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 45022, Diamond Grade DG3 Reflective Digital Sheeting 4083UDS, Fluorescent Yellow Green, 36 in x 50 yd, 1 Roll/Case, 7100282393
Standard Abrasives 726057, A/O R6 Taper Precision Cartridge Roll, 3/8 in x 1-3/4 in x 1/4 in 60, 7100098752
3M 19766, Utility Cloth Sheet 314D, 9 in x 11 in P240 J-weight, 7000000354 
