2 1/2 X 16 Inch Aluminum Oxide Metal Sanding Belts, 6 Pack

$19.88 ~~$30.58~~ In stock

2 1/2x16" Aluminum Oxide Metal Sanding Belts

Our closed coat aluminum oxide sanding belts are designed specifically for use on metal. This industrial grade material features a load and heat reducing top coat, making it excellent for knife making and other metalworking applications. Heavy duty X-weight backing can handle spritzing but is not fully waterproof. Hand built in the USA.

Pack Quantity: 6

Available Grits: 36, 40, 60, 80, 100, 120, 150, 180, 220, 320, 400

Weight: X-weight

Backing Material: Polyester/cotton blend

Waterproof: No

Applications: Ideal for use on stainless steel, high and low carbon steel, nonferrous metals (aluminum, copper, titanium, nickel, etc.), hardwood and solid surface

Closed Coat

Joint: Bi-directional tape joint allows belt to run in EITHER direction (disregard arrows

Grinding Aid: Load and heat reducing top coat

Bonding: Resin over resin

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Customer Reviews (5.0 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Amelia ★★★★★ Oct 22, 2026

The closed coat on these strips handles heat way better than cheaper belts I’ve tried—no glazing even after a long session on my bench grinder. Six in the pack means I’m set for a while, and they’ve held their edge on steel without loading up.

Olivia ★★★★★ Oct 21, 2026

These belts cut through steel much faster than the hardware store ones I was using before, and after ten minutes of grinding there’s still plenty of grit left.

Julian ★★★★★ Oct 20, 2026

The closed coat on these belts really holds up on steel without clogging, and the 2 1/2x16 size fit my sander perfectly. Ran through a decent pile of angle iron and they still cut sharp, no heat buildup issues at all.