{"product_id":"6-mini-airway-buffing-wheels","title":"6\" Mini Airway Buffing Wheels","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"ui-title-bar__title\"\u003e6\" Mini Airway Buffing Wheels For Metal Polishing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur 6\" Mini Airway Buffing Wheels are expertly crafted using various mill treatments and fabric construction methods to offer wheels with distinct stiffness levels, catering to the specific needs of different metals. Whether you're working with aluminum, stainless steel, or other metals, our range of buffing wheels provides exceptional performance and results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Would I Need Smaller Buffing Wheels?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese wheels are manufactured to a 6\" diameter and are meant to be used on smaller 5\" and 6\" variable speed grinders, such as those manufactured by DeWalt, Bosch, and Milwaukee. (NOTE: These flanges and wheels are not to be used with single-speed, high-RPM grinders.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe smaller construction of the wheels paired with the smaller machine make them ideal for use on more detailed projects and hard-to-reach areas where a conventional buffing wheel and machine setup are not ideal due to their size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThese mini buffing wheels \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(206, 32, 53); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eMUST\u003c\/span\u003e be used with our \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title='3\" Mini Insertable Safety Flanges for 6\" Mini Buffing Wheels - Renegade Products USA' href=\"https:\/\/www.renegadeproductsusa.com\/products\/insertable-safety-flanges-for-high-speed-polishing-for-buffing-wheels-with-center-plates-copy?_pos=4\u0026amp;_sid=1b52626f0\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e3\" Mini Insertable Flanges\u003c\/a\u003e, as they will allow for the proper seating and mounting of these mini buffing wheels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBelow is a table showing the maximum safe operating speed for each size of buffing wheel:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/1691\/1158\/files\/BUFFING_WHEEL_CHART_JPG_600x600.jpg?v=1733858259\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(206, 32, 53);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT: Our Airway Buffing Wheels are rated for a MAXIMUM SPEED OF 3,500 RPMs.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTailoring Your Buffing Wheel and Polishing Compound Pairings for Different Metals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYellow Wheels:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair the Mini Yellow Airway Buffing Wheel with a \"color\" compound such as our Green Rouge to add luster to your polished metal surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePurple Buffing Wheel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Specifically formulated for use with our White Rouge or Blue Rouge Compound Bars to ensure a brilliant shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUBM, Flannel, and Mirror Shine Wheels:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered for the final finish, these versatile wheels can be effectively used for both aluminum and stainless steel, leaving a flawless surface and should be used with \"finish\" bar such as our Competition Purple Polishing Compound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou use the edge of the buffing wheel to polish? \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes! E\u003cspan\u003edge buffing is a technique commonly used in conjunction with an angle grinder, a buffing wheel, and compound. Achieve a shiny, polished edge effortlessly. See below:  \u003cimg height=\"664\" width=\"924\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePro tip: Always rake your buffing wheels.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I use a \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Single-Handle Buffing Wheel Rake for Metal Polishing - Renegade Products USA\" href=\"https:\/\/www.renegadeproductsusa.com\/products\/single-handle-buffing-wheel-rake-for-metal-polishing\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBuffing Wheel Rake\u003c\/a\u003e?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe buffing wheel should be spinning at it’s normal speed and the \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Single-Handle Buffing Wheel Rake for Metal Polishing - Renegade Products USA\" href=\"https:\/\/www.renegadeproductsusa.com\/products\/single-handle-buffing-wheel-rake-for-metal-polishing\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBuffing Wheel Rake\u003c\/a\u003e should be held securely when held up to a stationary bench grinder or lathe. On a grinder, please exercise caution when raking. We recommend using your feet to hold the \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Single-Handle Buffing Wheel Rake for Metal Polishing - Renegade Products USA\" href=\"https:\/\/www.renegadeproductsusa.com\/products\/single-handle-buffing-wheel-rake-for-metal-polishing\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBuffing Wheel Rake\u003c\/a\u003e to the ground and holding the angle-grinder to it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy should I use a \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Single-Handle Buffing Wheel Rake for Metal Polishing - Renegade Products USA\" href=\"https:\/\/www.renegadeproductsusa.com\/products\/single-handle-buffing-wheel-rake-for-metal-polishing\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBuffing Wheel Rake\u003c\/a\u003e? \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaking your buff removes hardened and burned on polishing and buffing compound from the edges of your buffing wheel. Compound build up can reduce the efficiency of the buffing wheel while also creating a rougher surface. If you notice a significant decrease in the residual metal dust produced when buffing, \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Single-Handle Buffing Wheel Rake for Metal Polishing - Renegade Products USA\" href=\"https:\/\/www.renegadeproductsusa.com\/products\/single-handle-buffing-wheel-rake-for-metal-polishing\" target=\"_blank\"\u003erake\u003c\/a\u003e the buffing wheel and reapply a small amount of \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Metal Polishing Compound - Renegade Products USA\" href=\"https:\/\/www.renegadeproductsusa.com\/collections\/polishing-compounds\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emetal polishing compound\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Polisher\/Grinder Goes best with these buffing wheels? \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese mini buffing wheels are most ideal for use with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.dewalt.com\/product\/dwe43240inox\/5-6-brushless-small-angle-grinder-variable-speed\" title=\"DeWalt DWE43240INOX 5 in.-6 in. Brushless Small Angle Grinder with Variable Speed\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDeWalt DWE43240INOX\u003c\/a\u003e machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat are the safety requirements for buffing wheels \u0026amp; metal polishing? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe HIGHLY recommend that you use a full face respirator mask! This \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3AAsjwN\" title=\"best full face respirator mask for metal polishing\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFULL FACE RESPIRATOR MASK\u003c\/a\u003e  is highly recommended and great quality. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenerally speaking, our Airway Buffing Wheels should be run at the following speeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirst Stage\/\"Cut\" Stage: about 2,500 RPM \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMini Yellow Airway Buffing Wheel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSecond Stage\/\"Color\" Stage: about 2,000 RPM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMini Purple Airway Buffing Wheel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThird Stage\/\"Finish\" Stage: 1,600 to 1,800 RPM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlannel, Mirror Shine, UBM \u003cspan\u003eAirway Buffing\u003c\/span\u003e Wheel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/oqXU50OM0bk?si=ccbhI1JD79yfxKom\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Renegade Products USA","offers":[{"title":"White Flannel","offer_id":50458600964382,"sku":"FAW6XMBN2-20PDF","price":27.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yellow","offer_id":50458600997150,"sku":"FAW6XMBN2-16PYT","price":27.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"UBM","offer_id":50458601029918,"sku":"FAW6XMBN2-20P86UBM","price":27.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Mirror Shine","offer_id":50458601062686,"sku":"FAW6XMBN2-20PSSS","price":32.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Purple","offer_id":50458601095454,"sku":"FAW6XMBN2-16PPUR","price":27.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2-Ply Satin (Maroon)","offer_id":50458601128222,"sku":"FAW6XMBN2-2P-HSVFN","price":52.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0679\/7171\/1262\/files\/mini-buffs-all-2_6b4bea50-7a26-4c5d-b60d-470f5a2d3e68.jpg?v=1766788785","url":"https:\/\/platinumhpsolutions.myshopify.com\/fr\/products\/6-mini-airway-buffing-wheels","provider":"Platinum High Performance Solutions, LLC.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}