2" x 72" Sanding Belt Sampler Kit

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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

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.