FAQ: PREDATOR Ceramic Hybrid

Are we able to use the flat sides of a cut off wheel?

We only advise to use the edges of the cut off wheel. The product is made for radial use only, and using the sides can compromise your safety and ruin the workpiece.


Are we able to use the flat sides of a grinding wheel?

We only advise to use the edges of the grinding wheel. The product is made for radial use only, and using the sides can compromise your safety and ruin the work piece.


Are there any benefits of using a PREDATOR cut off wheel?

Our PREDATOR cut off wheels outwork conventional bonded abrasives. They are self-sharpening, which offers an aggressive cut, enhanced cost/performance ratio, and provides twice the longer life expectancy.


What grinding wheels does ARC offer – and what makes them stand apart from competitors?

PREDATOR grinding wheels are superior for grinding welds, and are provided with a 5/8-11″ hub for easy changing and added safety measures.


What are the most common types of cut off wheels?

Type 1 or type 27 are the common types of cut off wheels.


Which cut off wheel has the depressed center?

The depressed center wheel is a Type 27.


Which cut off wheel is flat?

A flat cut off wheel is considered a Type 1.


What are the dimensions listed for a cut off wheel?

The dimensions are listed as follows: diameter x thickness x arbor.


What are the common arbor sizes for 5″ cut off wheels?

5″ cut off wheels have an arbor size of 7/8″ and 5/8-11″.


What are the common arbor sizes for 6″ cut off wheels?

6″ cut off wheels have an arbor size of 7/8″ and 5/8-11″.


What are common names for cut off wheels?

Cut off wheels can be called cutoffs, ziz wheels, waffer wheels, cutting discs.


What are the common grinding wheel sizes?

Common grinding wheel sizes run at 4.5″, 5″, 6″,7″, and 9″.


What size grinding discs does ARC offer?

ARC offers PREDATOR grinding discs in sizes 4.5″ and 7″.


What cut off wheels can you recommend for aluminum?

PREDATOR Performance Coated cut off wheels are best suited for aluminum.


How do you determine size of grinding wheel?

Grinding wheel sizes go by diameter x thickness x arbor.


Are your cut off wheels safe?

Our cut off wheels are 4x reinforced to last longer.


What does depressed mean in a cut off wheel?

This means that a cut off wheel has a recess in the center to let the wheel sit further away from the grinder.


What sizes are available in cut off wheels?

The most common sizes for cut off wheels are 3″,4″, 4.5″, 5″, and 6″.


What sizes are available in cut off wheels?

The most common sizes for cut off wheels are 3″,4″, 4.5″, 5″, and 6″.


How do you measure a cut off wheel?

You measure by diameter x thickness x arbor.


What sizes are available in cut off wheels?

The most common sizes for cut off wheels are 3″,4″, 4.5″, 5″, and 6″.


What are the common arbor sizes for 3″ cut off wheels?

The arbor sizes for 3″ cut off wheels are 1/4″ and 3/8″.


What are the common arbor sizes for 4″ cut off wheels?

The arbor sizes for 4″ cut off wheels are 1/4″ and 3/8″.


What are the common arbor sizes for 4.5″ cut off wheels?

The arbor sizes for 4.5″ cut off wheels are 7/8″ and 5/8-11″.