The CGW 44917 abrasive sheet is a 9 by 11 inch sheet designed for metalworking and maintenance tasks. It features a 400-grit aluminum oxide abrasive mounted on a J-weight backing, which provides a balance of rigidity and flexibility suitable for from-the-workbench finishing and light deburring. This combination is well-suited for smoothing rough edges, removing burrs, and preparing metal surfaces for coatings or further processing, without aggressively cutting into the base material.
The sheet is provided in a practical packaging size of one sheet per unit with a box quantity of 50, supporting procurement and stocking for maintenance departments. Aluminum oxide is a common abrasive choice for metal fabrication and general maintenance because it generally offers consistent performance across a range of metals and is compatible with typical shop usage conditions. The 400-grit grade offers a fine-to-medium finish that can improve surface texture while maintaining workable stock removal rates.
In practice, this abrasive sheet can be used with standard sheet-advancement systems or hand-held sanding blocks, depending on the task and space constraints. When selecting grits and backing for a given job, consider whether a finer finish or faster material removal is required, and align the choice with the metal type and desired surface quality. Because the product is listed as a sheet with a specific grain and backing, it should be used as intended for consistent results and predictable wear patterns.
Features:
- Aluminum oxide abrasive for versatile metalworking use
- Grit: 400 for a balance of material removal and finish
- J-Weight backing provides flexibility and durability
- Package size: Each, Box Quantity: 50
- 9" x 11" sheet size suitable for standard grinders
- Used extensively in metalworking and maintenance departments
- Grain:
- Aluminum Oxide
- Grit:
- 400
- Grade/Hardness:
- J-Weight
- Package Size:
- Each
- Box Quantity:
- 50
