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 32985, Aluminum Oxide Overlap Disc, 714721, 60 Grit, 2 in x 8-32 x 2 Ply, 7100116380
3M 01328, PSA Cloth Disc 348D, P180 X-weight, 3 in x NH, Die 300V, 7000045068
3M 94702, Cubitron ll Cloth Belt 947A, 120+ X-weight, 1/4 in x 24 in, Fabri-lok, Single-flex, 7100141686, 200 per case
Dynabrade 40320 Dynafile II Abrasive Belt Tool
3M 05027, Utility Cloth Roll 211K, 150 J-weight, 1-1/2 in x 50 yd, Full-flex, 7100031693
3M 03016, Glass Cloth Tape 361, White, 3/4 in x 60 yd, 6.4 mil, 7000047441
3M 05516, Polyurethane Glass Adhesive Sealant 590, Black, 310 mL Cartridge, 7100060280, 12/Case
Standard Abrasives 713297, Aluminum Oxide Handy Roll, P120 J-weight, 2 in x 50 yd, 7100031623 
