Anabrasivebeltis used in woodworking and metal
work. Theabrasivebeltis
often referred to as a sandingbeltor
sandpaperbeltand
is used to smooth out a rough surface finish. In many instances, theabrasivebeltmight be used to actually shape a
piece or create a part from a larger piece of stock by grinding the piece to a
desired size and shape. Typically fitted around two or more rubber wheels and
driven by an electric motor, theabrasivebeltis
an important component in most work shops.
Theabrasivebeltis constructed by gluing roughabrasiveparticles onto a cloth or
paper-likebeltin a circular configuration. Thebeltis constructed to give the
operator a durable, long-lasting product to work with. Theabrasivebits used on the surface of thebeltare applied in differing sizes,
which are known as grits. The larger the grit or number of grits given to abelt,
the larger theabrasivebits
on thebelt. A higher grit rating also
reflects a lesser number ofabrasivebits on thebelt.