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Materials
Material Naming Convention
We name our materials using the grain/weight and any other pertinent information. If a material is marked ‘Plus’ or ‘+’ it means the abrasives has a top size lubricant for cool grinding.
| AO/X |
Aluminum Oxide X weight |
| ZA/Y Plus |
Zirconia Alumina Y weight with grinding aid |
| AO/X Open |
Aluminum Oxide X weight Open Coat |
Further details for each grade can be found in the Table below and on our website
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Aluminum Oxide, X-Weight
AO/X General Purpose
An excellent general purpose abrasive, ideal for use on steel, aluminum and composites.
For dry grinding only.
Grain type Aluminum Oxide
Grit Range 24-400
Coating Closed coat
Grinding Aid N/A
Backing 65% poly/35% cotton; X-Wt.
Bonding Phenolic resin |
Aluminum Oxide Premium, Y-weight
AO/Y Premium
An excellent general purpose abrasive, ideal for use on steel, aluminum and composites. Features a highly tear-resistant backing that makes it suitable for deburring or grinding under heavy working conditions.
For wet or dry grinding.
Grain Type Premium Aluminum Oxide
Grit Range 24-120 Y-Wt.;
150-320 X-Wt.
Coating Closed coat
Grinding Aid N/A
Backing 100% polyester 24-120;
Y-Wt. 150-320
Bonding Phenolic resin |
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Aluminum Oxide Compact Grain
AO
Compact grain is an agglomerate of abrasive grains which provide higher stock removal and longer life than ordinary abrasive grains. Used in automated grinding applications on stainless steel and high alloy mild steels.
Grit Type Aluminum Oxide
Grit Range 80 - 320
Coating Closed coat
Grinding Aid Size coat with active filler
Backing 100% polyester; Y-wt
Bonding Phenolic resin
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Aluminum Oxide Plus, X-Weight
AO/X Plus
Especially suited for use on stainless steel or high tensile steels. Material is self-lubricating to avoid over-heating of the work piece, reduce clogging and improve the finish.
For dry grinding only.
Grain Type Premium Aluminum Oxide
Grit Range 36-180
Coating Closed coat
Grinding Aid Size coat/Top size coat
Backing 100% cotton; X-Wt.
Bonding Phenolic resin |
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Aluminum Oxide Standard, J-weight
AO/J
Flexible abrasive ideal for use on steel, soft metals and stainless steel. Especially suited for sanding contours or curves.
For dry grinding only.
Grain Type Aluminum Oxide
Grit Range 60-600
Coating Closed coat
Grinding Aid Size coat
Backing 100% cotton; J-Wt.
Bonding Phenolic resin |
Aluminum Oxide Premium, J-Weight
AO/J Premium
Flexible abrasive ideal for use on steel, soft metals and stainless steel. Heat-treated grain allows sharper cutting and more consistent finishing. Especially suited for sanding contours or curves.
For dry grinding only.
Grain Type Premium Aluminum Oxide
Grit Range 60-400
Coating Closed coat
Grinding Aid Size coat
Backing 100% cotton; J-Wt.
Bonding Phenolic resin |
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Aluminum Oxide Open Coat, X-Weight
AO/X Open Coat
Ideal for use on soft metals and composites. Open coat reduces loading.
Grain Type Aluminum Oxide
Grit Range 40-220
Coating Open coat
Grinding Aid N/A
Backing 65% poly/35% cotton; X-Wt.
Bonding Phenolic resin |
Aluminum Oxide Open Coat, Y-Weight
AO/Y Open Coat
Ideal for use on soft metals and composites. Open coat reduces loading. Washable and coolant/lubricant compatible.
Grain Type Premium heat-treated A/O
Grit Range 36-220
Coating Open coat
Grinding Aid N/A
Backing 65% poly/35% cotton; Y-Wt.
Bonding Phenolic resin |
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Aluminum Oxide AO/E,F Wt. Paper
AO Paper Semi-Open Coat
Recommended for flat surface grinding of soft metals and soft wood.
Grit Type Aluminum Oxide
Grit Range 36-400
Coating Open Coat
Grinding Aid N/A
Backing F-wt. paper 36 to 120 grit
E-wt. paper 150 to 400 grit
Bonding Phenolic Resin over Glue |
Excellent closed coat abrasive ideal for finishing of non-ferrous metals, ceramic, glass and concrete. For wet or dry grinding.
Grain Type Silicon carbide
Grit range 24-600
Coating Closed coat
Grinding Aid N/A
Backing 100%poly;
Y-Wt. 24-80 grit;
X-Wt. 100-600 grit
Bonding Phenolic resin |
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Zirconia Alumina, Y-weight
ZA/Y
Designed for a fast cut in heavy grinding of cast steel, high alloy mild steel and stainless steel.
For wet or dry grinding.
Grain Type Zirconia alumina
Grit Range 24-120
Coating Closed coat
Grinding Aid Size coat
Backing 100% heavy-duty poly; Y-Wt.
Bonding Phenolic resin |
Zirconia Alumina w/Grinding Aid, Y-Weight
ZA/Y Plus
Two grinding aids provide high-performance results under high-pressure, high-heat conditions. Ideal for use on mild, stainless and high-temp alloys.
For dry grinding only.
Grain Type Zirconia alumina
Grit range 24-120
Coating Closed coat
Grinding Aid Cryolite and potassium fluoroborate
Backing 100% heavy-duty poly; Y-Wt.
Bonding Phenolic resin |
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Zirconia Alumina, X-weight
ZA/X
An excellent general purpose abrasive, ideal for use on steel, aluminum and composites. Poly/Cotton backing adds strength and durability to a very competitive product.
For dry grinding only.
Grit Type Zirconia alumina
Grit Range 36-180
Coating Closed coat
Grinding Aid Sizecoat/Top size coat
Backing 100% heavy-duty poly; Y-Wt.
Bonding Phenolic resin |
Ceramic Aluminum Oxide
Ceramic
Full polyester backed product with grinding aid ideal for use on stainless steel and exotic alloys due to its self sharpening grain, which reduces the grinding temperature and increases abrasive life.
For dry grinding only.
Grain Type Ceramic Aluminum Oxide
Grit Range 24-120
Coating Closed coat
Grinding Aid Sizecoat/Top size coat
Backing 100%poly; Y-Wt. 24-60 grit;
X-Wt. 80-120 grit
Bonding Phenolic resin |
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