2" X 72" CERAMIC SANDING BELT STARTER KIT - 24 BELTS
The Benchmark Abrasives 2" x 72" ceramic sanding belt starter kit gives knife makers and metal fabricators a ready-to-use assortment for steel stock removal, blade profiling, bevel grinding, and surface refinement. The kit includes 24 Made in USA ceramic belts—six each in 36, 60, 80, and 120 grit—so you can move from aggressive grinding into progressively finer refinement without buying full quantities of each grit.
Ceramic abrasive grain is built for demanding steel grinding, while the included grit progression covers the key stages most makers use during shaping and bevel work. A tube of belt grease is also included for use where appropriate in your sanding process.
Kit Includes
Grit
Quantity
Best For
36 Grit
6 Belts
Very coarse stock removal, blade profiling, rough shaping
60 Grit
6 Belts
Coarse grinding, bevel shaping, deburring
80 Grit
6 Belts
Medium grinding, blending, edge cleanup
120 Grit
6 Belts
Fine refinement, scratch reduction, finish preparation
Belt Grease
1 Tube
Abrasive-use accessory where appropriate
Total: 24 Ceramic Sanding Belts + 1 Tube of Belt Grease
Belt Specifications
Specification
Details
Belt Size
2" x 72"
Abrasive Grain
Ceramic
Included Grits
36, 60, 80, 120
Backing
Y-Weight
Coat
Closed Coat
Joint
Butt Joint
Direction
Bi-Directional
Use
Wet or Dry*
Country of Origin
Made in USA
*Wet use also depends on whether the machine and application are approved for wet operation.
Product Features
24-belt ceramic assortment for knife making and metal fabrication
Six belts each in 36, 60, 80, and 120 grit
Ceramic abrasive grain for demanding steel grinding
Y-weight backing for support during aggressive grinding
Closed-coat construction for dense abrasive coverage
Butt-joint construction for smooth, bi-directional operation
Includes one tube of belt grease
Made in USA
Materials & Applications
Best For: Knife makers and fabricators working through steel stock removal, blade profiling, bevel grinding, shaping, and refinement.
Common applications include:
Blade profiling
Rough bevel grinding
Bevel shaping and refinement
Steel stock removal
Deburring
Edge cleanup
Surface preparation
Scratch refinement
Knife making
General metal fabrication
Suggested Grit Progression
36 Grit — Very Coarse
Use for the heaviest material removal, blade profiling, and rough shaping.
60 Grit — Coarse
Use for continued stock removal, bevel shaping, and refining the deeper scratch pattern left by 36 grit.
80 Grit — Medium
Use for controlled grinding, blending, edge cleanup, and further scratch refinement.
120 Grit — Fine
Use for finer surface refinement and preparing the blade or workpiece for subsequent finishing steps.
This is a practical starting progression, not a fixed grinding recipe. Steel type, starting geometry, grinder setup, and desired finish can all affect the sequence.
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.
Tips for Better Belt Performance
Use 36 grit only when the work requires aggressive material removal.
Progress through 60, 80, and 120 grit as the blade or workpiece approaches the next finishing stage.
Preserve the intended blade and bevel geometry as you move through the grit progression.
Allow the ceramic abrasive to do the cutting rather than relying on excessive pressure.
Keep the belt properly tracked and inspect it before use.
Use the included belt grease only where appropriate for the abrasive, machine, and application.
If using the belts wet, confirm the grinder and application are approved for wet operation.
Always follow the grinder manufacturer's guarding and PPE requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
The kit includes 24 ceramic sanding belts: six each in 36, 60, 80, and 120 grit.
One tube of belt grease is included.
Yes. It is built around common knife-making grinding stages including blade profiling, bevel grinding, stock removal, and refinement.
This specific starter kit is configured with 36, 60, 80, and 120 grit. The individual 2" x 72" ceramic belt line also includes 40 grit, but it is not part of this kit.
36 grit is the most aggressive grit in the kit and is intended for heavy stock removal, profiling, and rough shaping.
120 grit is the finest grit in the kit and is used for finer refinement, scratch reduction, and preparing the surface for later finishing steps.
No. It covers ceramic stock removal through refinement. Finer aluminum oxide sanding and non-woven surface conditioning belts are separate finishing options.
Yes. The ceramic belts are designed for wet or dry use, but wet grinding should only be performed when the machine and application are approved for it.
Yes. The belts are bi-directional, but follow your grinder's required running direction.
Yes. The sanding belts in this kit are Made in USA.
2" X 72" CERAMIC SANDING BELT STARTER KIT - 24 BELTS
The Benchmark Abrasives 2" x 72" ceramic sanding belt starter kit gives knife makers and metal fabricators a ready-to-use assortment for steel stock removal, blade profiling, bevel grinding, and surface refinement. The kit includes 24 Made in USA ceramic belts—six each in 36, 60, 80, and 120 grit—so you can move from aggressive grinding into progressively finer refinement without buying full quantities of each grit.
Ceramic abrasive grain is built for demanding steel grinding, while the included grit progression covers the key stages most makers use during shaping and bevel work. A tube of belt grease is also included for use where appropriate in your sanding process.
Kit Includes
Grit
Quantity
Best For
36 Grit
6 Belts
Very coarse stock removal, blade profiling, rough shaping
60 Grit
6 Belts
Coarse grinding, bevel shaping, deburring
80 Grit
6 Belts
Medium grinding, blending, edge cleanup
120 Grit
6 Belts
Fine refinement, scratch reduction, finish preparation
Belt Grease
1 Tube
Abrasive-use accessory where appropriate
Total: 24 Ceramic Sanding Belts + 1 Tube of Belt Grease
Belt Specifications
Specification
Details
Belt Size
2" x 72"
Abrasive Grain
Ceramic
Included Grits
36, 60, 80, 120
Backing
Y-Weight
Coat
Closed Coat
Joint
Butt Joint
Direction
Bi-Directional
Use
Wet or Dry*
Country of Origin
Made in USA
*Wet use also depends on whether the machine and application are approved for wet operation.
Product Features
24-belt ceramic assortment for knife making and metal fabrication
Six belts each in 36, 60, 80, and 120 grit
Ceramic abrasive grain for demanding steel grinding
Y-weight backing for support during aggressive grinding
Closed-coat construction for dense abrasive coverage
Butt-joint construction for smooth, bi-directional operation
Includes one tube of belt grease
Made in USA
Materials & Applications
Best For: Knife makers and fabricators working through steel stock removal, blade profiling, bevel grinding, shaping, and refinement.
Common applications include:
Blade profiling
Rough bevel grinding
Bevel shaping and refinement
Steel stock removal
Deburring
Edge cleanup
Surface preparation
Scratch refinement
Knife making
General metal fabrication
Suggested Grit Progression
36 Grit — Very Coarse
Use for the heaviest material removal, blade profiling, and rough shaping.
60 Grit — Coarse
Use for continued stock removal, bevel shaping, and refining the deeper scratch pattern left by 36 grit.
80 Grit — Medium
Use for controlled grinding, blending, edge cleanup, and further scratch refinement.
120 Grit — Fine
Use for finer surface refinement and preparing the blade or workpiece for subsequent finishing steps.
This is a practical starting progression, not a fixed grinding recipe. Steel type, starting geometry, grinder setup, and desired finish can all affect the sequence.
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.
Tips for Better Belt Performance
Use 36 grit only when the work requires aggressive material removal.
Progress through 60, 80, and 120 grit as the blade or workpiece approaches the next finishing stage.
Preserve the intended blade and bevel geometry as you move through the grit progression.
Allow the ceramic abrasive to do the cutting rather than relying on excessive pressure.
Keep the belt properly tracked and inspect it before use.
Use the included belt grease only where appropriate for the abrasive, machine, and application.
If using the belts wet, confirm the grinder and application are approved for wet operation.
Always follow the grinder manufacturer's guarding and PPE requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
The kit includes 24 ceramic sanding belts: six each in 36, 60, 80, and 120 grit.
One tube of belt grease is included.
Yes. It is built around common knife-making grinding stages including blade profiling, bevel grinding, stock removal, and refinement.
This specific starter kit is configured with 36, 60, 80, and 120 grit. The individual 2" x 72" ceramic belt line also includes 40 grit, but it is not part of this kit.
36 grit is the most aggressive grit in the kit and is intended for heavy stock removal, profiling, and rough shaping.
120 grit is the finest grit in the kit and is used for finer refinement, scratch reduction, and preparing the surface for later finishing steps.
No. It covers ceramic stock removal through refinement. Finer aluminum oxide sanding and non-woven surface conditioning belts are separate finishing options.
Yes. The ceramic belts are designed for wet or dry use, but wet grinding should only be performed when the machine and application are approved for it.
Yes. The belts are bi-directional, but follow your grinder's required running direction.
Yes. The sanding belts in this kit are Made in USA.
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