Overview

• Coated abrasives can be used for most applications, from grinding to polishing
• They consist of a thin layer of abrasive adhered to fiber, paper, cloth or rubber
• Coated discs are normally used on angle grinders
• Harder than ceramic, silicon carbide is a fast cutting abrasive
• Commonly used on nonferrous metals and in low pressure applications
• Type S attachment systems feature a turn-on/turn-off style fastener (1/4-1/2 turn to lock in place)
• They are interchangeable with TS and Type II Styles.