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.

Standard Abrasives 843932, Quick Change Surface Conditioning FE Disc, A/O Medium, TSM, Maroon, 7 in x 5/8"-11, 7010330326, 10/case
3M 22393, Roloc Disc 361F, 36 YF-weight, TR, 3 in, Die R300V, 7000045093
3M 25777, Dry Layup Adhesive 1.0 09094, Red, 7000046595
3M 49941, Roloc Disc 361F, 80 YF-weight, TSM, 3 in, Die RS300VM, 7000148151
3M 37024, Extra Large Drywall Sanding Sponge 910-DDA, Dual Angle, 2-1/2 in x 8 in x 1 in, Fine, 7010375249
Dynabrade 53270 7" (180 mm) Dia. Right-Angle Disc Sander
Dynabrade 40610 Electric Dynafile II Abrasive Belt Tool
3M™ 72016, Remote Alarm & Strobe 529-05-20, Audible, 7000131708, 1 EA/Case
3M 90195, Drywall Pole Sander, DRPS-009, 3.25 in x 8.75 in, 7010370891
3M 10455, Cloth Sheet 481W, 220, 9 in x 11 in, 7010294811 
