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 87669, Diamond Grade DG3 Reflective Sheeting 4090DS White for Digital Printing, 36 in x 50 yd, 7100116464
3M 76750, Roloc Disc 777F, 60 YF-weight, TS, 2 in, Die RS200P, 7010299188
3M 12952, Scotch-Brite Roloc Surface Conditioning Disc, SC-DR, A/O Very Fine, TR, 4 in, 7100007032, 100 per case
3M 65086, Scotch-Brite Diamond Wheel, 6" x 1" x 1" 645DC, 7010329878
3M 19765, Utility Cloth Sheet 314D, 9 in x 11 in P280 J-weight, 7000000353
Dynabrade 78593 3/8" Dia. x 1" W x 1/8" Center Hole, 180 Grit, 100/pack
3M 02405, Utility Cloth Sheet 211K, 9 in x 11 in 220 J-weight, 7010299775 
