{"product_id":"norton-78072717971-abrasive-belt-180-grit-1x12-in-aluminum-oxide","title":"Norton 78072717971 Abrasive Belt 180 Grit 1x12 in Aluminum Oxide","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe NORTON 78072717971 is a coated abrasive belt designed for dry precision sanding applications in trade and industrial settings. Built on a cloth backing with an X-weight designation for added durability and rigidity, this belt runs on standard 1 inch by 12 inch belt sanders. The abrasive material is aluminum oxide in a closed-coat configuration at 180 grit, placing it firmly in the very fine grade range. That combination delivers consistent stock removal while leaving a refined surface finish on metals, wood, and composite materials. HVAC fabricators, pipefitters, and metal finishers working on seam prep or deburring are the typical end users.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis belt is suited for dry belt sander applications requiring a fine finishing pass. The 1 inch width fits narrow-profile belt sanders and file belt tools commonly used for contour work, tight joints, and edge finishing. The 12 inch length is a standard sizing for benchtop and handheld belt sander machines used in trade shop environments. The closed-coat density ensures continuous abrasive contact across the workpiece surface, making it effective on harder materials where consistent scratch pattern uniformity matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e180 grit aluminum oxide abrasive for very fine material removal and surface finishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClosed-coat construction for continuous abrasive contact and uniform scratch pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eX-weight cloth backing provides flexibility combined with tear resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry operation only — not rated for wet sanding applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeries R228 designation for cross-reference and replacement ordering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard 1 inch x 12 inch sizing fits a wide range of belt sander tooling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned as an OEM-style replacement or consumable for belt sander tools accepting 1 inch by 12 inch abrasive belts in dry operation configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation is performed by trade professionals and shop technicians using compatible belt sander equipment. Ensure the machine is powered down and unplugged before changing belts. Verify belt tracking alignment after installation and run the sander briefly at reduced load to confirm proper seating before full-pressure use. Do not use this belt in wet or coolant-flooded grinding applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBelt Width\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBelt Length\u003c\/strong\u003e: 12 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrit\u003c\/strong\u003e: 180\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrade\u003c\/strong\u003e: Very Fine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbrasive Material\u003c\/strong\u003e: Aluminum Oxide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbrasive Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Coated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoat Density\u003c\/strong\u003e: Closed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBacking Material\u003c\/strong\u003e: Cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBacking Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e: X\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWet\/Dry Operation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries\u003c\/strong\u003e: R228\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.2 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Quantity\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUNSPSC Code\u003c\/strong\u003e: 31191507\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eStandard Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: NORTON\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 78072717971\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"NORTON","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51538309513522,"sku":"78072717971","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/6357d2e26468af8870d73c850639e4cc.jpg?v=1785822616","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/norton-78072717971-abrasive-belt-180-grit-1x12-in-aluminum-oxide","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}