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.

3M 20928, PSA Cloth Disc 348D, P180 X-weight, 1 in x NH, Die 100N, 7000118917
3M 71358, 641WY 1/4" X 24", 600 Mesh Diamond Cloth Belt, 7010534894
Dynabrade 13509 Dynastraight Finishing Tool, Rear Exhaust, 6,000 RPM, 5/8" (16 mm) or 1" (25 mm) Dia. Arbor
Standard Abrasives 37446, PSA A/O Disc, 700595, 1-1/2 in x NH, 60, 7010331822
3M 49689, PSA Cloth Disc 348D, 60 X-weight, 10 in x NH, Die 1000C, 7010326501
3M 16614, Accuspray Atomizing Head, Green, 1.3 mm, 7100086806 (4 Nozzles/Kit)
3M 50216, Temflex Cotton Friction Tape 1755, 3/4 in x 82-1/2 ft, Black, 7010297809
3M 16615, Accuspray Atomizing Head, Blue, 1.2 mm, 7100086837 (4 Nozzle/Kit)
3M 33440, Cubitron II File Belt, 33440, 80+, 10 mm x 330 mm (3/8 in x 13 in), 7100033195, 10 belts per carton, 5 cartons per case
3M 73547, Mix & Dispense Equipment - Application Tools, TS-1275-4-1000 Red Scraper, 7100207928
Dynabrade 90875 2" Dia. Super Fine NWN DynaBrite Locking-Type Disc, 25/pack
3M 29825, Sanding Screen, 60 Grit, 20 in x NH, 7100160253
Standard Abrasives 722809, PSA A/O Extra Disc, 5 in x NH, 60, 7010368721
3M 33446, Cubitron II File Belt, 80+, 1/2 in x 18 in (12.7 mm x 457.2 mm), 7100033186, 10 belts per carton, 5 cartons per case
3M 95412, Lead Foil Tape 420, Dark Silver, 3/4 in x 36 yd, 6.8 mil, 7000029006
Norton 66261014921 - 2" X 1/8" 50 - 80 Grit Coarse Grade Aluminum Oxide Bear-Tex Speed-Lok Rapid Blend Gray TR Non-Woven Unified Wheel, 60 Each
3M 24306, Double Coated Polyethylene Foam Tape 4496W, White, 1 in x 36 yd, 62 mil, 9 rolls per case, 7000123606
Dynabrade 14000 Dynafile Abrasive Belt Tool
3M 16579, Accuspray ONE Replacement Spray Gun, 7100096183
Dynabrade 51301 .5 hp Straight-Line Die Grinder
3M 65022, Scotch-Brite Deburr and Finish Pro Unitized Wheel, DP-UW, 6C Medium+, 3 in x 3/4 in x 1/4 in, 7100053421 
