Tru-maxx 7173 Abrasive Belt 50 Grit 2x132 in Aluminum Oxide

Product Description

The TRU-MAXX 7173 is a coated abrasive belt designed for aggressive material removal on belt sanders and similar power abrasive equipment. Measuring 2 inches wide by 132 inches long, it uses aluminum oxide grain in a closed-coat configuration at 50 grit, placing it firmly in the coarse grade range. The polyester cloth backing is rated X-weight, giving it the stiffness and tear resistance needed for heavy-duty grinding, blending, and stock removal tasks. This belt is rated for dry use only. Metalworkers, fabricators, and general trades professionals working in production or maintenance environments are the primary installers and users.

This belt suits stationary or portable belt sanding equipment that accepts a 2-inch by 132-inch belt. Common applications include weld blending, surface prep before coating, deburring steel and other ferrous metals, and shaping wood or composite materials. The 50-grit coarse cut is best matched to initial stock removal or leveling uneven surfaces before stepping up to finer grits. Dry operation is required — do not use this belt with water-based or oil-based coolants.

Key Features

• 50-grit coarse aluminum oxide abrasive for fast, aggressive stock removal
• Closed-coat construction maximizes abrasive grain coverage for consistent cut rate
• X-weight polyester cloth backing resists tearing under high belt tension and heat
• 2 inches wide by 132 inches long — fits standard belt sanding machines accepting this size
• Dry-use rated — suitable for ferrous metals, wood, and composites without coolant

Compatibility

Designed to fit belt sanders and abrasive grinders that accept a 2-inch by 132-inch abrasive belt in dry-use applications.

Installation Notes

Belt installation should be performed by a qualified operator following the equipment manufacturer's guidelines. Power down and unplug or lock out the machine before loading or removing the belt. Verify belt tracking and tension before resuming operation, and confirm the belt runs in the correct directional arrow orientation if marked. Inspect the belt for tears or separations at the splice joint before each use — a damaged belt should not be run.