Product Details
The 3M™ cloth belt 577F measures 37" x 60" and features a 60 grit alumina zirconium abrasive grain designed for increased cutting efficiency compared to aluminum oxide belts. It is backed with a heavy, water-resistant polyester backing that withstands high-pressure applications and edge work, ensuring durability and suitability for both wet and dry operations. Recommended for use on aluminum, mild steel, stainless steel, and other exotic metal alloys, the belt is ideal for dimensioning parts, deburring, blending, and finishing castings and forgings. A grinding aid incorporated into the belt helps reduce running temperatures to protect heat-sensitive alloys such as stainless steel, nickel, and cobalt alloys. The abrasive is firmly bonded to the backing with resin to maintain durability under high heat and pressure. Alumina zirconia abrades by fracturing frequently to produce sharp points that deliver a faster cut rate than aluminum oxide, making it suitable for heavy stock removal and high-pressure grinding. These abrasive belts are available in multiple widths and lengths to fit various belt sanding tools used across metalworking applications, with wider belts suited for flat finishing on wide belt sanders, medium widths used on backstands or feed-thru flat finishers, and narrow belts employed on backstands or file tools for grinding and finishing in tight or right-angle areas. Typical applications include descaling, flat finishing, high-pressure grinding, intermediate finishing, mill scale removal, plate grinding, sheet grinding, and slab grinding. The product complies with industry standards and is designed for longevity and performance in industrial environments. Warranty terms apply as provided by 3M for this product.
