Norton Bear 100mm / 100 Grit Premium Cloth Roll (GP206) – 50 Mtr

Norton Bear GP206 Cloth Roll: The Heavy-Duty Abrasive for Wood and Metal

For applications demanding strength, speed, and flexibility that standard sandpaper can’t provide, the Norton Bear GP206 Cloth Roll is the professional’s choice. This is a highly durable, general-purpose abrasive designed with a strong cloth backing, making it perfect for aggressive sanding, fast stock removal, and working on difficult contours in both wood and metal. It is a must-have for workshops, carpentry, and industrial maintenance.

The cloth backing allows the abrasive to be torn or cut into precise strips for hand-sanding curved surfaces, turning spindles, and reaching tight corners. Unlike paper, the cloth backing resists tearing and creasing, making the Norton Bear GP206 Cloth Roll incredibly long-lasting and efficient for heavy-duty work.

Why Choose the Norton GP206 Cloth Roll?

This cloth roll is engineered for applications that destroy conventional paper abrasives:

• Extreme Durability: The robust, woven cloth backing resists tearing, fraying, and creasing, allowing for heavy pressure and prolonged use on rough surfaces.
• Superior Flexibility: Easily conforms to curves, contours, and rounded edges, making it ideal for shaping wooden handles, banisters, or metal pipes.
• Fast Stock Removal: The Aluminum Oxide abrasive grain cuts quickly and aggressively, speeding up the initial stages of material removal and shaping.
• Versatile Use: Suitable for dry sanding on both ferrous and non-ferrous metals, as well as hard and soft woods.

Key Features of Norton Bear GP206 Cloth Roll

• Cloth Backing (J-Weight): Provides excellent strength and flexibility.
• Aluminum Oxide Grain: A tough, durable grain known for fast cutting and long life.
• Resistant to Clogging: The abrasive structure minimizes loading, ensuring a consistent cutting action.
• Easy to Cut: Can be easily torn or cut into custom strips or pads for hand sanding or use on small power tools.

Recommended Application Areas

This heavy-duty abrasive roll is essential for:

• Woodworking: Shaping, leveling, and aggressive removal of old finishes from furniture and doors.
• Metalwork: Removing rust, deburring edges, and preparing metal grills and pipes for primer.
• Automotive: Rough bodywork preparation and removing thick paint layers.
• Manual Lathe/Turning: Finishing rounded spindles and detailed woodwork.

Technical Specifications: Norton Bear GP206 Cloth Roll

How to Use the Norton GP206 Cloth Roll Effectively

Using a cloth roll correctly maximizes both efficiency and tool life:

1. Cutting: Roll out the desired length and tear it across the width, or use scissors to cut precise strips. For corners, fold the abrasive with the grit facing outwards.
2. Hand Sanding: Wrap the strip around a wooden block or a specialized sanding pad for flat surfaces, or use the strip directly for curves.
3. Grit Progression: Start with a coarse grit (e.g., 80) to achieve the shape, then proceed to the next finer grit (e.g., 120 or 150) to remove the scratches left by the previous step. Never skip grits! Learn the professional process of stepping through grits.
4. Cleanup: After sanding, always wipe the surface clean to remove abrasive dust before applying any primer or wood polish.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I use this roll on wet surfaces?
A: No, the GP206 is designed for dry sanding. For wet sanding applications (often required with fine grits on PU or auto bodywork), use a specialized waterproof paper.

Q: Why is it more expensive than regular sandpaper?
A: The cloth backing is much more durable than paper, meaning one cloth roll strip lasts significantly longer than multiple sheets of paper, providing better long-term value for heavy jobs.

Q: What is J-Weight backing?
A: J-Weight indicates a lighter, more flexible cloth backing (as opposed to heavier X-Weight) that is ideal for hand-sanding and conforming to shapes, offering a good balance of strength and maneuverability.