{"product_id":"norton-gemini-r766-4-5in-type-27-za-flap-disc","title":"Norton Gemini R766 ZA Flap Disc, 4.5\" x 7\/8\", Plastic Hub, Flat T27, Zirconia Alumina","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.smsdistributors.com\/collections\/norton-abrasives-logo\" title=\"Norton Abrasives Product Collection\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0118\/2262\/files\/Norton_Abrasives_Logo_160x160.jpg?v=1580912262\" alt=\"Norton Abrasives Logo\" style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0118\/2262\/files\/Norton_Gemini_Logo_2_240x240.jpg?v=1629642813\" alt=\"Norton Gemini Logo\" height=\"49\" width=\"198\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNorton Gemini R766 ZA Flap Disc, 4.5\" x 7\/8\", Plastic Hub, Type 27 (Flat)\u003c\/strong\u003e features alternating \u003cstrong\u003ezirconia alumina and aluminum oxide flaps\u003c\/strong\u003e for higher performance than aluminum oxide alone while maintaining an economical price point. This blend delivers aggressive cutting action, improved life, and smoother operation across a wide range of metals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eType 27 flat design\u003c\/strong\u003e is ideal for grinding at a \u003cstrong\u003e0°–15° angle\u003c\/strong\u003e on flat surfaces, making it perfect for blending, smoothing, and controlled stock removal. The \u003cstrong\u003eplastic hub\u003c\/strong\u003e provides improved conformability and lighter weight for smoother operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in \u003cstrong\u003e36, 40, 60, 80, and 120 grits\u003c\/strong\u003e to support everything from heavy stock removal to final finishing. Sold \u003cstrong\u003e10 discs per box\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote, plastic color will be blue or green depending on production run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlternating zirconia alumina and aluminum oxide flaps deliver higher performance than aluminum oxide alone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType 27 (Flat) design for blending and finishing on flat surfaces at 0°–15°\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlastic hub provides improved conformability and lighter weight for smoother operation\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent choice for coarse grit blending, deburring, and stock removal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for soft metals, stainless steel, carbon steel, cast iron, super alloys, and titanium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrit Selection Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e36 grit (Extra Coarse):\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy stock removal, beveling, edge chamfering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e40 grit (Coarse):\u003c\/strong\u003e Stock removal, weld cleanup, aggressive deburring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e60 grit (Medium):\u003c\/strong\u003e Controlled stock removal, blending, refining grind marks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e80 grit (Medium):\u003c\/strong\u003e Light blending, cleaning, smoothing surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e120 grit (Fine):\u003c\/strong\u003e Final finishing and surface preparation before coating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Flap Discs?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlap discs replace both grinding wheels and fiber discs, offering versatility from heavy stock removal to fine blending with a single tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlap Discs vs. Grinding Wheels\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaster stock removal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmoother finish with less gouging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCooler cutting, reduced glazing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLighter weight and easier control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower vibration and operator fatigue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced noise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlap Discs vs. Fiber Discs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUp to 20× longer life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFewer disc changes and lower labor cost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore consistent finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo backup pad required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo curling or storage issues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced loading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse flap discs one grit coarser than fiber discs (except 36 grit)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbrasive:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zirconia Alumina \/ Aluminum Oxide (alternating)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbrasive Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBacking Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e X‑weight Cotton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue or Green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArbor Hole:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/8\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWheel Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Type 27 (Flat)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHub Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrits:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36, 40, 60, 80, 120\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMax Operating Speed:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13,300 RPM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e R766\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSub‑Brand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gemini\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTier:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 discs per box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlending\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeburring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRust removal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStock removal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSuitable Materials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e300 Series Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e400 Series Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarbon Steels (hard \u0026amp; 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