3M 7000118497 Sanding Sheet 40 Grit Aluminum Oxide 314D

Product Description

The 3M 7000118497 is a coarse-grade sanding sheet designed for aggressive material removal in trade and industrial applications. Built on an X-weight cloth backing, it handles the flex and tension demands of hand sanding and power sanding operations without tearing under load. The abrasive media is aluminum oxide, a durable synthetic mineral that fractures to expose fresh cutting edges during use, maintaining cut rate over the life of the sheet. This is a dry-use sheet rated for non-waterproof, non-load-resistant applications. It is part of the 3M 314D series and is sold as a single sheet with a minimum order quantity of 50 units.

This sanding sheet is suited for metal fabrication, woodworking, and general surface preparation tasks where coarse stock removal is required. At 40 grit, it is appropriate for removing weld scale, heavy mill marks, rust, old coatings, or rapidly shaping wood and composite materials. Tradespeople in HVAC fabrication, sheet metal work, pipefitting, and general construction will find this grit useful for initial prep passes before moving to finer grades. It is a dry-use product and is not intended for wet-sanding or water-lubricated applications.

Key Features

• 40 grit aluminum oxide abrasive for aggressive coarse-grade stock removal
• X-weight cloth backing provides durability and flexibility under hand and machine sanding loads
• Dry-use construction rated for non-waterproof applications
• Part of the 3M 314D series, a current catalog production line
• Single-sheet packaging with consistent grit and backing weight per unit

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or standard supply sheet for dry sanding applications requiring coarse 40-grit aluminum oxide abrasive on X-weight cloth backing, consistent with the 3M 314D series specifications.

Installation Notes

This sheet is installed by trade professionals performing surface preparation, metal fabrication, or woodworking operations. Ensure the workpiece and any power tool or sanding block are secure before beginning. Use only in dry conditions, as this sheet is not rated for wet or waterproof use. Inspect the sheet before each use and replace if the abrasive surface is glazed, torn, or otherwise worn.