Norton 78072728596 Abrasive Belt 60 Grit 1x42 in

Product Description

The NORTON 78072728596 is a coated abrasive belt designed for aggressive material removal on metal, weld seams, and hard surfaces. Built on a polyester cloth backing with a closed-coat zirconia alumina grain at 60 grit, this belt delivers consistent, fast cutting action across its full 1 inch by 42 inch working surface. Zirconia alumina is a self-sharpening abrasive that fractures under pressure to expose fresh cutting edges, making it well-suited for high-stock-removal operations on ferrous and non-ferrous metals. The belt is rated for both wet and dry operation, adding flexibility across different workstation setups. It is part of the R823P series and weighs approximately 0.085 pounds.

This belt fits 1 inch by 42 inch belt grinders and file belt attachments commonly found in fabrication shops, maintenance facilities, and metalworking environments. The 60 grit coarse grade is appropriate for weld blending, edge deburring, scale removal, and initial stock removal passes where surface finish is secondary to cut rate. It is installed and used by fabricators, pipefitters, maintenance technicians, and toolroom machinists working with belt grinder equipment.

Key Features

• Zirconia alumina grain fractures under load to self-sharpen and extend belt life
• Closed-coat construction maximizes grain density for aggressive stock removal
• Polyester cloth backing resists tearing under flex and tension during operation
• Rated for wet and dry operation for use across varied workstation conditions
• 60 grit coarse grade suited for weld blending, deburring, and scale removal
• R823P series construction for consistent performance across the belt run

Compatibility

Designed as a direct-fit replacement belt for 1 inch by 42 inch belt grinders and belt finishing machines. Confirm your machine accepts 1 inch wide by 42 inch long belts before installation.

Installation Notes

Belt grinder installation should be performed by qualified personnel with the machine fully de-energized and unplugged before changing belts. Inspect the contact wheel, idler, and tracking adjustment for wear before seating the new belt. Confirm belt tracking is centered and stable at low speed before resuming full operation. Eye protection and work gloves are required during belt changes and grinding operations.