Foundry / Welding / Construction Industries

True Grit Abrasives, Inc. offers complete solutions for grinding applications in the foundry, forging and construction industries.

Foundry / Welding / Construction Product Details

• Types 16 & 17 Cones
• Types 18 & 18R Plugs
• Type 11 Cup Wheels
• Type 1 Straight Wheels
• Core Files
• General Information and Identification
• Inserts
• Wheel Speed Tables

• Used with portable grinders for fast cleaning of hard to reach and difficult locations in castings, weldments, structures, etc.
• Designed for efficient cleaning of most materials
• Silicon Carbide is generally recommended for removing burnt-in sand in grey iron and alloys
• Aluminum Oxide and Zirconium grains are most popular for steel, where fast stock removal is needed

Below are some of the standard products from our catalog. We also produce custom and specialty items. So if what you need is not listed below, don't hesitate to contact us!

“Tom Lizotte, Vice President has a unique expertise in the grinding wheel industry and has always been able to design the best product for LeBaron Foundry.”

—James S. Troup, Treasurer
Kevin Moran, Purchasing Agent
LeBaron Foundry, Inc.

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Type 16 and 17 Cones

Resinoid Bonded Aluminum Oxide, Silicon Carbide,
Zirconium or a mixture of these grains.

Type 18 and 18R Plugs

Resinoid Bonded Aluminum Oxide, Silicon Carbide,
Zirconium or a mixture of these grains.

Grains, grain sizes and grades available, for more information and please specify in your inquiries.

Note: 3/8-24 and 5/8-11 threaded inserts available for all diameters and thicknesses. Please specify in your inquiries.
Types 16, 17, 18 & 18R used with portable grinders for fast cleaning of hard to reach and difficult locations in castings, weldments, structures, etc. Designed for efficient cleaning of most materials.

Type 11 Cup Wheels

Aluminum Oxide – Silicon Carbide or Mixture
Resinoid Bonded for Hand Held Portable Right Angle Grinders

Type 1 Straight Wheels

Aluminum Oxide – Resinoid Bonded – Straight Shaft Machines

Type 11 - Flaring Cup and Type 1- Straight Wheels

For use in heavy duty foundry snagging.

• When fast stock removal and long life is required
• Coarse grains for faster stock removal
• Finer grains to increase the life of the cup
• Aluminum Oxide for general purpose metals such as steel and annealed malleable iron
• "C" grain for pre-cast concrete, masonry and metals such as titanium, brass and bronze
• "CA" grain for grey iron
• Rubber resin for metals such as stainless steel, brass and bronze
• Type 11 generally 4,5 or 6" in diameter, 2" thick with a 5/8-11 insert
• Type 1 Non-reinforced / Reinforced 2" to 14" diameter, up to 4" thick

Core Files

• "C" grain
• Size 10 x 5/8 x 1½
• Size 14 x 5/8 x 1½

Note: True Grit Abrasives has the ability to supply different product sizes and types to meet your special needs. Other grains, grain sizes, and grades are available. Please see our general information and identification (marking system) sheet and specify in your inquiries.

Warning - All wheels must be used with the correct sized wheel guard. Grinding wheels improperly used are dangerous. Comply with ANSI B7.1 safety code and OSHA regulations.

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