Fast and Flexible
A closed coat and a grinding aid make our 3M Cubitron II Abrasive Belt 947A an outstanding option for low to medium pressure applications on heat sensitive metals. The nature of the abrasive structure diverts heat to the swarf, keeping both belt and workpiece cooler. It is now available in grades 40+ (make to order), 60+, 80+ and now 120+ adding an improved solution for finer finishing applications.
Cutting Edge Performance for Low and Medium Pressure Sanding
A semi flexible Cubitron II belt the 3M 947A sports an X-weight poly-cotton backing. Among backing weights, an X-weight cloth is flexible and provides tensile strength as well.
A great number of small belt sizes which are nimble and maneuverable so operators can get in, over and around intricate parts. These belts are good options for low-and-medium-pressure offhand operations for use on the following equipment:
- Backstands
- File Belt Sanders
- Inline Sanders
- Stroke Sanders
How 3M Precision-Shaped Grain Works
3M Precision-Shaped Grain is designed to continuously fracture to form sharp points and edges that easily ?slice? through metal. It cuts faster, lasts longer and stays cooler.
Conventional ceramic abrasive grain tends to ?plow? through the metal, causing heat to build up in the workpiece and the abrasive ? resulting in a slower cut, shorter belt life and undesirable effects, such as burnishing.
3M Science. The Beginning of Cubitron II.
In 2009, 3M scientists had long believed abrasives would work better if each grain of the ceramic abrasive material was exactly the same size and shape. It would act more like a knife shaving off material and less like a plow bouncing along the surface, creating heat damage. The breakthrough came when they realized they could use microreplication technology 3M was already using to create reflective material for signs, and other purposes.
Within a short time, they had created 3M’s Precision Shaped Grain ? identical triangular-shaped abrasive grains electrostatically oriented and distributed uniformly on an abrasive backing. The end result is faster, cooler cutting action, improved productivity, less operator fatigue and longer belt life.

Norton 66261199696 - 3" X 1/4" X 1/4" Vortex Rapid Blend Unified Wheel, 7AM U2305, 40 Each
Dynabrade 11476 Dynabelter Abrasive Belt Tool, Heavy-Duty
3M 14063, Scotch-Brite EXL Unitized Wheel, XL-UW, 6A Medium, 1 in x 1 in x 3/16 in, 7100001140
3M 26582, Accuspray Refill Pack for PPS Series 2.0, Blue, 1.2 mm, 7100152952
Dynabrade 52747 Shroud, 7", Vacuum, for 1.3 hp
3M 29821, Sanding Screen, 150 Grit, 20 in x NH, 7100160254
Dynabrade 13509 Dynastraight Finishing Tool, Rear Exhaust, 6,000 RPM, 5/8" (16 mm) or 1" (25 mm) Dia. Arbor
3M 11137, Roloc Disc 361F, 50 YF-weight, TR, 1-1/2 in, Die R150S, 7000045094
3M 17185, Scotch-Brite Roloc EXL Unitized Wheel TR, 2 in x NH 2A MED, 7100000860
3M 24049, Wetordry Cloth Disc 281W, P1000 YF-weight, 8 in x NH, Die 800JM, 7000045052
3M 62816, Adhesive Sealant 760 UV, White, 600 mL Sausage Pack, 7000046609, 12/Case
3M 76783, Cubitron II Hookit Cloth Disc 784F, 120+ XF-weight, 5 in x NH, Die 500X, 7100222757
ACS Diamond Cloth Belt, CX1250 3/4" X 18" 250U
3M 13180, Scotch-Brite Multi-Finishing Wheel, MU-WL, 2S Medium, 6 in x 3 in x 1 in, 7000148248
3M 77558, Cubitron II Hookit Cloth Disc 947A, 77558, 40+ to 120+, 6 in x NH, Die 600Z, 7100232737
3M 03700, Scotch-Brite Cut and Polish Unitized Wheel, CP-UW, 7A Medium, 1 in x 1 in x 3/16 in, 7000045846
3Mâ„¢ 72013, Adapter 529-04-50, 110-120 VAC, 7000131705, 1 EA/Case
3M 01664, Scotch-Brite Light Deburring Wheel, LD-WL, 7S Fine, 6 in x 2 in x 1 in, 7100095035
Dynabrade 11475 Dynabelter Abrasive Belt Tool, Standard Duty
Dynabrade 63603 RaptorVac PowerHead Replacement for 61203
3M 08022, Adhesive Sealant 740 UV, Gray, 600 mL Sausage Pack, 7100057386, 12/Case
3M 11419, Roloc Disc 361F, P240 XF-weight, TR, 2 in, Die R200P, 7000045105
3M 27423, Cloth Belt 340D, 80 X-weight, 6 in x 48 in, Film-lok, Single-flex, 7100231504, 20 per case
3M 29825, Sanding Screen, 60 Grit, 20 in x NH, 7100160253
3M 24338, Scotch-Brite EXL Deburring Wheel, XL-WL, 8A Medium, 16 in x 1 in x 10 in, 7100074355
Insize 1150-300E, DIGITAL HEIGHT GAGE, 0-12"/0-300mm, 6928640355318
3M 80774, Cloth Spiral Band 747D, 80 X-weight, 1 in x 1 in, 7100138166 
