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 90874 2" Dia. Very Fine NWN DynaBrite Locking-Type Disc, 25/pack
3M 01328, PSA Cloth Disc 348D, P180 X-weight, 3 in x NH, Die 300V, 7000045068
Air Turbine Tools 310RDM - 6mm Router Hand Tool Series, 30,000RPM, 33433
Insize 5022, 2-PIECE MEASURING TOOL SET, 6928640321290
3M 22408, Roloc Disc 361F, P100 YF-weight, TR, 1-1/2 in, Die R150S, 7000045101
Dynabrade 52632 4-1/2" Dia Right Angle Depressed Center Wheel Grinder, 1.3 HP, 12,000 RPM, 5/8"-11 Spindle
Dynabrade 51862 .4 hp Trim Router (Complete), 30,000 RPM, 1/4 Collet
3M 11411, Roloc Disc 361F, 50 YF-weight, TR, 1 in, Die R100N, 7000045095 
