{"product_id":"norton-78072722830-abrasive-belt-50-grit-10x70-5-in","title":"Norton 78072722830 Abrasive Belt 50 Grit 10x70.5 in","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe NORTON 78072722830 is a coated abrasive belt designed for heavy material removal on industrial and commercial belt sanders and grinder setups. Built on the Series R228 platform, it features aluminum oxide abrasive grain bonded to an X-weight cloth backing with a closed coat density. At 50 grit, this is a coarse-grade belt suited for aggressive stock removal, weld blending, and surface conditioning on metal, wood, or composite materials. It measures 10 inches wide by 70.5 inches long and weighs 1.5 pounds. Dry operation only. Fabricators, metalworkers, and woodworking professionals are the primary installers of this belt.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis belt fits large-format stationary belt sanders and wide belt grinding machines that accept a 10 inch by 70.5 inch belt. It is well suited for production environments requiring consistent, repeatable coarse-stock removal. Typical applications include weld seam leveling, rust and scale removal, rough dimensioning of lumber, and initial surface prep on structural steel. The closed coat construction delivers continuous abrasive contact, making it effective on soft to medium-hardness materials where loading is not a primary concern.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e50 grit coarse grade for aggressive stock removal and initial surface prep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminum oxide abrasive material provides consistent cutting on metal and wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eX-weight cloth backing resists tearing under high-tension belt sander operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClosed coat density maximizes abrasive coverage for fast, uniform material removal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry-use construction suitable for standard shop environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeries R228 design for dimensional consistency across production runs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned as a direct-fit replacement abrasive belt for large stationary belt sanders and wide-belt grinding machines requiring a 10 inch by 70.5 inch belt size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation should be performed by a qualified machine operator or maintenance technician familiar with belt sander equipment. Always power down and lock out the machine before changing the belt. Confirm belt tracking and tension settings match the machine manufacturer specifications before resuming operation. Inspect the platen, contact drum, and tracking guides for wear before installing a new belt.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBelt Width\u003c\/strong\u003e: 10 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBelt Length\u003c\/strong\u003e: 70.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrit\u003c\/strong\u003e: 50\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrade\u003c\/strong\u003e: Coarse\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: 1.5 pounds\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: 78072722830\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"NORTON","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51542160015666,"sku":"78072722830","price":65.46,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/c6c0eb12ff8bba53800fe4157ab560cd.jpg?v=1785894053","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/norton-78072722830-abrasive-belt-50-grit-10x70-5-in","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}