3M 7100198872 Trizact 953FA Abrasive Belt Ceramic Cloth

Product Description

The 3M 7100198872 is a Trizact 953FA abrasive belt engineered for fast, aggressive material removal in precision grinding applications. It features a 3M proprietary ceramic grain that delivers consistent cutting action throughout the life of the belt. The XF-weight cloth backing provides durability while maintaining enough flexibility for demanding wet grinding work. At 52.75 inches long and 2 inches wide, this belt is sized for centerless and flat grinding equipment used in ferrous, stainless steel, and nonferrous metal fabrication. Licensed abrasive technicians and machine operators in production grinding environments are the primary users.

This belt is designed for wet centerless or flat grinding and finishing operations where accurate part geometry and repeatable surface finish are required. It performs well on ferrous, stainless steel, and nonferrous workpieces. It is a practical alternative to bonded abrasive wheels, eliminating the need for new machine investment or additional production shifts. Typical applications include dimensioning and blending operations in high-throughput manufacturing settings. Its consistent grain structure reduces dependence on operator skill to hold close tolerances and finish specifications.

Key Features

• Proprietary 3M ceramic grain provides fast, aggressive cutting action
• XF-weight cloth backing combines durability with flexibility
• Consistent, predictable results support accurate part geometry and finish
• Higher throughput potential — fewer belt changes during production runs
• Suitable alternative to bonded abrasive wheels without new equipment investment
• Effective on ferrous, stainless steel, and nonferrous workpieces

Compatibility

Designed for use on wet centerless and flat grinding machines that accept belts measuring 52.75 inches long by 2 inches wide in production grinding and finishing operations on metal workpieces.

Installation Notes

Abrasive belt installation should be performed by qualified machine operators following the equipment manufacturer's belt-change procedures. Ensure the grinding machine is fully de-energized and all moving parts have come to a complete stop before replacing belts. Verify belt tracking and tension per the machine manufacturer's specifications before resuming operation. Wet grinding applications require proper coolant flow to be confirmed prior to running the belt.

Technical Specifications

• Belt Length: 52.75 inches
• Belt Width: 2 inches
• Abrasive Type: Ceramic
• Backing Material: XF-weight Cloth
• Application: Wet centerless and flat grinding
• Weight: 9.158 pounds
• UPC: 638060399366

Standard Information

• Brand: 3M
• Manufacturer Part Number: 7100198872