Norton 076607-61278 Wide Belt Zirconia 37x60 in 60 Grit

Product Description

The NORTON 076607-61278 is a wide abrasive belt constructed on a zirconia alumina grain with a Y-weight cloth backing. Y-weight cloth is a heavy-duty woven backing that resists tearing and stretching under aggressive stock removal conditions, making it well suited for high-pressure wide-belt sanding applications. At 60 grit, this belt sits in the coarse range and is intended for rapid material removal, weld blending, and surface conditioning on metal and wood. Licensed trades and industrial grinding professionals install and operate wide-belt sanders equipped with belts of this type.

This belt measures 37 inches wide by 60 inches in length and is packaged in a quantity of 3 per unit of sale. It is used in wide-belt sanding machines found in metal fabrication shops, woodworking facilities, and production finishing lines. The zirconia grain self-sharpens as it breaks down, extending usable belt life compared to standard aluminum oxide in heavy stock-removal applications. Typical uses include flat stock grinding, structural steel surface prep, and dimensional lumber sizing.

Key Features

• Zirconia alumina grain for aggressive stock removal and extended belt life through self-sharpening fracture
• Y-weight cloth backing resists tearing and deformation under high-pressure machine operation
• 60 grit coarse cut suitable for rapid material removal and weld blending
• 37 x 60 inch dimensions sized for industrial wide-belt sanding equipment
• Sold in packs of 3 belts per unit of sale

Compatibility

Designed for use in wide-belt sanding machines that accept a 37 x 60 inch abrasive belt. Verify drum and platen dimensions on the specific machine before installation.

Installation Notes

Belt installation should be performed by a qualified operator with the sanding machine fully powered down and locked out per OSHA lockout/tagout procedures. Confirm belt tracking and tension settings according to the machine manufacturer guidelines before resuming operation. Inspect the belt splice and backing for any damage before mounting. Never operate a wide-belt sander with a belt that shows fraying, delamination, or a compromised splice joint.

Technical Specifications

• Grain Type: Zirconia Alumina
• Backing: Y-Weight Cloth
• Grit: 60 (Coarse)
• Belt Width: 37 inches
• Belt Length: 60 inches
• Package Quantity: 3 belts
• Unit of Measure: Each
• Minimum Order Quantity: 3

Standard Information

• Brand: NORTON
• Manufacturer Part Number: 076607-61278