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 45714, Cubitron II Hookit Cloth Disc 947A, 120+ X-weight, 3 in x NH, D/F 3HL, Die 300BE, 7100113113
3M 22394, Roloc Disc 361F, 50 YF-weight, TR, 3 in, Die R300V, 7000045096
Insize 6144, ACCESSORY SET FOR DIGITAL CALIPERS, 6928640380839
3M 08017, Marine Grade Silicone Sealant, White, 3 oz Tube, 7000120479, 6/Case
3M 05009, Utility Cloth Roll 211K, 100 J-weight, 1 in x 50 yd, Full-flex, 7100016843
3M 77558, Cubitron II Hookit Cloth Disc 947A, 77558, 40+ to 120+, 6 in x NH, Die 600Z, 7100232737
3M 17087, Versaflo High Durability Hood with Integrated Head Suspension S-533L, Medium/Large, 7000052767, 1 EA/Case
Standard Abrasives 717213, A/O Full Taper Cartridge Roll, 1/4 in x 1-1/2 in x 1/8 in 120, 7100080032
Dynabrade 95674 1/4" Female Coupler
3M 16584, Accuspray Atomizing Head, Orange, 1.4 mm, 7100078992
ACS Diamond Cloth Belt, CX1250 3/8" X 120" 125U
Standard Abrasives 712149, Aluminum Oxide Handy Roll, P100 J-weight, 1-1/2 in x 50 yd, 7010295370 
