring work and rounding off edges. This tool is also suitable for surface grinding work. Structure and production: The disc is manufactured to EN 12413, safety-tested and certified to oSa standards. Every thousandth disc undergoes safety testing at almost double the normal working speed. The product features high-quality abrasive grain (aluminium oxide/corundum) and a matching phenol resin formulation, and is reinforced by three full-coverage glass cloth layers. This grinding disc therefore comfortably exceeds the side load criterion of 290 N required by safety regulations. Quality: The RS38 gives users a tool that easily meets the demanding requirements for quality in manufacturing and the skilled trades. To help make work even more cost-effective, RHODIUS grinding discs from the premium TOP line are recommended. Applications: The RS38 offers users an impressively long lifetime. Thanks to its topcoat of fine grain, this disc keeps chipping to a minimum (this applies only to the variant with a disc width of 7 mm). Dimensions: The RS38 grinding disc has a disc width of 4.0 mm or 7.0 mm, and is available in diameters from 115 mm to 230 mm. Industries: This grinding disc is the preferred choice for tasks in metalwork shops, in steelwork, and in tank, plant and pipeline construction. Notice: The RHODIUS grinding discs for stainless steel are iron- and sulphur-free. However, to avoid rusting you should never change from normal steel back to stainless steel with the same abrasive disc.
Stainless steel
Steel
Versatile rough grinding disc. Thanks to the high stock removal performance the RS2 grinds efficiently and with good service life. • Especially good for working on hard materials • High stock removal performance • Long lifetime Machine suitability: The RHODIUS RS2 FUSION is a grinding disc (shape 27) for angle grinders in any performance class. Material suitability: The RHODIUS RS2 has been specifically designed for processing steel (carbon steel – also termed structural steel, St37, S235JR or 1.0037) and cast steel. The RS2 grinding disc is an excellent choice for chamfering, welding seam preparation, for finishing work on welding seams, as well as for deburring work and rounding off edges. This tool is also suitable for surface grinding work. Structure and production: The disc is manufactured to EN 12413, safety-tested and certified to oSa standards. Every thousandth disc undergoes safety testing at almost double the normal working speed. The product features high-quality abrasive grain (aluminium oxide/corundum) and a matching phenol resin formulation, and is reinforced by three full-coverage glass cloth layers. This grinding disc therefore comfortably exceeds the side load criterion of 290 N required by safety regulations. Quality: The RS2 gives users a tool that easily meets the demanding requirements for quality in manufacturing and the skilled trades. To help make work even more cost-effective, RHODIUS grinding discs from the premium TOP line are recommended. Applications: The RS2 offers users an impressively long lifetime. Thanks to its topcoat of fine grain, this disc keeps chipping to a minimum (this applies only to the variants with disc widths of 6 to 10 mm). Dimensions: The RS2 grinding disc has a disc width of 4.0 mm to 10.0 mm, and is available in diameters from 76 mm to 230 mm. Industries: This grinding disc is the preferred choice for tasks in metalwork shops, in steelwork and shipyards, and in tank, plant and pipeline construction.
Steel
Grinding disc with extra fabric flange for use on high-frequency or compressed-air angle grinders, offering superior stock removal, good service life. • Especially safe through additional fabric • High stock removal performance • Good lifetime Machine suitability: The RHODIUS RS22 is a grinding disc (shape 27) for angle grinders in any performance class, including high-frequency (HF) machines and air grinders. Material suitability: The RHODIUS RS22 has been specifically designed for processing steel (carbon steel – also termed structural steel, St37, S235JR or 1.0037) and cast steel. The RS22 grinding disc is an excellent choice for chamfering, welding seam preparation, for finishing work on welding seams, for fettling or smoothing cast parts, as well as for deburring work and rounding off edges. This tool is also suitable for surface grinding work. Structure and production: The disc is manufactured to EN 12413, safety-tested and certified to oSa standards. Every thousandth disc undergoes safety testing at almost double the normal working speed. The product features a high-quality ceramic grain and a matching phenol resin formulation, and is reinforced by three full-coverage glass cloth layers plus an extra, smaller flange cloth. This grinding disc therefore comfortably exceeds the side load criterion of 290 N required by safety regulations. Quality: The RS22 gives users a tool that easily meets the demanding requirements for quality in manufacturing and the skilled trades. To help make work even more cost-effective, RHODIUS grinding discs from the premium TOP line are recommended. Applications: The RS22 offers users an impressively long lifetime. As a result of its topcoat of fine grain, this disc keeps chipping to a minimum. Dimensions: The RS22 grinding disc has a disc width of 8.0 mm, and is available in diameters from 180 mm to 230 mm. Industries: This grinding disc is the preferred choice for tasks in steelwork and in pipeline construction.
Steel
Cast iron
Grinding wheel for use in end grinding on compressed-air grinders and electrically-powered straight grinders. Use with ASB XT. • High stock removal performance • Long lifetime • Few sparks Machine suitability: The RHODIUS SR15 is a grinding wheel (shape 1) for use on straight grinders, on flexible shaft drive machines or on air grinders with an ASB XT mandrel. Material suitability: The tool has been specifically designed for processing steel (carbon steel – also termed structural steel, St37, S235JR or 1.0037) and cast steel. This grinding wheel is an excellent choice for chamfering, for finishing work on welding seams, for fettling cast parts, and for deburring work and rounding off edges. Structure and production: The grinding wheel is manufactured to EN 12413, safety-tested and certified to oSa standards. The product features high-quality abrasive grain (aluminium oxide/corundum) and a matching phenol resin formulation, and is reinforced by three full-coverage glass cloth layers. This grinding wheel therefore comfortably exceeds the side load criterion of 290 N required by safety legislation. Quality: The SR15 grinding wheel gives users a tool that easily meets the demanding requirements for quality in manufacturing and the skilled trades. Applications: The SR15 offers impressively high stock removal performance with a long lifetime. Sparking is also very low with this tool. Dimensions: The SR15 grinding wheel is available with a diameter of 50 mm. Industries: This grinding wheel is the preferred choice for tasks in metalwork shops, in steelwork and shipyards, in tank, plant and pipeline construction, and also for installation work.
Steel
Continuous-feed belt with standard aluminium oxide for stationary belt grinders. • Aluminium oxide closed coating for high material abrasion on steel • Tear-resistant Y-polyester fabric, waterproof for long lifetime • Safe through three full-face fabric layers Machine suitability: The RHODIUS ESB KX abrasive belt is a continuous-feed belt designed for use on a stationary belt grinder. Material suitability: This product has been designed especially for processing steel (carbon steel – also termed structural steel, St37, S235JR or 1.0037) and cast steel. Users will achieve very good results on these materials. Structure and production: The backing type used here is a heavy, waterproof Y-weight polyester cloth. The belt is coated with aluminium oxide. The grain features an exceptionally closed coating. Extra safety is provided by the 3 full-coverage cloth layers. Quality: The ESB KX gives users a tool that easily meets the demanding requirements for quality in manufacturing and the skilled trades. To help make work even more cost-effective, RHODIUS abrasive belts from the premium TOP line are recommended. Applications: The high-quality long belts from RHODIUS are especially well-suited to edge grinding. These products are the tool of choice for processing tasks involving rustproof or acid-proofed steels, high-strength or high-alloy sheet metal, tool steels or tempered steels. Dimensions: The ESB KX abrasive belt for stationary belt grinders is available in many variants, and in widths from 75 mm to 150 mm as well as in a length of 2000 mm. To ensure an optimum working result and surface finish at all times, the user can select from several grit levels ranging from 40 to 80. Industries: A RHODIUS abrasive belt is the perfect tool for the many applications and challenges faced in machine or metalwork shops, as well as for tasks in plant, container and tank construction, and in pipeline construction.
Steel
Continuous-feed belt for belt grinders. • Aluminium oxide closed coating for high material abrasion on steel and wood • Tear-resistant X-cloth for long lifetime • Safe through three full-face fabric layers Machine suitability: The RHODIUS ESB KK abrasive belt is a flexible continuous-feed belt designed for use with a handheld belt grinder. Material suitability: The product has been designed especially for processing stainless steel (SST, Inox), e.g. 1.4031 (X5CrNi18-10 or 304), steel (carbon steel – also termed structural steel, St37, S235JR or 1.0037) and cast steel. Users will achieve very good results on any of the materials listed here. Structure and production: The backing type used here is an X-weight cloth. The belt is coated with aluminium oxide. The grain features an exceptionally closed coating. Extra safety is provided by the 3 full-coverage cloth layers. Quality: The ESB KK gives users a tool that easily meets the demanding requirements for quality in manufacturing and the skilled trades. To help make work even more cost-effective, RHODIUS abrasive belts from the premium TOP line are recommended. Applications: The high-quality abrasive belts from RHODIUS are especially well-suited to edge grinding. These products are the tool of choice for processing tasks involving rustproof or acid-proofed steels, high-strength or high-alloy sheet metal, tool steels or tempered steels. When used on a tube belt grinder, these belts adjust to create an optimal fit to the shape of the workpiece. This is a key advantage if the task involves processing round workpieces. Dimensions: The ESB KK abrasive belt for handheld belt grinders is available in many variants, and in widths from 30 mm to 100 mm as well as in lengths from 457 mm to 620 mm. To ensure an optimum working result and surface finish at all times, the user can select from several grit levels ranging from 40 to 150. Industries: A RHODIUS abrasive belt is the perfect tool for the many applications and challenges faced in machine or metalwork shops, as well as for tasks in plant, container and tank construction, and in pipeline construction.
Steel
Wood
Abrasive sleeves for mounting the matching SHEK expanding body. Cotton interior reinforcement. • High stock removal performance • Small dimensions for working where space is at a premium • Aluminium oxide, for processing steel Machine suitability: This RHODIUS abrasive sleeve is designed for use with a straight grinder or with a flexible shaft drive machine. To clamp the sleeve in place, please use the RHODIUS SHEK expanding body. Material suitability: This product has been designed especially for processing steel (carbon steel – also termed structural steel, St37, S235JR or 1.0037). Users will achieve very good results with the RHODIUS SSH on any of the materials listed here. Structure and production: This product uses aluminium oxide, which ensures very high abrasive performance. The abrasive sleeve also features a special cotton interior reinforcement. Quality: The SSH abrasive sleeve gives users a tool that easily meets the tough requirements for quality in manufacturing and the skilled trades. To help make work even more cost-effective, RHODIUS abrasive sleeves from the premium TOP line are recommended. Applications: This high-quality abrasive sleeve from RHODIUS is the tool of choice for the precise and effective polishing of rounded or small parts. The compact size of this product also makes it easy to work with in confined spaces. Dimensions: Designed for use with straight grinders or flexible shaft drive machines, this abrasive sleeve is available in a range of variants, from 15 mm x 30 mm to 22 mm x 20 mm and 45 mm x 30 mm. To ensure an optimum working result and surface finish at all times, the user can select from grits of 50, 80 and 150. Industries: The RHODIUS SSH abrasive sleeve is the perfect tool for the many applications and challenges faced in car repair and metalwork shops, as well as for tasks in vehicle, plant and tank construction.
Steel
Abrasive flap wheel, for use on angle grinders. • The flexible flaps facilitate optimal adaptation to the workpiece • Especially high number of flaps for long lifetime • Good stock removal performance Machine suitability: The RHODIUS SLR abrasive flap wheel can be used on an angle grinder with an M14 spindle. Material suitability: This product has been designed especially for processing stainless steel (SST, Inox), e.g. 1.4031 (X5CrNi18-10 or 304) and steel (carbon steel – also termed structural steel, St37, S235JR or 1.0037). Users will also achieve very good results on wood with the RHODIUS SLR. Structure and production: The flaps are arranged with great precision on this RHODIUS abrasive flap wheel. This ensures a constant and even wear pattern as well as high abrasive performance. Quality: The SLR abrasive flap wheel gives users a tool that easily meets the demanding requirements for quality in manufacturing and the skilled trades. To help make work even more cost-effective, RHODIUS flap wheels from the premium TOP line are recommended. Applications: This quality product is the tool of choice when users need to tackle fine deburring work and preparatory work on especially hard-to-reach places, or when precise and effective grinding is required on corners or rounded workpieces. For these use cases, the flexible flaps ensure optimum adjustment to the workpiece surface. The product also shows its strengths to the full on rustproof or acid-proofed steels, Hardox and high-strength sheet metal. Dimensions: This flap wheel for angle grinders with an M14 spindle is available in the dimensions of 125 mm x 20 mm. To ensure an optimum working result and surface finish at all times, the user can select from several grits ranging from 40 to 320. Industries: This product is the perfect tool for the many applications and challenges faced in car repair and metalwork shops, as well as for tasks in vehicle, plant and tank construction.
Stainless steel
Steel
Wood


