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    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 Smooth FinishAbout For Smooth Finish
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Sanding Belts. Sanding Belts for Aluminum, Soft Metals, and Nonmetals.
    220 Grit
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Abrasive
    Material
    Abrasive Backing
    Material
    For Use On
    Each
    1/2"24"Silicon CarbideClothAluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber46455A11500000
    1"30"Silicon CarbideClothAluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber46455A710000
    1"42"Silicon CarbideClothAluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber46455A1350000
    1 1/8"21"Silicon CarbideClothAluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber46455A720000
    2"36"Silicon CarbideClothAluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber46455A1550000
    2"42"Silicon CarbideClothAluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber46455A1650000
    2"48"Silicon CarbideClothAluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber46455A1750000
    2"60"Silicon CarbideClothAluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber46455A1850000
    3"18"Silicon CarbideClothAluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber46455A2250000
    3"21"Silicon CarbideClothAluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber46455A730000
    4"36"Silicon CarbideClothAluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber46455A7600000
    6"48"Silicon CarbideClothAluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber46455A7800000
    6"60"Silicon CarbideClothAluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber46455A29500000

    Uniform-Finish Sanding Belts

    Multiple layers of abrasive arranged in a pattern create highly consistent finishes. The most common abrasive for general sanding, aluminum oxide is tough and won’t crack under high stress. Use these belts for removing paint and rust to final finishing. A cloth backing makes these belts flexible yet resistant to tearing.
    For Smooth FinishAbout For Smooth Finish
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated, Inset. Sanding Belts. Uniform-Finish Sanding Belts.
    220 Grit
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Abrasive
    Material
    Abrasive Backing
    Material
    For Use On
    Each
    1/2"12"Aluminum OxideClothSteel, Wood4823A54400000
    1/2"18"Aluminum OxideClothSteel, Wood4823A5540000
    1/2"24"Aluminum OxideClothSteel, Wood4823A2640000
    1"42"Aluminum OxideClothSteel, Wood4823A1140000
    1 1/2"60"Aluminum OxideClothSteel, Wood4823A1240000
    2"48"Aluminum OxideClothSteel, Wood4823A1440000
    2"60"Aluminum OxideClothSteel, Wood4823A1540000
    2"72"Aluminum OxideClothSteel, Wood4823A56400000
    2 1/2"60"Aluminum OxideClothSteel, Wood4823A18400000
    4"36"Aluminum OxideClothSteel, Wood4823A21400000
    6"48"Aluminum OxideClothSteel, Wood4823A23400000

    Cushioned Sanding Belts

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Sanding Belts. Cushioned Sanding Belts.
    Create finer and more consistent finishes—these belts have a cushioned layer that creates more even sanding pressure on your workpiece. They also have a slick coating that prevents debris from accumulating on the abrasive surface and keeps operating temperatures low.
    One of the sharpest abrasives, silicon carbide cuts through steel and wood with ease. It costs less than zirconia alumina but will not last as long.
    Wd.
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    For Use On
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    For Smooth Finish
    1/2"12"Silicon CarbideClothSteel, Wood2206131A11100000
    1/2"18"Silicon CarbideClothSteel, Wood2206131A1510000
    1/2"24"Silicon CarbideClothSteel, Wood2206131A1810000
    1"42"Silicon CarbideClothSteel, Wood2206131A2110000
    1 1/2"60"Silicon CarbideClothSteel, Wood2206131A25100000
    2"42"Silicon CarbideClothSteel, Wood2206131A2810000
    2"48"Silicon CarbideClothSteel, Wood2206131A31100000
    2"60"Silicon CarbideClothSteel, Wood2206131A35100000
    2"72"Silicon CarbideClothSteel, Wood2206131A38100000
    4"36"Silicon CarbideClothSteel, Wood2206131A45100000
    6"48"Silicon CarbideClothSteel, Wood2206131A48100000
     

    Sanding Belts for Aluminum, Soft Metals, and Nonmetals—Use with Wide-Belt Sanders

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Sanding Belts. 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.
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    For Smooth Finish
    16"48"Silicon CarbidePaperAluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber2207402A611000000
    25"60"Silicon CarbidePaperAluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber2207402A64100000
    37"60"Silicon CarbidePaperAluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber2207402A68100000
    37"75"Silicon CarbidePaperAluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber2207402A69100000
     

    Sanding Belts for Wide-Belt Sanders

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Sanding Belts. Sanding Belts for Wide-Belt Sanders.
    At least 16" wide, these sanding belts leave a smooth, consistent finish on large workpieces. They have an aluminum oxide abrasive, which is the most common abrasive for general use. It's tough and resists cracking under high stress. Use these belts to remove material, such as paint and rust, from steel and wood surfaces.
    Wd.
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    Abrasive
    Material
    Abrasive Backing
    Material
    For Use On
    Grit
    Each
    For Smooth Finish
    16"48"Aluminum OxidePaperSteel, Wood2207402A411000000
    25"60"Aluminum OxidePaperSteel, Wood2207402A41400000
    37"60"Aluminum OxidePaperSteel, Wood2207402A41800000
    37"75"Aluminum OxidePaperSteel, Wood2207402A41900000
     

    Water-Resistant Sanding Belts

    These belts resist deterioration when used with water or cutting fluids. The most common abrasive material, aluminum oxide is hard enough to sand steel and wood. It costs less than zirconia alumina but wears down faster. Click on a part number to view the volume discount (if applicable).
    Also Available: Other belt sizes and grits. Please ask for 4713A999 and specify belt size and grit.
    For Smooth FinishAbout For Smooth Finish
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Sanding Belts. Water-Resistant Sanding Belts.
    220 Grit
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Abrasive
    Material
    Abrasive Backing
    Material
    For Use On
    Each
    1/2"24"Aluminum OxideClothSteel, Wood4713A31400000
    1"42"Aluminum OxideClothSteel, Wood4713A0330000
    2"48"Aluminum OxideClothSteel, Wood4713A05300000
    4"36"Aluminum OxideClothSteel, Wood4713A18300000
    4"132"Aluminum OxideClothSteel, Wood4713A51800000
    6"48"Aluminum OxideClothSteel, Wood4713A21300000

    Sanding Belts for Masonry, Ceramics, and Composites

    For sanding hard, nonmetal surfaces, these belts are diamonds in the rough. Their diamond abrasive is the hardest and most durable we offer—it's sharp like silicon carbide and tough like ceramic alumina. That makes them a good choice for shaping and smoothing a variety of surfaces from concrete blocks and fiberglass panels to ceramic tiles and graphite molds. These belts resist breaking down and softening from water and cuttings fluids. A cloth backing makes them flexible and resistant to tearing.
    For Extra-Smooth FinishAbout For Extra-Smooth Finish
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Sanding Belts. Sanding Belts for Masonry, Ceramics, and Composites.
    220 Grit
    Wd.
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    Abrasive
    Material
    Abrasive Backing
    Material
    For Use On
    Abrasive
    Grain Size, μm
    Each
    3/8"13"DiamondClothCeramic, Bricks, Stone, Concrete, Glass, Carbon Fiber, Graphite, Fiberglass634150A101000000
    1/2"18"DiamondClothCeramic, Bricks, Stone, Concrete, Glass, Carbon Fiber, Graphite, Fiberglass634150A10200000
    1/2"24"DiamondClothCeramic, Bricks, Stone, Concrete, Glass, Carbon Fiber, Graphite, Fiberglass634150A10300000
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