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 19768, Utility Cloth Sheet 314D, 9 in x 11 in P180 J-weight, 7000000356
Dynabrade 14000 Dynafile Abrasive Belt Tool
3M 19764, Utility Cloth Sheet 314D, 9 in x 11 in P320 J-weight, 7000000352
Dynabrade 96101 Dynabrade Air Lube 10W/NR 24 Per Box
3M 05530, Stikit Soft Hand Pad, 2-3/4 in x 5-1/2 in x 3/8 in, 7000028351
Standard Abrasives 727395, Buff and Blend Cross Buff HS, A/O Coarse, 2 in x 1/2 in x 2 Ply x 8-32, 7010299537
3M 08025, Adhesive Sealant 740 UV, Black, 600 mL Sausage Pack, 7100057385, 12/Case
3M 86992, Diamond Disc, 3" Roloc, 674W, 120 Mesh, TR, 7100143477, Box of 5
3M™ 72013, Adapter 529-04-50, 110-120 VAC, 7000131705, 1 EA/Case
Standard Abrasives 863110, A/O Unitized Wheel, 631, 2 in x 1/4 in x 1/4 in, 7000144629
Standard Abrasives 725006, Buff and Blend Cross Buff HP, A/O VFN, 1-1/2 in x 1/2 in x 3 Ply x 8-32, 7000046827
3M 71358, 641WY 1/4" X 24", 600 Mesh Diamond Cloth Belt, 7010534894
Dynabrade 64350 26" W x 36" L (660 mm W x 914 mm L) Metal Capture Downdraft Station, 230 V (AC)
Dynabrade 53533 Cone or Plug Grinder (Triple Extension)
Dynabrade 95544 Gear Grease, 2.5oz. Tube
3M 02405, Utility Cloth Sheet 211K, 9 in x 11 in 220 J-weight, 7010299775
Standard Abrasives 707195, Aluminum Oxide Handy Roll, P80 J-weight, 2 in x 50 yd, 7100031626
Norton 66254432925 Wheel, 3" X 1/2" X 1/4" Bear-Tex, Rapid Blend, Non-Woven 5 Density, A/O, M Grit, 20 Each
Dynabrade 97566 1/4" Safety Coupler, Female
3M 20967, Portable Utility Cloth Roll 314D, P240 J-weight, 1 in x 20 yd, 7010290604 
