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    Sanding Belts

    Smooth or shape work surfaces. Good for general purpose sanding, the aluminum oxide abrasive on these belts is tough and won’t crack under stress. These belts are often used to remove rust and paint from steel or wood surfaces. Thanks to their cloth backing, they’re flexible yet resistant to tearing. Note: click on a part number to view a volume discount (if applicable).
    For Rough FinishAbout For Rough Finish
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Sanding Belts. Sanding Belts.
    36 Grit
    40 Grit
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    60 Grit
    80 Grit
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    Abrasive
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    1-9
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    10-Up
    2"72"Aluminum OxideClothSteel, Wood4744A61400000000004744A54200000000004744A44200000000004744A34200000000004744A2420000000000
    2 1/2"72"Aluminum OxideClothSteel, Wood———005142A4920000000000———00———005142A4950000000000
    3"72"Aluminum OxideClothSteel, Wood4744A63900000000004744A53100000000004744A431000000004744A331000000004744A23100000000
    4"72"Aluminum OxideClothSteel, Wood4744A59700000000004744A59600000000004744A59500000000004744A59400000000004744A5930000000000
    For Smooth FinishAbout For Smooth Finish
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Sanding Belts. Sanding Belts.
    100 Grit
    120 Grit
    150 Grit
    180 Grit
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    Abrasive
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    Abrasive Backing
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    For Use On
    1-9
    10-Up
    1-9
    10-Up
    1-9
    10-Up
    1-9
    10-Up
    2"72"Aluminum OxideClothSteel, Wood4744A14200000000004744A71100000000004744A88900000000004744A8910000000000
    2 1/2"72"Aluminum OxideClothSteel, Wood———005142A4220000000000———00———00
    3"72"Aluminum OxideClothSteel, Wood4744A1310000000004744A7320000000004744A9210000000004744A922000000000
    4"72"Aluminum OxideClothSteel, Wood4744A59200000000004744A5910000000000———004744A5890000000000
    For Extra-Smooth FinishAbout For Extra-Smooth Finish
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Sanding Belts. Sanding Belts.
    240 Grit
    320 Grit
    400 Grit
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    Abrasive
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    Abrasive Backing
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    For Use On
    1-9
    10-Up
    1-9
    10-Up
    1-9
    10-Up
    2"72"Aluminum OxideClothSteel, Wood4744A89200000000004744A89300000000005142A7380000000000
    2 1/2"72"Aluminum OxideClothSteel, Wood5142A4250000000000———00———00
    3"72"Aluminum OxideClothSteel, Wood4744A923000000004744A924000000005142A75500000000
    4"72"Aluminum OxideClothSteel, Wood4744A58800000000004744A58700000000005142A7730000000000

    Long-Life Sanding Belts for Stainless Steel and Hard Metals

    These belts last at least 50% longer and sand faster than standard ceramic alumina belts. The specially engineered grit stays cool while cutting, which prevents dulling. It's sharp and dense enough to shape hard metals such as stainless steel, nickel, and cast iron. Ceramic alumina grit continually fractures to produce new, sharp cutting edges. It sands faster and lasts longer than aluminum oxide but requires more force to abrade properly. A slick coating on these belts prevents debris from accumulating on the abrasive surface and keeps operating temperatures low. They also resist deterioration when used with water or cutting fluids. Click on a part number to view the volume discount (if applicable).
    For Rough FinishAbout For Rough Finish
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Sanding Belts. Long-Life Sanding Belts for Stainless Steel and Hard Metals.
    36 Grit
    40 Grit
    50 Grit
    60 Grit
    80 Grit
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    Abrasive
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    1-9
    10-Up
    1-9
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    1-9
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    1-9
    10-Up
    1-9
    10-Up
    2"72"Ceramic AluminaClothStainless Steel, Titanium, Steel, Iron, Nickel4168A3510000000000004168A3520000000000004168A3530000000000004168A3540000000000004168A355000000000000
    For Smooth FinishAbout For Smooth Finish
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Sanding Belts. Long-Life Sanding Belts for Stainless Steel and Hard Metals.
    120 Grit
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    1-9
    10-Up
    2"72"Ceramic AluminaClothStainless Steel, Titanium, Steel, Iron, Nickel4168A356000000000000

    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.
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    For Smooth Finish
    2"72"Silicon CarbideClothSteel, Wood2206131A381000000
     
    For Extra-Smooth Finish
    2"72"Silicon CarbideClothSteel, Wood240, 3206131A7700000
     
    For Polished Finish
    2"72"Silicon CarbideClothSteel, Wood500, 800, 1000, 1200, 1600, 2000, 24006131A7800000
     

    Long-Life Water-Resistant Sanding Belts

    Change your sanding belts less often—these belts have a zirconia alumina abrasive that continuously fractures to form new sharp edges. These self-sharpening edges are great for aggressively removing material on steel and wood. Compared to aluminum oxide sanding belts, these belts sand faster and last longer. Water and cutting fluids won’t break down or soften these belts. A cloth backing makes them flexible yet resistant to tearing. Note: click on a part number to view a volume discount (if applicable).
    For Rough FinishAbout For Rough Finish
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Sanding Belts. Long-Life Water-Resistant Sanding Belts.
    24 Grit
    36 Grit
    40 Grit
    50 Grit
    60 Grit
    80 Grit
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    1-9
    10-Up
    1-9
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    1-9
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    1-9
    10-Up
    1-9
    10-Up
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    10-Up
    2"72"Zirconia AluminaClothSteel, Wood4714A360000000000004714A35000000000004714A34000000000004714A3300000000004714A3200000000004714A310000000000
    For Smooth FinishAbout For Smooth Finish
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Sanding Belts. Long-Life Water-Resistant Sanding Belts.
    120 Grit
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    1-9
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    2"72"Zirconia AluminaClothSteel, Wood4714A4560000000000

    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.
    100 Grit
    120 Grit
    180 Grit
    220 Grit
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    Abrasive
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    2"72"Aluminum OxideClothSteel, Wood4823A1670000004823A1660000004823A1650000004823A564000000
    For Extra-Smooth FinishAbout For Extra-Smooth Finish
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated, Inset. Sanding Belts. Uniform-Finish Sanding Belts.
    280 Grit
    360 Grit
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    2"72"Aluminum OxideClothSteel, Wood4823A5630000004823A562000000
    For Polished FinishAbout For Polished Finish
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated, Inset. Sanding Belts. Uniform-Finish Sanding Belts.
    500 Grit
    600 Grit
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    2"72"Aluminum OxideClothSteel, Wood4823A5610000004823A168000000

    Nylon Mesh Cushioned Sanding Belts

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Sanding Belts. Nylon Mesh Cushioned Sanding Belts.
    When you need to achieve a more consistent finish, choose nylon mesh sanding belts over paper- or cloth-backed belts. The mesh flexes to compensate for uneven sanding pressure as you sand. It's embedded with aluminum oxide, the most common abrasive, which is hard enough to sand steel and wood. These belts resist deterioration when used with water or cutting fluids.
    Coarse Grade—Coarse grade is for deburring and removing heavy rust and surface imperfections.
    Medium Grade—Medium grade is for light cleaning and blending.
    Very-Fine Grade—Very fine grade is for removing fine scratch marks and lines, final finishing, polishing, and preparing surfaces for painting.
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    Coarse Grade
     
    For Rough Finish
    2"72"BrownAluminum OxideNylon MeshSteel, Wood47505A559000000
     
    Medium Grade
     
    For Smooth Finish
    2"72"MaroonAluminum OxideNylon MeshSteel, Wood47505A55800000
     
    Very-Fine Grade
     
    For Extra-Smooth Finish
    2"72"BlueAluminum OxideNylon MeshSteel, Wood47505A55700000
     

    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 FinishAbout For Rough Finish
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Sanding Belts. Sanding Belts for Aluminum, Soft Metals, and Nonmetals.
    60 Grit
    80 Grit
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    1-9
    10-Up
    1-9
    10-Up
    2"72"Silicon CarbideClothAluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber46455A1910000000000046455A19200000000000
    For Smooth FinishAbout For Smooth Finish
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Sanding Belts. Sanding Belts for Aluminum, Soft Metals, and Nonmetals.
    120 Grit
    180 Grit
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    1-9
    10-Up
    1-9
    10-Up
    2"72"Silicon CarbideClothAluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Plastic, Rubber46455A1930000000000046455A19400000000000

    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 Rough FinishAbout For Rough Finish
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Sanding Belts. Water-Resistant Sanding Belts.
    40 Grit
    80 Grit
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    Abrasive
    Material
    Abrasive Backing
    Material
    For Use On
    1-9
    10-Up
    1-9
    10-Up
    2"72"Aluminum OxideClothSteel, Wood4713A452000000000004713A454000000000000
    For Smooth FinishAbout For Smooth Finish
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Sanding Belts. Water-Resistant Sanding Belts.
    120 Grit
    Each
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Abrasive
    Material
    Abrasive Backing
    Material
    For Use On
    1-9
    10-Up
    2"72"Aluminum OxideClothSteel, Wood4713A4560000000000
    For Extra-Smooth FinishAbout For Extra-Smooth Finish
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Sanding Belts. Water-Resistant Sanding Belts.
    240 Grit
    Each
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    Lg.
    Abrasive
    Material
    Abrasive Backing
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    1-9
    10-Up
    2"72"Aluminum OxideClothSteel, Wood4713A4590000000000

    Clog-Resistant Sanding Belts

    Avoid clogs when you're removing paint or rust. The widely spaced grains on these belts give dust and debris a place to collect so they won't build up on the belt’s surface. They use aluminum oxide, the most common abrasive for general sanding. It’s tough and won’t crack under high stress. With a cloth backing, these belts are flexible yet resistant to tearing.
    For Rough FinishAbout For Rough Finish
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Sanding Belts. Clog-Resistant Sanding Belts.
    60 Grit
    80 Grit
    Each
    Each
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Abrasive
    Material
    Abrasive Backing
    Material
    For Use On
    1-9
    10-Up
    1-9
    10-Up
    2"72"Aluminum OxideClothSteel, Wood46495A49000000000046495A390000000000
    For Smooth FinishAbout For Smooth Finish
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Sanding Belts. Clog-Resistant Sanding Belts.
    120 Grit
    Each
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    Abrasive
    Material
    Abrasive Backing
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    1-9
    10-Up
    2"72"Aluminum OxideClothSteel, Wood46495A190000000000
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