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48M575 - Walter 5/8-11 Spindle Shaft Adapter for Abrasive Drums

Packaging: 1 per each
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OVERVIEW

Industrial Spindle Shaft for Surface Finishing


The Walter 48M575 Spindle Shaft is a critical accessory designed to expand the capabilities of your power tools. Engineered by Walter Surface Technologies, this shaft acts as a robust adapter, converting a standard 5/8"-11 threaded spindle—commonly found on angle grinders and polishers—into a mounting point for abrasive drums, flap wheels, and pneumatic finishing accessories. This component is essential for professionals looking to perform linear finishing, graining, or buffing tasks using their existing rotary equipment.


Manufactured from high-grade steel, the 48M575 ensures durability and stability during operation. Surface finishing requires precision and consistency; a low-quality adapter can introduce vibration (run-out) that mars the workpiece and fatigues the operator. Walter's precision machining guarantees a concentric fit, minimizing vibration and ensuring that abrasive media contacts the surface evenly. This is particularly important when using the Line-Mate III or Big-Buff III systems, where uniform pressure is key to achieving a perfect satin or mirror finish.


Installation is straightforward, threading directly onto the host tool's spindle. Once secured, it provides a sturdy shaft to slide on drums or wheels, which are then locked in place. Whether you are replacing a worn part on a dedicated finishing tool or adapting a variable-speed polisher for multi-purpose use, this spindle shaft delivers the reliability required in industrial metalworking environments.


Key Technical Benefits



  • Universal Fit: Compatible with any power tool featuring a standard 5/8"-11 spindle thread.

  • Heavy-Duty Build: Resists bending and thread stripping under heavy industrial loads.

  • System Compatibility: Specifically designed to work seamlessly with Walter's range of surface finishing abrasives.

Additional Information
Packaging Description:1 per each
Thread Size:5/8-11
Accessory Type:Adapter, Spindle Shaft
Material:Steel
Compatible Equipment:Angle Grinders, Big Buff III, Line-Mate III, Polishers