Superior Abrasives A009722 Shop Roll 240 Grit 1.5in 50yd

Product Description

The SUPERIOR ABRASIVES A009722 is a 240-grit aluminum oxide shop roll designed for precision sanding and finishing work across metal, wood, and composite surfaces. At 1.5 inches wide and 50 yards long, this roll gives technicians and tradespeople a continuous supply of abrasive material that can be torn to custom lengths as needed. The J-weight cloth backing provides flexibility for contoured or irregular surfaces while maintaining enough body to resist tearing under moderate pressure. Aluminum oxide abrasive is a durable, self-sharpening grain well suited to general-purpose material removal and fine finishing passes.

This shop roll is a standard shop consumable used in HVAC fabrication, plumbing rough-in, electrical conduit prep, metalworking, and woodworking applications. The 240-grit designation places it in the fine finishing range, making it appropriate for surface prep before coating, deburring edges, or smoothing welds and solder joints. The roll format is common in maintenance shops, field service vehicles, and production environments where technicians need to cut abrasive strips to fit specific tasks without pre-cut sheet limitations.

Key Features

• 240 grit aluminum oxide abrasive for fine finishing and surface prep
• 1.5-inch width suits narrow workpieces, tubing, and contoured surfaces
• 50-yard roll length provides extended supply before replacement
• J-weight cloth backing offers flexibility for curved or irregular surfaces
• Tear-to-length format reduces waste and adapts to varied task sizes
• Red color for easy grit identification in mixed-supply environments

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose shop roll compatible with hand sanding, sanding blocks, and inline or oscillating power tools that accept shop roll stock cut to length.

Installation Notes

Shop rolls are installed by hand or loaded into tool holders compatible with the roll width. Secure the leading edge before applying pressure to avoid slippage during use. Inspect the backing for tears before each use, and discard sections where the abrasive grain has worn through to prevent substrate gouging. No special tools or trade certifications are required, though proper PPE including eye protection and gloves is recommended when sanding metal or composite materials.