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.

ACS Diamond Cloth Belt, CX1250 3" X 90" 45U
Dynabrade 14360 Pneumatic Pipe Belt Finisher
Dynabrade 40320 Dynafile II Abrasive Belt Tool
Standard Abrasives 727093, Surface Conditioning Band, 1-1/2 in x 1-1/2 in MED, 7010301251
3M 87266, Scotch-Weld Epoxy Adhesive DP100 Plus, Clear, 200 mL Duo-Pak, 7100069498, 12/case
Dynabrade 11476 Dynabelter Abrasive Belt Tool, Heavy-Duty
3M 19772, Utility Cloth Sheet 314D, 9 in x 11 in P80 J-weight, 7000000359 
