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 29611, 641WY 1/4" X 24", 100 Mesh Diamond Cloth Belt, 7010534832
3M 33349, 641WY 1/4" X 24", 220 Mesh Diamond Cloth Belt, 7010534919
3M 65033, Scotch-Brite Diamond Wheel, 645DC 6 in x 1/2 in x 1 in, 7010365574, Box of 3
ACS CX1250 Diamond Belt, 1/2" X 24" 60u
3M 62795, Polyurethane Adhesive Sealant 550FC Fast Cure, Black, 310 mL Cartridge, 7100001803, 12/Case
3M™ 72013, Adapter 529-04-50, 110-120 VAC, 7000131705, 1 EA/Case
3M 55034, Cubitron II Cloth Belt 984F, 60+ YF-weight, 2 in x 72 in, Film-lok, Single-flex, 7000119509, 50 per case
Dynabrade 14000 Dynafile Abrasive Belt Tool
3M 27516, Cubitron II Cloth Belt 984F, 36+ YF-weight, 2 in x 72 in, Film-lok, Single-flex, 7000119191, 50 per case
3M 05182, Scotch-Brite Cut and Polish Wheel, CP-WL, 5A Fine, 6 in x 1/2 in x 1 in, 7100050403,Box of 4
3M™ 07010, Supplied Air Respirator Hose W-9435-25/07010(AAD), 25 ft, 3/8 in ID, Industrial Interchange Fittings, High Pressure, 7000005374, 1 EA/Case
3M 06504, Marine Adhesive Sealant 5200, Black, 295 mL Cartridge, 7000042727, 12/Case
Dynabrade 11477 Dynabelter Abrasive Belt Tool, Heavy-Duty
Dynabrade 51812 .1 hp Straight-Line Pencil Grinder, Rear Exhaust, 1000,000 RPM, 3/32" Collet
3M 85391, Cloth Belt 963G, 50 YN-weight, 2 in x 72 in, Film-lok, L-flex, 7010299930, 50 per case
3M 71358, 641WY 1/4" X 24", 600 Mesh Diamond Cloth Belt, 7010534894
Dynabrade 82456 5" Dia. x 100 Grit A/O PSA Filmbac DynaCut Disc, 100/Box
3M 02405, Utility Cloth Sheet 211K, 9 in x 11 in 220 J-weight, 7010299775 
