Features
- Abrasive grains fracture to expose new cutting edges during use
- Suitable for weld removal, surface preparation, and surface finishing/cleaning
- Material formulation designed for extended belt life
- Available in multiple widths, lengths, and grit sizes
Specifications
| Abrasive | Aluminum oxide (HP formulation) |
| Available Grit Sizes | 40, 60, 80, 120 |
| Available Widths | 1/4", 3/8", 1/2", 3/4" |
| Available Lengths | 13", 18", 20.5", 24" |
| Pieces Per Pack | 10 |
| Typical Applications | Weld removal; surface preparation; surface finishing and cleaning |
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Abrasive belt designed for weld removal, surface preparation, and surface finishing/cleaning. Uses aluminum oxide abrasive that fractures during use to expose new cutting edges, maintaining material removal performance. The backing and abrasive formulation are intended to increase belt life.
Project Ideas
Business
Mobile Weld Blend & Finish Service
Offer on-site weld removal, deburring, and surface finishing for local fabricators, contractors, and artists. Specialize in hard-to-reach joints using narrow belts. Tiered pricing by finish level (prep, brushed, pre-polish) and rush options for production bottlenecks.
Knife Sharpening and Refurb
Set up a narrow-belt sharpening rig for kitchen knives, EDCs, and shop tools. Provide chip removal, bevel reset with 60–80 grit, refine with 120 grit, then hone. Offer cosmetic scratch reorientation and brushed finish upgrades. Partner with chefs and restaurants for recurring service.
Stainless Equipment Finish Care
Provide maintenance and repair finishing for commercial kitchens and breweries: blend welds, remove scratches, and restore uniform grain on stainless tables, rails, and tanks. Sell service contracts with quarterly visits and emergency repairs.
Custom Metal Signage & Panels
Fabricate steel or aluminum signs and brand panels with welded standoffs, then blend welds and apply consistent brush textures using progressive grits. Offer logo cutouts, textured borders, and sealed finishes for retail, cafes, and offices.
Refurbish & Flip Patio Furniture
Source rusty or dented metal patio sets, remove corrosion and bad welds with coarse belts, re-weld if needed, blend, and finish to a smooth surface ready for powder coat. Sell locally or online with before/after marketing to increase margins.
Creative
Brushed Steel Wall Art Panels
Weld small steel panels into geometric mosaics, blend the seams with 60–80 grit belts, then create directional textures and gradients with 120 grit for a satin-brushed look. Apply controlled patinas or heat coloring and clear-coat. Narrow belts are perfect for tight seams and edge detailing.
EDC Knife Blanks and Finishes
Cut simple knife blanks from tool steel, then shape profiles and rough bevels with 40–60 grit. Progress through 80–120 grit for consistent scratch patterns before heat treat. Use the narrow belts to clean plunge lines and choils and add a final brushed finish on flats.
Sculptural Tube Lamps
Weld curved steel tubing into organic lamp forms, then erase welds and blend contours with 60–80 grit belts. Finish surfaces to a uniform sheen with 120 grit and add subtle texture bands. Complete with a matte clear coat and minimalist hardware for a gallery-ready piece.
Upcycled Industrial Side Tables
Repurpose machine stands or steel offcuts into side tables. Use coarse belts to remove old weld spatter, rust, and paint, re-weld as needed, and blend seams. Finish with a consistent brush pattern and pair with a reclaimed wood or glass top for contrast.
Custom Bicycle Frame Finishing
After brazing or TIG welding a steel frame or rack, use the belts to precisely blend fillets and clean heat discoloration on joints without rounding tubes excessively. Final pass with 120 grit creates a uniform raw-steel aesthetic ready for clear powder or oil finish.