Catalogue - Sanding Belt
Sanding Belt
Whitby Abrasives sanding belts cover every application from compact portable tools to heavy-duty stationary grinders. Available in Zirconia and Ceramic formulas for heat-resistant, self-sharpening performance, or Aluminum Oxide belts for versatile everyday sanding on metal, wood, and composites — widths from 3/8″ to 4″ and lengths up to 72″.
Zirconia / Ceramic: self-sharpening grain with long life and high heat resistance, ideal for metal, stainless steel, and hard alloys.
Aluminum Oxide: versatile general-purpose grain for metal, wood, leather, and composites across a full grit range.
Choose your size and grit on the product page, or ask us for bulk pricing.
Zirconia & Ceramic Sanding Belts
Self-sharpening Zirconia and Ceramic grain belts engineered for long life and high-performance cutting on metal, stainless steel, and hard alloys. Excellent heat resistance reduces loading and glazing for consistent, aggressive stock removal across a full grit range.
SKU B1-1
3/8″ × 13″ Zirconia Sanding Belt
Compact zirconia belt for tight-space metal work on power files and detail sanders.
Self-sharpening zirconia grain belt sized for power-file tools used in tight spaces, small slots, and detail metalwork. Aggressive stock removal with extended belt life on hard alloys.
Key Features
- Compact zirconia belt for tight spaces, small files, and detail work on metal
- Self-sharpening grain for aggressive, consistent stock removal
- Excellent heat resistance reduces loading and glazing
Perfect for: fabricators and welders doing detail metal work on hand-held power files and narrow-belt sanders.
Specifications
| Identification | SKU | B1-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Zirconia | |
| Dimensions | Width | 3/8″ (9.5 mm) |
| Length | 13″ (330 mm) | |
| Performance | Available Grits | 40 / 60 / 80 |
| Use on | Metal, stainless steel, hard alloys | |
| Packaging | Package | 10 pcs |
SKU B2-1
1/2″ × 18″ Zirconia Sanding Belt
Narrow-profile zirconia belt for consistent cutting on portable power filers.
Narrow zirconia belt engineered for portable power filers and belt sanders. Heat-resistant ceramic-grade grain extends belt life on hard metals and alloys.
Key Features
- Narrow-profile zirconia belt for portable power filers and belt sanders
- Excellent heat resistance extends belt life on hard metals and alloys
- Self-sharpening grain maintains aggressive cutting action
Perfect for: tradespeople and metalworkers running portable belt sanders and power files on steel and stainless.
Specifications
| Identification | SKU | B2-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Zirconia | |
| Dimensions | Width | 1/2″ (13 mm) |
| Length | 18″ (457 mm) | |
| Performance | Available Grits | 40 / 60 / 80 / 120 |
| Use on | Metal, stainless steel, hard alloys | |
| Packaging | Package | 10 pcs |
SKU B3-1
3/4″ × 20-1/2″ Zirconia Sanding Belt
Mid-size zirconia belt for handheld power filing and surface conditioning.
Versatile mid-size zirconia belt for handheld power filing, surface conditioning, and weld blending. Self-sharpening grain maintains sharp cutting edges throughout belt life.
Key Features
- Versatile mid-size belt for power filing and surface conditioning
- Self-sharpening zirconia grain for long service life
- Effective on welds, edges, and contoured metal surfaces
Perfect for: metal fabricators doing weld blending, edge prep, and surface conditioning on stainless and steel.
Specifications
| Identification | SKU | B3-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Zirconia | |
| Dimensions | Width | 3/4″ (19 mm) |
| Length | 20-1/2″ (520 mm) | |
| Performance | Available Grits | 40 / 60 / 80 / 120 |
| Use on | Metal, stainless steel, hard alloys | |
| Packaging | Package | 10 pcs |
SKU B07-21
2″ × 72″ Zirconia/Ceramic Purple Sanding Belt
Premium Zirconia/Ceramic belt for stationary grinders and knife-making.
Premium long-run 72″ belt with Zirconia/Ceramic grain for high-intensity stationary grinders, knife-making, and serious metalworking. Built for heat resistance and extended service life under continuous use.
Key Features
- Premium Zirconia/Ceramic grain for high-intensity stationary grinders
- Long 72″ belt engineered for heat resistance and extended service life
- Ideal for knife-making, bevel grinding, and heavy metal work
Perfect for: knife-makers, bladesmiths, and metalworkers running 2×72 belt grinders for high-volume material removal.
Specifications
| Identification | SKU | B07-21 |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Zirconia / Ceramic | |
| Dimensions | Width | 2″ (50 mm) |
| Length | 72″ (1830 mm) | |
| Performance | Available Grits | 40 / 60 / 80 / 120 |
| Use on | Metal, stainless steel, knife steel | |
| Packaging | Package | 5 pcs |
Aluminum Oxide Sanding Belts
Durable Aluminum Oxide sanding belts for general-purpose sanding, grinding, and surface preparation on metal, wood, leather, and composites. Consistent cutting action from aggressive 40-grit stock removal through 240-grit fine finishing — in widths from 1″ to 4″.
SKU B4-1
1″ × 30″ Surface Preparation Sanding Belt
Surface prep kit for cleaning rust, scale, and old coatings.
Assorted-grit aluminum oxide belt set ideal for prepping metal surfaces before coating, welding, or bonding. Removes rust, scale, and old coatings while leaving a consistent surface profile.
Key Features
- Assorted grit selection for full surface prep workflow
- Removes rust, scale, and old coatings efficiently
- Leaves a consistent profile for coating or welding
Perfect for: maintenance shops and restorers prepping steel surfaces for paint, powder-coat, or weld.
Specifications
| Identification | SKU | B4-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Aluminum Oxide | |
| Dimensions | Width | 1″ (25 mm) |
| Length | 30″ (762 mm) | |
| Performance | Grit | Assorted |
| Use on | Metal surface preparation | |
| Packaging | Package | 3 pcs |
SKU B5-1
1″ × 30″ Aluminum Oxide Sanding Belt
General-purpose aluminum oxide belt for bench and portable belt sanders.
Reliable aluminum oxide belt for bench and portable belt sanders. Consistent material removal on metal, wood, leather, and composites across a full grit range.
Key Features
- General-purpose aluminum oxide grain — versatile across materials
- Effective on metal, wood, leather, and composites
- Consistent stock removal from coarse to fine grits
Perfect for: workshops and DIY users running 1×30 bench belt sanders for everyday sanding tasks.
Specifications
| Identification | SKU | B5-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Aluminum Oxide | |
| Dimensions | Width | 1″ (25 mm) |
| Length | 30″ (762 mm) | |
| Performance | Available Grits | 40 / 60 / 80 / 120 |
| Use on | Metal, wood, leather, composites | |
| Packaging | Package | 10 pcs |
SKU B6-1
2″ × 28″ Aluminum Oxide Sanding Belt
Wide 2″ belt for stationary sanders — faster, broader material removal.
Wide 2″ belt for stationary belt sanders providing faster and broader material removal. Reliable aluminum oxide grain for metal, wood, and composite sanding.
Key Features
- Wide 2″ belt for stationary belt sanders
- Faster, broader material removal than narrow belts
- Versatile aluminum oxide grain for mixed-material shops
Perfect for: fabrication shops running 2×28 stationary belt sanders for general-purpose work.
Specifications
| Identification | SKU | B6-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Aluminum Oxide | |
| Dimensions | Width | 2″ (50 mm) |
| Length | 28″ (711 mm) | |
| Performance | Available Grits | 40 / 60 / 80 / 120 |
| Use on | Metal, wood, composites | |
| Packaging | Package | 10 pcs |
SKU B08-25
3″ × 18″ Aluminum Oxide Sanding Belt
Industrial 3″ belt with the widest grit range — from shaping to finishing.
Industrial 3″ belt with the widest grit range in the lineup — from aggressive 40-grit shaping all the way to 240-grit fine finishing. Ideal for bench sanding stations in metal fabrication, woodworking, and production shops.
Key Features
- Widest grit range in the lineup (40–240) for full workflow on one belt size
- Industrial 3″ width suits bench sanding stations
- Effective on metal, wood, and composites
Perfect for: production shops and craftsmen who need both aggressive shaping and fine finishing on a single sander.
Specifications
| Identification | SKU | B08-25 |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Aluminum Oxide | |
| Dimensions | Width | 3″ (76 mm) |
| Length | 18″ (457 mm) | |
| Performance | Available Grits | 40 / 80 / 120 / 180 / 240 |
| Use on | Metal, wood, composites | |
| Packaging | Package | 10 pcs |
SKU B09-30
3″ × 21″ Aluminum Oxide Sanding Belt
High-capacity 3″ belt with longer 21″ format for extended contact surface.
High-capacity 3″ belt for bench sanders working metal, wood, and composites. The longer 21″ format provides an extended contact surface and more material removed per belt change.
Key Features
- Longer 21″ belt format for extended life and contact area
- High-capacity 3″ width for bench-top stations
- Versatile aluminum oxide grain for mixed materials
Perfect for: workshops needing longer service intervals between belt changes on 3×21 bench sanders.
Specifications
| Identification | SKU | B09-30 |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Aluminum Oxide | |
| Dimensions | Width | 3″ (76 mm) |
| Length | 21″ (533 mm) | |
| Performance | Available Grits | 40 / 60 / 80 / 120 |
| Use on | Metal, wood, composites | |
| Packaging | Package | 5 pcs |
SKU B10-34
3″ × 24″ Aluminum Oxide Sanding Belt
Extended 24″ length with broad grit range — rough through fine finishing.
Extended 24″ belt with fine-finishing capability. Broad grit range supports progression from rough stock removal all the way to near-final finish — ideal for craftsmen and production workshops.
Key Features
- Extended 24″ length for longer belt life
- Broad grit range covers rough through fine finishing
- Suitable for craftsmen and production workshops
Perfect for: craftsmen and production shops needing a single belt size to cover a full sanding progression.
Specifications
| Identification | SKU | B10-34 |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Aluminum Oxide | |
| Dimensions | Width | 3″ (76 mm) |
| Length | 24″ (610 mm) | |
| Performance | Available Grits | 40 / 60 / 80 / 120 / 180 |
| Use on | Metal, wood, composites | |
| Packaging | Package | 5 pcs |
SKU B12-1
4″ × 24″ Aluminum Oxide Sanding Belt
Wide-format 4″ belt for large flat sanding stations.
Wide-format 4″ belt for large flat sanding stations — fast and even material removal over broad surfaces. Suitable for heavy-duty bench and floor-standing belt sanders.
Key Features
- Wide 4″ format for large flat sanding stations
- Fast, even material removal over broad surfaces
- Built for heavy-duty bench and floor-standing sanders
Perfect for: cabinet shops, metal fabricators, and production lines running 4×24 floor-standing belt sanders.
Specifications
| Identification | SKU | B12-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Aluminum Oxide | |
| Dimensions | Width | 4″ (102 mm) |
| Length | 24″ (610 mm) | |
| Performance | Available Grits | 40 / 60 / 80 / 120 |
| Use on | Metal, wood, composites | |
| Packaging | Package | 3 pcs |
SKU B11-39
4″ × 36″ Aluminum Oxide Sanding Belt
Extra-long 36″ format for full-length table sanders.
Extra-long 36″ format for full-length table and stationary belt sanders requiring maximum contact area. Maximizes throughput in high-production sanding on metal and wood.
Key Features
- Extra-long 36″ format for full-length table sanders
- Maximum contact area for high-throughput production
- Built for stationary belt sanders requiring long belts
Perfect for: high-production shops running 4×36 stationary table belt sanders on metal and wood.
Specifications
| Identification | SKU | B11-39 |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Aluminum Oxide | |
| Dimensions | Width | 4″ (102 mm) |
| Length | 36″ (914 mm) | |
| Performance | Available Grits | 40 / 60 / 80 / 120 |
| Use on | Metal, wood, composites | |
| Packaging | Package | 3 pcs |