Norton 78072763912 Abrasive Belt 80 Grit Ceramic

Product Description

The NORTON 78072763912 is a coated abrasive belt designed for heavy-duty material removal on metal, stainless steel, and hard alloys. Built around a ceramic abrasive grain on a closed-coat, Y-weight polyester cloth backing, this belt delivers consistent cut rates across its full service life. Measuring 2.5 inches wide by 60 inches long with an 80 grit medium grade, it is suited to high-pressure belt grinding and finishing applications where heat resistance and grain durability matter. It is part of the R983 series and supports both wet and dry operation.

This belt is intended for use on stationary or portable belt grinders and wide-belt sanding machines that accept a 2.5 x 60 inch belt. Typical applications include weld blending, stock removal on ferrous and non-ferrous metals, and edge chamfering in fabrication or maintenance shops. The ceramic grain self-sharpens under load, making this belt appropriate for aggressive cutting tasks on hard materials where aluminum oxide belts lose cut rate prematurely. It is commonly used by metalworkers, welders, and maintenance machinists.

Key Features

• Ceramic abrasive grain for self-sharpening cut and extended belt life on hard metals
• Closed-coat construction provides uniform abrasive coverage and consistent stock removal
• Y-weight polyester cloth backing resists tearing and stretching under high-tension grinding
• 80 grit medium grade balances aggressive stock removal with reasonable surface finish
• Wet and dry operation compatible for flexible shop use
• R983 series designation for straightforward reorder identification

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-fit abrasive belt for belt grinders and finishing machines that accept a 2.5 x 60 inch belt size.

Installation Notes

Abrasive belts are installed and replaced by machinists, fabricators, or maintenance technicians following the belt grinder manufacturer's tensioning and tracking procedures. Before changing a belt, power down and lock out the grinder per OSHA lockout/tagout requirements. Inspect the contact wheel and idler for wear or buildup before mounting the new belt. Ensure belt travel direction matches the arrow marked on the belt seam joint, if present.