Norton 78072766768 Abrasive Belt 120 Grit 6x48 in R984

Product Description

The NORTON 78072766768 is a coated abrasive belt engineered for demanding material removal and finishing applications. Built on a heavy-duty Y-weight polyester cloth backing, this belt uses ceramic alumina grain in a closed-coat configuration to deliver consistent, aggressive cutting action across its full service life. At 120 grit, it falls in the fine grade range, making it well suited for stock removal where surface finish quality matters alongside cut rate. The belt measures 6 inches wide by 48 inches long and weighs 1.4 pounds. It is rated for both wet and dry operation, adding flexibility across different shop environments and workpiece materials.

This belt is designed for use on industrial and heavy-duty belt grinders and sanders with a 6 x 48 inch platen or contact arm configuration. Typical applications include weld blending, deburring, and surface conditioning on metal fabrication workpieces such as steel, stainless, and hard alloys. The R984 series ceramic alumina grain is particularly effective on high-tensile materials where conventional aluminum oxide belts wear prematurely. Fine-grade grit suits intermediate finishing passes after coarser stock removal stages. Both production shops and field fabrication environments use this belt type regularly.

Key Features

• Ceramic alumina abrasive grain for high cut rate on hard and high-tensile metals
• Closed-coat construction maximizes grain density and cutting surface coverage
• Y-weight polyester cloth backing resists stretching and tearing under heavy pressure
• Rated for wet and dry operation for versatile shop use
• 120 fine grit for intermediate to finish-stage material removal
• R984 series designation for consistent belt-to-belt performance

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or standard consumable for belt grinders and sanders accepting 6 x 48 inch abrasive belts.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by trained fabricators or abrasive equipment operators. Before mounting, power down and lock out the belt sander or grinder per OSHA lockout/tagout procedures. Inspect the contact wheel, platen, and tracking mechanism for wear before fitting a new belt. Verify belt orientation with the arrow on the backing when present, and confirm proper tension and tracking before resuming operation.