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 20967, Portable Utility Cloth Roll 314D, P240 J-weight, 1 in x 20 yd, 7010290604
Dynabrade 95848 Dynabrade Gear Oil
3M 05009, Utility Cloth Roll 211K, 100 J-weight, 1 in x 50 yd, Full-flex, 7100016843
Dynabrade 95843 Dynabrade Air Lube 10W/NR, 1 Gallon
Standard Abrasives 707195, Aluminum Oxide Handy Roll, P80 J-weight, 2 in x 50 yd, 7100031626
Standard Abrasives 713159, Aluminum Oxide Handy Roll, P120 J-weight, 1-1/2 in x 50 yd, 7010290409
ACS Flap Disc, Type 29 (Curved) Full Diamond 4-1/2 X 5/8-11 60M, 333.FD4.5-60/T29
Norton 66261127733 - 2" X 50 Yard 60 Grit Metalite™ Aluminum Oxide Cloth Roll, 1 Each 
