3M.68696

When traditional aluminum oxide belts aren't cutting it, try our 3M™ cloth belt 577F with alumina zirconia abrasive grain. It offers increased cutting efficiency compared to aluminum oxide and has a heavy, water-resistant polyester backing that stands up to high-pressure applications and edge work. 3M™ cloth belt 577F is recommended for use on aluminum, mild steel and stainless steel or other exotic metal alloys for dimensioning parts, deburring, blending and finishing castings and forgings. To protect heat-sensitive alloys such as stainless steel, nickel alloys and cobalt alloys, a grinding aid is incorporated in the belt reduces running temperatures. Additionally, the abrasive is firmly bonded to the backing with resin to maintain durability under high heat and pressure. Alumina zirconia fractures frequently to continually produce sharp points and deliver a faster cut-rate than aluminum oxide. A synthetic mineral, it was developed for heavy stock removal and high-pressure grinding. Abrasive belts come in many different widths and lengths and are used on a variety of different belt sanding tools for many different metalworking applications. 3M™ offers a broad selection of belts to fit most any industrial belt sander. Wider belts are used with wide belt sanders and feed-through style flat finishers to smooth rough cut edges of metal sheets or add a grain pattern to stainless steel sheets. Medium-width belts are generally used on a backstand for weld removal or for imparting a finish. Narrow belts can be used on file tools to access right angle corners for finishing.

3M™ Abrasive Belt, Series: 577F Series, 24 in Length, 1/2 in Width, 80 Grit, Alumina Zirconia Abrasive, Polyester Cloth Backing, YF Backing Weight, Applicable Materials: Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Carbon Steel, Cobalt, Nickel Alloy, Stainless Steel, Titanium, Dry, Wet, Resin Bond, Closed Coat, Brown/Green

• Alumina zirconia mineral with grinding aid provides more cutting power than aluminum oxide
• Heavyweight cloth backing provides durability in high-production operations
• Runs cool for reliable use on heat-sensitive metals like aluminum and stainless steel
• Tough and versatile alumina zirconia mineral cuts fast and performs well on many substrates