2 X 72 Inch Aluminum Oxide Metal Sanding Belts, 6 Pack

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. These belts are well-suited for stock removal, blade profiling, blade sharpening, and more. The heavy-duty X-weight backing can handle spritzing but is not fully waterproof. The belts can be attached to a knife belt sander, benchstand grinder, portable belt sander, or backstand belt grinder.

2” x 72” Aluminum Oxide Sanding Belt Product Details

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

Open Vs Closed Coat Aluminum Oxide

Aluminum oxide belts are available in two different coatings: open and closed coat. Closed coat aluminum oxide belts have more abrasive material covering the surface area. The higher grit-to-surface ratio allows the belts to cut more aggressively, which makes them ideal for hard materials like metal. 

These belts are closed coat aluminum oxide, which is why they’re labeled as metalworking sanding belts. In addition to metal, closed coat aluminum oxide also works well with hardwoods like desert ironwood, African blackwood, and Cocobolo. If you’re planning to use your belt sander for woodworking and you’ll primarily be working with soft woods, you’ll likely want open coat aluminum oxide belts instead. Red Label Abrasives also produces 2 X 72 open coat aluminum oxide belts. 

Why Choose Red Label For Your 2X72 Inch Aluminum Oxide Sanding Belts?

The abrasive technicians at Red Label have spent years improving processes, investing in cutting-edge manufacturing technology, and building an exceptional team. We’re confident you’ll have a hard time finding belts that rival ours in terms of quality and value. Our 2 X 72 inch closed coat aluminum oxide sanding belts are industrial grade. Our belts outlast and outperform many of our competitors.  

Red Label Abrasives is a family-owned company that has been operating for over 35 years. All of our sanding belts are handbuilt with care in the USA. Our belts are manufactured and shipped from our Michigan factory. 

Questions? Let Our Abrasive Technicians Help You

We realize that selecting sanding belts can be overwhelming with so many different grain and grit options. Our abrasive technicians would love to help you if you have questions about our 2 X 72 inch aluminum oxide belts or if you’re not sure which belts would be best for your application. You can contact us by calling (844) 824-1956 or filling out a contact form and one of our abrasive technicians will assist you.