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 02590, Stikit Gold Sheet Roll, P400, 2-3/4 in x 45 yd, 7000028254
3M 19772, Utility Cloth Sheet 314D, 9 in x 11 in P80 J-weight, 7000000359
Dynabrade 95843 Dynabrade Air Lube 10W/NR, 1 Gallon
3M 77231, Scotch-Brite Roloc Deburr and Finish PRO Unitized Wheel, DP-UR, 2S Fine, TR, 2 in x 1/4 in x NH, 7010365721
Dynabrade 79911 5" Dia. x 120 Grit A/O Non-Vacuum PSA DynaCut Disc, 100/Box
Dynabrade 11475 Dynabelter Abrasive Belt Tool, Standard Duty
Standard Abrasives 713159, Aluminum Oxide Handy Roll, P120 J-weight, 1-1/2 in x 50 yd, 7010290409
Dynabrade 14000 Dynafile Abrasive Belt Tool
Standard Abrasives 713296, Aluminum Oxide Handy Roll, P320 J-weight, 2 in x 50 yd, 7100034517
3M 19765, Utility Cloth Sheet 314D, 9 in x 11 in P280 J-weight, 7000000353 
