About Sanding Abrasives
More
Uniform-Finish Clog-Resistant Sanding Belts
Like tank treads, these belts have wide gaps to collect and channel away debris as they turn. Multiple layers of abrasive arranged in a brick pattern create highly consistent finishes. The layers contain up to four times as much abrasive material as other sanding belts, so they last longer.
The most common abrasive material, aluminum oxide is hard enough to sand most materials. It costs less than zirconia alumina but wears down faster.
For Rough Finish
50 Grit | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wd. | Lg. | Abrasive Material | Abrasive Backing Material | For Use On | Each | |
| 3/8" | 13" | Aluminum Oxide | Cloth | Stainless Steel, Titanium, Steel, Aluminum, Bronze, Copper, Glass, Carbon Fiber, Fiberglass | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 1/2" | 18" | Aluminum Oxide | Cloth | Stainless Steel, Titanium, Steel, Aluminum, Bronze, Copper, Glass, Carbon Fiber, Fiberglass | 0000000 | 0000 |
| 1" | 42" | Aluminum Oxide | Cloth | Stainless Steel, Titanium, Steel, Aluminum, Bronze, Copper, Glass, Carbon Fiber, Fiberglass | 0000000 | 0000 |
| 2" | 48" | Aluminum Oxide | Cloth | Stainless Steel, Titanium, Steel, Aluminum, Bronze, Copper, Glass, Carbon Fiber, Fiberglass | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 4" | 36" | Aluminum Oxide | Cloth | Stainless Steel, Titanium, Steel, Aluminum, Bronze, Copper, Glass, Carbon Fiber, Fiberglass | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 6" | 48" | Aluminum Oxide | Cloth | Stainless Steel, Titanium, Steel, Aluminum, Bronze, Copper, Glass, Carbon Fiber, Fiberglass | 0000000 | 00000 |
For Smooth Finish
100 Grit | 180 Grit | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wd. | Lg. | Abrasive Material | Abrasive Backing Material | For Use On | Each | Each | ||
| 3/8" | 13" | Aluminum Oxide | Cloth | Stainless Steel, Titanium, Steel, Aluminum, Bronze, Copper, Glass, Carbon Fiber, Fiberglass | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 1/2" | 18" | Aluminum Oxide | Cloth | Stainless Steel, Titanium, Steel, Aluminum, Bronze, Copper, Glass, Carbon Fiber, Fiberglass | 0000000 | 0000 | 0000000 | 0000 |
| 1" | 42" | Aluminum Oxide | Cloth | Stainless Steel, Titanium, Steel, Aluminum, Bronze, Copper, Glass, Carbon Fiber, Fiberglass | 0000000 | 0000 | 0000000 | 0000 |
| 2" | 48" | Aluminum Oxide | Cloth | Stainless Steel, Titanium, Steel, Aluminum, Bronze, Copper, Glass, Carbon Fiber, Fiberglass | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 4" | 36" | Aluminum Oxide | Cloth | Stainless Steel, Titanium, Steel, Aluminum, Bronze, Copper, Glass, Carbon Fiber, Fiberglass | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 6" | 48" | Aluminum Oxide | Cloth | Stainless Steel, Titanium, Steel, Aluminum, Bronze, Copper, Glass, Carbon Fiber, Fiberglass | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
For Extra-Smooth Finish
240 Grit | 320 Grit | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wd. | Lg. | Abrasive Material | Abrasive Backing Material | For Use On | Each | Each | ||
| 3/8" | 13" | Aluminum Oxide | Cloth | Stainless Steel, Titanium, Steel, Aluminum, Bronze, Copper, Glass, Carbon Fiber, Fiberglass | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 1/2" | 18" | Aluminum Oxide | Cloth | Stainless Steel, Titanium, Steel, Aluminum, Bronze, Copper, Glass, Carbon Fiber, Fiberglass | 0000000 | 0000 | 0000000 | 0000 |
| 1" | 42" | Aluminum Oxide | Cloth | Stainless Steel, Titanium, Steel, Aluminum, Bronze, Copper, Glass, Carbon Fiber, Fiberglass | 0000000 | 0000 | 0000000 | 0000 |
| 2" | 48" | Aluminum Oxide | Cloth | Stainless Steel, Titanium, Steel, Aluminum, Bronze, Copper, Glass, Carbon Fiber, Fiberglass | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 4" | 36" | Aluminum Oxide | Cloth | Stainless Steel, Titanium, Steel, Aluminum, Bronze, Copper, Glass, Carbon Fiber, Fiberglass | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 6" | 48" | Aluminum Oxide | Cloth | Stainless Steel, Titanium, Steel, Aluminum, Bronze, Copper, Glass, Carbon Fiber, Fiberglass | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
Fast-Cutting Sanding Belts
Precision-Shaped Ceramic Alumina
Sanding belts with precision-shaped ceramic alumina abrade hard metals like stainless steel faster than standard ceramic alumina belts because of their sharp, outwardly pointed grit. The grain particles continually fracture to produce new, sharp cutting edges while maintaining their specially engineered points and angle. The design also reduces heat generation while sanding, which prevents the grit from wearing down. These belts are also good for sanding steel and soft metals.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
36 Grit | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wd. | Lg. | Abrasive Material | Abrasive Backing Material | Manufacturer Equivalent Model | For Use On | Each | |
For Rough Finish | |||||||
| 1" | 42" | Precision-Shaped Ceramic Alumina | Cloth | 3M Cubitron, Norton RazorStar | Stainless Steel, Steel, Nickel, Aluminum, Copper | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 2" | 48" | Precision-Shaped Ceramic Alumina | Cloth | 3M Cubitron, Norton RazorStar | Stainless Steel, Steel, Nickel, Aluminum, Copper | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 4" | 36" | Precision-Shaped Ceramic Alumina | Cloth | 3M Cubitron, Norton RazorStar | Stainless Steel, Steel, Nickel, Aluminum, Copper | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 6" | 48" | Precision-Shaped Ceramic Alumina | Cloth | 3M Cubitron, Norton RazorStar | Stainless Steel, Steel, Nickel, Aluminum, Copper | 0000000 | 00000 |
Sanding Belts for Aluminum, Soft Metals, and Nonmetals
One of the sharpest abrasives, the silicon carbide on these belts sands soft metals and nonmetals like aluminum and rubber with ease, and it generates minimal heat to prevent material buildup. These belts have a slick coating that prevents dust and debris from building up on the abrasive surface. The coating also helps keep operating temperature down to reduce wear of the abrasive. Click on a part number to view the volume discount (if applicable).
For Rough Finish
| Wd. | Lg. | Abrasive Material | Abrasive Backing Material | For Use On | Each | |
60 Grit | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1" | 30" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 00000000 | 00000 |
| 1" | 42" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 000000000 | 0000 |
| 1 1/8" | 21" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 00000000 | 0000 |
| 2" | 42" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 000000000 | 0000 |
| 2" | 72" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 3" | 21" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 00000000 | 0000 |
| 4" | 36" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 00000000 | 00000 |
| 6" | 48" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 00000000 | 00000 |
80 Grit | ||||||
| 1/2" | 24" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 000000000 | 0000 |
| 1" | 30" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 00000000 | 0000 |
| 1" | 42" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 000000000 | 0000 |
| 1 1/8" | 21" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 00000000 | 0000 |
| 2" | 42" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 000000000 | 0000 |
| 2" | 48" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 000000000 | 0000 |
| 2" | 60" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 000000000 | 0000 |
| 2" | 72" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 000000000 | 0000 |
| 3" | 18" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 000000000 | 0000 |
| 3" | 21" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 00000000 | 0000 |
| 4" | 36" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 00000000 | 00000 |
| 6" | 48" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 00000000 | 00000 |
For Smooth Finish
| Wd. | Lg. | Abrasive Material | Abrasive Backing Material | For Use On | Each | |
120 Grit | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/2" | 24" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 000000000 | 00000 |
| 1" | 30" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 00000000 | 0000 |
| 1" | 42" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 000000000 | 0000 |
| 1 1/8" | 21" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 00000000 | 0000 |
| 2" | 42" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 000000000 | 0000 |
| 2" | 48" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 000000000 | 0000 |
| 2" | 60" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 000000000 | 0000 |
| 2" | 72" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 000000000 | 0000 |
| 3" | 18" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 000000000 | 0000 |
| 3" | 21" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 00000000 | 0000 |
| 4" | 36" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 00000000 | 0000 |
| 6" | 48" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 00000000 | 00000 |
180 Grit | ||||||
| 1" | 30" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 00000000 | 0000 |
| 1" | 42" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 000000000 | 0000 |
| 1 1/8" | 21" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 00000000 | 0000 |
| 2" | 42" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 000000000 | 0000 |
| 2" | 48" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 000000000 | 0000 |
| 2" | 72" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 000000000 | 0000 |
| 3" | 21" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 00000000 | 0000 |
| 4" | 36" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 00000000 | 0000 |
| 6" | 48" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 00000000 | 00000 |
220 Grit | ||||||
| 1/2" | 24" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 000000000 | 0000 |
| 1" | 30" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 00000000 | 0000 |
| 1" | 42" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 000000000 | 0000 |
| 1 1/8" | 21" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 00000000 | 0000 |
| 2" | 42" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 000000000 | 0000 |
| 2" | 48" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 000000000 | 0000 |
| 2" | 60" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 000000000 | 0000 |
| 3" | 18" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 000000000 | 0000 |
| 3" | 21" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 00000000 | 0000 |
| 4" | 36" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 00000000 | 0000 |
| 6" | 48" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 00000000 | 00000 |
| 6" | 60" | Silicon Carbide | Cloth | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 000000000 | 00000 |
Nylon Mesh Cushioned Sanding Belts for
Aluminum, Soft Metals, and Nonmetals
Made of nylon mesh, these belts compensate for uneven sanding pressure to create a smooth, consistent finish on workpieces. Silicon carbide—one of the sharpest abrasives—is embedded in the mesh, so these belts sand quickly with light pressure. They stay cool while sanding, which keeps material from building up on the surface. These belts are very fine grade, so they’re best for removing light scratches, polishing, and preparing surfaces for painting.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
| Wd. | Lg. | Abrasive Material | Abrasive Backing Material | For Use On | Each | |
Very Fine Grade (3M Scotch-Brite Super Fine Grade)—For Extra-Smooth Finish | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/8" | 13" | Silicon Carbide | Nylon Mesh | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 1/2" | 18" | Silicon Carbide | Nylon Mesh | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 1/2" | 24" | Silicon Carbide | Nylon Mesh | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 1" | 42" | Silicon Carbide | Nylon Mesh | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 2" | 48" | Silicon Carbide | Nylon Mesh | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 0000000 | 00000 |
Sanding Belts for Aluminum, Soft Metals, and
Nonmetals—Use with Wide-Belt Sanders
Leave a smooth, consistent finish on wide workpieces. One of the sharpest abrasives, silicon carbide quickly removes material under light pressure yet doesn’t generate much heat. This prevents material from building up, so you can use these belts on soft metals, plastic, and rubber.
| Wd. | Lg. | Abrasive Material | Abrasive Backing Material | For Use On | Choose a Grit | Each | |
For Smooth Finish | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16" | 48" | Silicon Carbide | Paper | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 00000000 | 000000 | |
| 25" | 60" | Silicon Carbide | Paper | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 00000000 | 00000 | |
| 37" | 60" | Silicon Carbide | Paper | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 00000000 | 00000 | |
| 37" | 75" | Silicon Carbide | Paper | Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber | 00000000 | 00000 | |