2" x 72" Sanding Belt Sampler Kit

Product Specification Shipping Refund Product Specification 2" X 72" SANDING BELT SAMPLER KIT The Benchmark Abrasives 2" x 72" sanding belt sampler kit gives knife makers and metalworkers an easy way to try the complete grit range within their choice of aluminum oxide, ceramic, or zirconia sanding belts. Instead of buying multiples before knowing which grits fit your process best, each kit includes one belt in every listed grit for the selected abrasive grain. Choose the 14-belt Aluminum Oxide Kit for the broadest progression from aggressive sanding through fine refinement, the 5-belt Ceramic Kit for demanding steel grinding and bevel work, or the 5-belt Zirconia Kit for steel stock removal, shaping, and general fabrication. All belts are 2" x 72" and Made in USA. Kit Options Kit Quantity Included Grits Aluminum Oxide 14 Belts 24, 36, 40, 50, 60, 80, 100, 120, 150, 180, 220, 240, 320, 400 Ceramic 5 Belts 36, 40, 60, 80, 120 Zirconia 5 Belts 24, 36, 40, 60, 80 Choose one grain family when ordering. Which Kit Should I Choose? Aluminum Oxide — 14 Belts The most complete grit progression in the sampler line. Aluminum oxide is the general-purpose choice for wood and metal sanding and gives knife makers access to finer grits for scratch refinement and handle work. Best For: Wood handle shaping and sanding General shop sanding Scratch refinement Surface preparation Progressing into finer sanding stages Construction: X-Weight Polycotton Cloth Closed Coat Butt Joint Bi-Directional Dry Use Made in USA Ceramic — 5 Belts The steel-focused option for demanding grinding and material removal. Ceramic is particularly useful for blade profiling, bevel grinding, shaping, and refining steel. Best For: Blade profiling Bevel grinding Steel stock removal Shaping Deburring Refining rough-ground surfaces Construction: Y-Weight Closed Coat Butt Joint Bi-Directional Wet or Dry* Made in USA Zirconia — 5 Belts: A strong steel-grinding option for stock removal, shaping, and fabrication. The 24–80 grit assortment covers aggressive grinding through medium blending and refinement. Best For: Steel stock removal Grinding and shaping Weld cleanup Deburring Edge work General fabrication Construction: X-Weight Polyester Cloth Open Coat Butt Joint Bi-Directional Wet or Dry* Made in USA *Wet use also depends on whether the machine and application are approved for wet operation. Machine Compatibility Designed for machines using a nominal 2" x 72" sanding belt, including dedicated knife grinders and fabrication belt grinders. Nominal-size matches include: Kalamazoo® 2FS72 Kalamazoo® 2FS72M JET® J-4103 Grizzly® G1015 Burr King® 960-272 Beaumont Metal Works® KMG Beaumont Metal Works® KMG-TX AmeriBrade® Fastback Pheer® PH454 x 8 Always confirm your machine's required belt dimensions, configuration, and operating-speed requirements before use. Why Buy a Sampler Kit? Try the full grit range before stocking larger quantities Compare how different grits perform in your own grinding process Build a grit progression for knife making, fabrication, or general sanding Identify the grits you use most often before reordering individual belts Choose the abrasive grain that best matches your primary application Tips for Using Your Sampler Start with the grit required for the amount of material that needs to be removed rather than automatically beginning with the coarsest option. Progress to finer grits as the surface approaches the next grinding or finishing stage. For knife making, preserve the intended blade and bevel geometry as you progress through grits. Allow the abrasive to do the cutting rather than relying on excessive pressure. Keep the belt properly tracked and inspect it before use. Follow the grinder manufacturer's guarding and PPE requirements. Frequently Asked Questions Will these belts fit my 2" x 72" knife grinder? These belts are designed for grinders that use 2" x 72" sanding belts. Examples include Kalamazoo® 2FS72/2FS72M, JET® J-4103, Grizzly® G1015, Burr King® 960-272, Beaumont Metal Works® KMG/KMG-TX, AmeriBrade® Fastback, and Pheer® PH454 x 8. Other machines using this belt size may also be compatible. Confirm your exact model and setup before ordering, and follow the machine and belt speed requirements. Does the sampler include aluminum oxide, ceramic, and zirconia belts together? No. You select one abrasive grain when ordering: Aluminum Oxide, Ceramic, or Zirconia. Each kit contains one belt in every listed grit for that grain family. How many belts come in each kit? The Aluminum Oxide kit includes 14 belts. The Ceramic and Zirconia kits each include 5 belts. What grits come in the Aluminum Oxide kit? 24, 36, 40, 50, 60, 80, 100, 120, 150, 180, 220, 240, 320, and 400 grit. What grits come in the Ceramic kit? 36, 40, 60, 80, and 120 grit. What grits come in the Zirconia kit? 24, 36, 40, 60, and 80 grit. Which sampler is best for knife making? Ceramic is especially well suited for blade profiling, bevel grinding, and demanding steel removal. Zirconia is another strong choice for steel grinding and shaping, while aluminum oxide offers the broadest grit range for finer sanding, scratch refinement, and handle work. Which kit has the broadest grit range? The Aluminum Oxide kit, with 14 belts ranging from 24 through 400 grit. Can the belts be used wet? Ceramic and zirconia belts are designed for wet or dry use when the machine and application permit it. Aluminum oxide belts are for dry use. Are the belts Made in USA? Yes. The sanding belts in these sampler kits are Made in USA.