3 in x 5/8 in Flat Steel Safety Flanges

3 in x 5/8 in Steel Safety FlangesWhat are Safety Flanges?The 3 in x 5/8 in Steel Safety Flanges are to be used during high speed polishing and buffing with our sewn, loose-ply, and Sisal Buffing Wheels. They are meant to reinforce the fabric center of the buffing wheel. In addition to offering protection against overtightening, the 3 in x 5/8 in Steel Safety Flanges also help to keep the buffing wheel securely in place.How do I use Safety Flanges?Attach the safety flanges to each side of your airway buffing wheel by simply placing the flange on your grinder's shaft, placing the buffing wheel on top of the flange, and placing the second flange on top of the buffing wheel. The next step is to fasten the attachments securely with a lock nut before buffing and cutting.