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.

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Dynabrade 40320 Dynafile II Abrasive Belt Tool
Dynabrade 11475 Dynabelter Abrasive Belt Tool, Standard Duty
Dynabrade 15420 Dynafile III Abrasive Belt Tool
Dynabrade 78176 2" Dia. Medium NWN VT DynaBrite TR Locking-Type Disc, 25/pack
Dynabrade 51301 .5 hp Straight-Line Die Grinder
Dynabrade 51346 3" (51 mm) Dia. Locking-Type Disc Pad, Medium Density, 1/4"-20 Thread 
