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.

Dynabrade 95843 Dynabrade Air Lube 10W/NR, 1 Gallon
Dynabrade X61ESD1 - 6" Extreme ROS, Central-Vac, 3/16" Orbit w/ESD Hose Assembly
Dynabrade 52615 5" (127mm) Dia. Right Angle Vacuum Cut-Off Wheel Tool
Dynabrade 54911 Gear Set, 6500 RPM, 2.6Hp
3M 22392, Roloc Disc 361F, 24 YF-weight, TR, 3 in, Die R300V, 7000045090
Dynabrade 79901 3-1/2" Dia. x 120 Grit A/O Non-Vacuum PSA DynaCut Disc, 100/box
Standard Abrasives 714179, Aluminum Oxide Handy Roll, P240 J-weight, 1-1/2 in x 50 yd, 7100050575 
