Norton 78072762074 Abrasive Belt 180 Grit 4x24 in Aluminum Oxide

Product Description

The NORTON 78072762074 is a coated abrasive belt designed for dry grinding, blending, and finishing applications on metal, wood, and composite surfaces. Built on the R228 series platform, it features aluminum oxide abrasive grain bonded to a heavyweight X-weight cloth backing with a closed-coat density. At 180 grit, it falls in the very fine grade range, making it well suited for final-stage material removal, surface conditioning, and pre-finish prep work. The belt measures 4 inches wide by 24 inches long and is compatible with standard belt grinders and finishing machines sized to that specification.

This belt is used in metal fabrication shops, maintenance and repair environments, woodworking operations, and light industrial settings where consistent very fine surface finishes are required. The closed-coat construction delivers uniform scratch patterns and efficient stock removal at the fine end of the grit spectrum. The X-weight cloth backing provides flexibility combined with durability, holding up under sustained dry abrasive operations without early delamination or edge fraying. Typical users include machinists, welders, millwrights, and finish carpenters running bench-top or floor-standing belt grinders.

Key Features

• 180 grit very fine grade aluminum oxide abrasive for controlled finishing and scratch refinement
• Closed-coat abrasive distribution for uniform surface contact and consistent finish quality
• X-weight cloth backing balances flexibility and tensile strength for extended belt life
• R228 series construction rated for dry operation only
• 4 inches x 24 inches size fits a wide range of bench and portable belt grinders
• Sold individually — one belt per package

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or consumable supply for belt grinders and abrasive finishing machines that accept 4 inch x 24 inch abrasive belts in dry-use configurations.

Installation Notes

Belt installation should be performed by a qualified operator with the grinder powered off and unplugged. Confirm belt tracking direction before use — most belts have a recommended run direction indicated by an arrow on the backing. Inspect the contact wheel, platen, and tensioning mechanism for wear before mounting a new belt. Always operate within the machine manufacturer's maximum speed rating for the belt size.