3M 7100029969 Scotch-brite Durable Flex Abrasive Belt 18 in

Product Description

The 3M 7100029969 is a non-woven abrasive belt designed for demanding detail work on metal surfaces, including deburring, blending, and surface finishing. Built on a reinforced low-stretch backing, the belt delivers aggressive conditioning capability while maintaining enough conformability to follow contours and edges without gouging the workpiece. The non-woven construction refines and preps metal without significantly altering the substrate beneath, making it suitable for finish-critical applications. Metal fabricators, welders, and industrial maintenance technicians are the primary users of this belt.

This belt is suited for use on belt sanders equipped with small contact wheels, where flexibility and edge durability are critical. Its low-stretch backing and superior edge integrity allow it to perform consistently on curved profiles, weld seams, tube ends, and tight radii. It is appropriate for both ferrous and non-ferrous metals in light industrial, fabrication shop, and maintenance settings. The belt is sold individually and is intended for repeated use until the abrasive is depleted.

Key Features

• Reinforced low-stretch backing supports aggressive material conditioning and controlled cut
• Non-woven construction conforms to contours without gouging or over-cutting
• Superior edge durability reduces belt rollover and premature wear at the edges
• High flexibility resists chunking and performs reliably on small-contact-wheel belt sanders
• Leaves a burr-free finish after deburring and blending operations
• Effective for deburring, blending, cleaning, and surface prep on a variety of metals

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-use abrasive belt for belt sander applications requiring a non-woven, conformable abrasive in an 18-inch belt format.

Installation Notes

Installation of abrasive belts should be performed by the equipment operator following the belt sander manufacturer's belt-change procedure. Ensure the machine is fully powered off and unplugged before changing the belt. Verify belt tracking and tension before resuming operation. Always wear appropriate PPE including eye protection and gloves when handling abrasive products.

Technical Specifications

• Belt Length: 18 inches
• Abrasive Type: Non-Woven Aluminum Oxide (AO)
• Backing: Reinforced Low-Stretch Non-Woven
• Unit of Measure: Each
• Minimum Order Quantity: 20
• Weight: 0.05 pounds
• UPC: 00048011644721

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7100029969