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 22405, Roloc Disc 361F, P100 YF-weight, TR, 3 in, Die R300V, 7000045102
3M 20227, Scotch-Seal Metal Sealant 2084, Silver, 5 oz Tube, 7000046343, 36/Case
Insize 4807, ANGLE GAGE SET, 6928640319341
3M 29611, 641WY 1/4" X 24", 100 Mesh Diamond Cloth Belt, 7010534832
3M 85795, Hot Melt Adhesive 3748 VO Q, Light Yellow, 5/8 in x 8 in, 7000000887, 11 LBS/Case
3M 27383, Ultra Durable Detail Sanding Sheets, 220 grit, 7100200071, 5 per pack
3M 47083, Cubitron II Stikit Film Disc 775L, 320+, 5 in x NH, Linered w/Tab, Die 500X, 7100145365, 250 per case
Dynabrade 78294 3" Dia. x 2A M Medium Type R Unitized Locking-Type Disc, 25/pack 
