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.

Standard Abrasives 713297, Aluminum Oxide Handy Roll, P120 J-weight, 2 in x 50 yd, 7100031623
Dynabrade 14010 Dynafile Abrasive Belt Tool Versatility Kit
Dynabrade 78320 3" Dia. x 1" W x 1/4" Shank, Medium, NWN DynaBrite Wheel, 10/pack
Dynabrade 98271 1/2" NPT Male Plug
Dynabrade 51865 1.0 hp Trim Router (Complete), 20,000 RPM, 1/4 Collet
Dynabrade 78763 2" Dia. x 2" W x 1/4" Shank, Coarse, NWN DynaBrite Wheel, 10/pack
3M 45014, Diamond Grade DG3 Reflective Digital Sheeting 4090UDS, White, 30 in x 50 yd, 1 Roll/Case, 7100282804
Standard Abrasives 713296, Aluminum Oxide Handy Roll, P320 J-weight, 2 in x 50 yd, 7100034517
Air Turbine Tools 310RSV - 6mm Router Hand Tool Series, 30,000RPM, 33431
Dynabrade 15006 Mini-Dynafile II Abrasive Belt Tool Versatility Kit
Dynabrade 53474 Direct Drive Reversible Screwdriver, .5 HP, 950 RPM, 1/4" Hex Drive
Dynabrade 11476 Dynabelter Abrasive Belt Tool, Heavy-Duty
3M 05027, Utility Cloth Roll 211K, 150 J-weight, 1-1/2 in x 50 yd, Full-flex, 7100031693 
