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.

3M 20365, Scotch-Weld Epoxy Adhesive 2216, Gray, Part A, 5 Gallon Drum (Pail), 7000046361
3M 16585, Accuspray Atomizing Head, Clear, 1.8 mm, 7100078990
3M 28760, Cubitron II Cut and Grind Wheel, T27, 7 in x 1/8 in x 7/8 in, 7100019072, 20 per case
3M 22407, Roloc Disc 361F, 80 YF-weight, TR, 1-1/2 in, Die R150S, 7000045099
Standard Abrasives 730174, Ceramic Side Wall Cartridge Roll, 3/4 in x 3 in x 1/4 in, 100, 7100102868
3M 45713, Cubitron II Hookit Cloth Disc 947A, 80+ X-weight, 3 in x NH, D/F 3HL, Die 300BE, 7100113145
3M 49711, Particulate Respirator 8210V, N95, 7000002462, 80 EA/Case
3M 19769, Utility Cloth Sheet 314D, 9 in x 11 in P150 J-weight, 7000000357
3M™ 72013, Adapter 529-04-50, 110-120 VAC, 7000131705, 1 EA/Case
Dynabrade 11475 Dynabelter Abrasive Belt Tool, Standard Duty
ACS Diamond Cloth Belt, CX1250 3" X 90" 20U
3M 62604, Scotch-Weld Threadlocker TL42, Blue, 1 mL Pipette, 7100064043, 100/case
3M 19771, Utility Cloth Sheet 314D, 9 in x 11 in P100 J-weight, 7000021272 
