Rolocs

3M Roloc discs are quick-change abrasive discs designed for efficient surface preparation, cleaning, sanding, blending, deburring, and finishing. The Roloc attachment system allows technicians to change compatible discs quickly without replacing the backing pad, making it useful for jobs that require multiple abrasive grades or abrasive types.

BAC offers 3M Roloc abrasives in several configurations for aircraft maintenance and MRO applications, including Bristle Discs, Sandpaper Discs, and Scotch-Brite Discs.

3M Roloc Abrasives for Aircraft Maintenance

Roloc abrasives are commonly used when technicians need controlled material removal in a compact format. Their quick-change design is particularly useful for multi-step work where an operator may need to move from aggressive material removal to blending, surface conditioning, or finishing.

Different Roloc disc constructions are intended for different types of work. Selecting the appropriate abrasive depends on the material being worked, the amount of material or coating that needs to be removed, the desired surface finish, and the requirements of the maintenance procedure.

Choose the Right Roloc Disc

Quick-Change Roloc Attachment System

The Roloc system is designed around a threaded quick-change attachment. Compatible discs attach to a matching Roloc backing pad, allowing the abrasive to be removed and replaced quickly while leaving the backing pad mounted to the tool.

BAC's Roloc backing pads are available for 2" and 3" discs. The compatible 3M assemblies use a 1/4-20 internal thread and include the appropriate Roloc shank and adapter. Always verify the holder, disc diameter, tool connection, and operating speed before use.

Roloc Disc Applications

Depending on the disc type and grade selected, Roloc abrasives can be used for a variety of aircraft maintenance and MRO tasks, including:

• Surface cleaning and conditioning
• Paint and coating removal
• Adhesive and residue removal
• Corrosion and oxidation removal
• Deburring and edge preparation
• Blending and finishing
• Surface preparation before painting, bonding, or sealing
• Controlled cleaning of metal surfaces

The correct abrasive should be selected based on the substrate, required material removal, desired finish, and applicable manufacturer or maintenance instructions.

Why Use Roloc Abrasives?

The quick-change design is particularly useful in aircraft maintenance environments where technicians may need to change abrasive grades frequently. A single backing pad can support multiple compatible discs, allowing the operator to move efficiently between cleaning, material removal, blending, and finishing operations.

Buying individual discs also allows maintenance departments to stock the specific abrasive grades they use rather than committing to large quantities of every available grade.

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