The lightweight cloth backing of our 3M™ Portable Utility Cloth Roll 314D provides excellent flexibility and

resists tears even when twisted or folded, but can be torn by hand when needed.

Utility cloth sheets are a good choice for general sanding and maintenance of metal or wood surfaces. The

cloth backing in sheet form provides the flexibility needed to sand circular edges or small pieces, without

tearing as easily as paper or losing grit from folding or bending. On the other hand, the cloth can be torn by

hand when a smaller piece is needed, without compromising the sanding surface.

Aluminum oxide is a popular choice among industrial professionals because of its fast cut-rate and long life.

This mineral makes a tough, durable abrasive that self-fractures to expose fresh cutting edges, whereas