The desired length of the strip can be torn from the roll for a specific application. Most grades have a light, J-weight cloth backing that provides the flexibility needed to conform to circular edges, angles, or other contours. Rolls in grades P50 or P60 have a slightly stiffer X-weight backing suitable for more coarse sanding applications. Cloth remains durable even when bent or rolled, without tearing or shelling, but strips can be torn by hand when a smaller piece is needed, without compromising the sanding surface.
Aluminum oxide is a popular choice among industrial professionals because of its fast cut-rate and long life. This mineral makes a tough, durable abrasive that self-fractures to expose fresh cutting edges, whereas traditional natural abrasives dull more quickly. Aluminum oxide is suitable for a wide variety of materials in both woodworking and metalworking, including ferrous alloys. Aluminum oxide abrasive can be used on ferrous and non-ferrous metals, wood, and plastic.

Insize ISF-TG1D5, DIAL TENSION GAGE, Capacity (N) 1.5N, Graduation (N) 0.025N, 6928640381089
3M 06847, Overspray Masking Liquid Dry, 1 Gallon, 7010309222
Dynabrade 78582 1/4" Dia. x 1" W x 1/8" Center Hole, 180 Grit, 100/pack
3M™ 72010, Replacement Filter Kit 523-01-29, 7000056891, 1 EA/Case
3M 71358, 641WY 1/4" X 24", 600 Mesh Diamond Cloth Belt, 7010534894
3M™ 72016, Remote Alarm & Strobe 529-05-20, Audible, 7000131708, 1 EA/Case
ACS Diamond Cloth Belt, CX1250 1/2" X 72" 125U
3M 17397, VFlex Particulate Respirator 9105, N95, 7000002390, 400 EA/Case
3M 11414, Roloc Disc 361F, P120 XF-weight, TR, 1 in, Die R100N, 7000045104
3M 19795, Utility Cloth Roll 314D, P400 J-weight, 1-1/2 in x 20 yd, 7100081717 
