3M 7010360815 Abrasive Belt 340D P120 Grit 21x3 Inch Ao Cloth

Product Description

The 3M 7010360815 is the 340D aluminum oxide cloth abrasive belt, built for aggressive stock removal in high-production sanding environments. Constructed with a heavyweight cloth backing and open coat architecture, this belt resists loading during use on wood and metal surfaces. The P120 grit rating positions it for intermediate material removal where a balance of cut rate and surface finish is needed. At 21 inches long and 3 inches wide, the belt fits standard portable, edge, and wide belt sanding equipment. Resin bond construction allows the abrasive to handle elevated heat and pressure without breaking down prematurely, extending service life across heavy-use applications.

This belt is designed for both wood and metal sanding applications in production shop and job site environments. The open coat layout is particularly effective on resinous or gummy wood species such as pine, where conventional closed coat belts tend to load quickly. The washable cloth backing allows the belt to be cleaned and returned to service when sanding high-loading substrates, reducing consumable costs in repetitive production runs. Typical users include furniture manufacturers, millwork shops, metal fabricators, and general woodworking operations running portable belt sanders, edge sanders, or wide belt sanding machines.

Key Features

• Premium aluminum oxide abrasive delivers increased cut rate and extended abrasive life
• Open coat construction resists loading on wood and metal surfaces
• Heavyweight cloth backing withstands the demands of high-production sanding environments
• Washable backing supports repeated use on high-loading substrates such as pine
• Resin bond construction handles high heat and pressure for longer service life
• Fits portable belt, edge, and wide belt sanding equipment

Compatibility

Designed for use on standard 21-inch by 3-inch belt sanding equipment including portable belt sanders, edge sanders, and wide belt sanding machines used in woodworking and metal fabrication applications.

Installation Notes

Belt installation should be performed with the sander disconnected from power. Verify belt tracking direction arrows align with the machine's drive direction before powering on. Inspect the platen and contact wheel for wear or damage before mounting a new belt, as surface irregularities can cause premature belt failure. Allow the belt to run briefly without contact to confirm proper tracking before beginning work.

Technical Specifications

• Grit: P120
• Abrasive Material: Aluminum Oxide
• Backing Type: Heavyweight Cloth
• Coat Type: Open Coat
• Bond Type: Resin
• Belt Length: 21 inches
• Belt Width: 3 inches
• Weight: 0.08 pounds
• Unit of Measure: Each
• UPC: 00051144274956

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7010360815