ZIRCONIA ALUMINA / CALCINED ALUMINA BLENDED GRAIN POLYESTER CLOTH WIDE SANDING BELT FOR WOOD-BASED PANEL / PARTICLEBOARD / MDF

WEEM 3126 Zirconia Alumina and Calcined Alumina Blended Grain Polyester Cloth Wide Sanding Belt For Wood-based Panel / Particleboard / MDF

Quick Detail:

WEEM 3126 wide sanding belts are engineered for high-efficiency sanding of wood-based panels, MDF, and particleboard. Constructed on a durable Y-weight waterproof polyester backing, the abrasive surface features a unique blend of self-sharpening zirconia grains and calcined alumina grains, with an anti-static treatment to enhance performance and extend product life.

Specifications:

Grit Range:

● : Regular ○ : Custom

Joint Options:

WEEM 3126 wide belts are available with 4 types of joints to suit different sanding systems and requirements.

Tape on gain line joint: as default.

Tape on gain zigzag joint:

Tape on butt line joint:

Tape on butt zigzag joint:

Using strong bi-direction tapes splice

Applications:

Designed for wide belt sanders such as Steinemann, Imeas, Sofuma, etc.

Woodworking / Wood-based Panel / MDF / HDF / OSB / Plywood / Laminate Sheet / Chipboard / Particle Board

Competitive Advantage:

• Self-sharpening Zirconia grain: maintains consistent cutting performance throughout its lifespan, ideal for high-load sanding tasks
• Calcined Alumina additive: enhances durability and finish quality with cooler, more stable sanding action
• Durable Y-weight polyester backing: ensures high tensile strength and dimensional stability during continuous industrial use
• Anti-static treated surface: reduces dust build-up and minimizes belt clogging, extending operational life
• Closed-coat construction: offers high grain density for aggressive stock removal and smoother finish
• Cost-effective performance: outperforms traditional Aluminum Oxide belts in both durability and productivity, offering high value

Description:

WEEM 3126 utilizes a specialized abrasive formulation combining Zirconia and Calcined Alumina grains—an optimized solution specifically developed for wood sanding applications. This hybrid blend leverages the complementary strengths of both materials:

Zirconia (typically blue in color) is a tough, self-sharpening synthetic grain designed for heavy-duty stock removal. Its micro-crystalline structure fractures under pressure, continuously exposing fresh, sharp cutting edges. This allows it to last significantly longer than standard aluminum oxide on demanding surfaces.

Calcined Alumina is a heat-treated abrasive that offers enhanced toughness, improved grain retention, and a cooler cutting action compared to conventional fused aluminum oxide. It delivers a more consistent finish and greater resistance to grain dulling under high pressure.

By integrating both abrasive types, WEEM 3126 delivers balanced cutting power, enhanced durability, and improved surface consistency—ideal for high-load wood sanding applications. The belt is anti-static treated to reduce dust loading and heat buildup during sanding. The Y-weight waterproof polyester backing provides excellent durability and stability under high-speed sanding conditions. The closed-coat construction maximizes grain density, resulting in aggressive material removal and a smoother finish.

WEEM 3126 is primarily converted into wide sanding belts for use on industrial wide belt sanders, delivering better performance and longer life than conventional Aluminum Oxide belts.

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