The CGW 52888 abrasive belt is designed for versatile metalworking and fabrication tasks, providing sustained material removal on ferrous and non-ferrous metals, as well as certain plastics, composites, and wood. This 43" W x 75" L belt uses aluminum oxide grain bonded to an X-Weight backing, with a closed coat that maximizes abrasive contact for rapid stock removal while promoting longer belt life under typical metalworking conditions. The X-Weight backing offers a balance of stiffness and flexibility to suit a range of belt-driven sanding or grinding equipment, helping maintain a consistent cut across wide workpieces.
Key construction details include aluminum oxide grain with a 150-grit specification, which provides coarse yet controlled material removal suitable for initial shaping and deburring tasks. The closed-coat formulation minimizes gaps between abrasive grains, reducing clogging and maintaining effective cutting action during extended runs. This belt is packaged as a single unit, with five belts per box, fitting compatible single-belt applications used in facility maintenance and metal fabrication workflows.
When selecting this belt, consider the workpiece material and the desired balance between material removal rate and surface finish. The 43" by 75" dimensions indicate suitability for larger sanding or grinding conveyors and machines that accommodate longer belt paths. As with all abrasive belts, ensure appropriate machine compatibility, tensioning, and safety practices are followed, and inspect belts for wear or glazing to determine replacement timing.
Features:
- Aluminum oxide grain on X-Weight backing
- Closed coat for rapid stock removal and long belt life
- Suitable for ferrous metals, stainless steel, non-ferrous metals, plastics, composites, and wood
- Grit: 150; Grade/Hardness: X-Weight
- Size: 43 in x 75 in
- Grain:
- Aluminum Oxide
- Grit:
- 150
- Grade/Hardness:
- X-Weight
- Package Size:
- Each
- Box Quantity:
- 5
