Norton 78072721595 Abrasive Belt 60 Grit 2-1/2x60 in

Product Description

The NORTON 78072721595 is a coated abrasive belt engineered for dry grinding, blending, and material removal on belt sanders and grinder-polisher units. Built on an X-weight cloth backing, this belt handles moderate to heavy stock removal with the durability needed in production and maintenance environments. The aluminum oxide abrasive is bonded in a closed-coat pattern at 60 grit, placing it firmly in the coarse grade range. At 2.5 inches wide and 60 inches in overall length, this belt fits a range of stationary and portable belt sanding machines common in metal fabrication, woodworking, and general industrial applications. It is part of the Norton R228 series.

This belt is suited for dry material removal on ferrous and non-ferrous metals, hardwoods, composites, and similar substrates. The closed-coat aluminum oxide construction delivers consistent cut rate and surface scratch pattern throughout the belt's service life. Typical users include metal fabricators, welders, millwrights, and woodworking professionals running belt sanders in shop or field maintenance settings. The coarse 60 grit makes it appropriate for initial stock removal, weld blending, and surface conditioning before finer finishing passes.

Key Features

• Aluminum oxide abrasive for consistent cut on metal and wood substrates
• 60 grit coarse grade suited for aggressive stock removal and weld blending
• X-weight cloth backing provides strength and flexibility under load
• Closed-coat construction delivers uniform scratch pattern and cut rate
• Dry-use design — not intended for wet or coolant-flooded applications
• Part of the Norton R228 series for industrial belt sanding applications

Compatibility

Designed to fit belt sanders and abrasive grinder-polisher machines accepting a 2.5-inch by 60-inch abrasive belt. Verify machine specifications for correct belt width and length before installation.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by equipment operators and maintenance technicians. Power down and lockout-tagout the belt sander before changing belts. Confirm belt tracking direction matches the arrow marked on the belt backing before tensioning. Inspect the platen, contact wheel, and drive components for wear before fitting a new belt.