WIXLIB

SandpaperProduct Guide Premium AutomotiveAftermarket Quality Complete Selection of Hand &Power Sanding Accessories Excellent Value

IndexIntroduction to AbrasivesAbrasive Components .Sandpaper Application Chart .34Package 5-1/2" x 9" SandpaperWaterproof .Gold Anti-clog .Non-woven pads .777Gold Stick-on Sanding Discs6" Gold Anti-clog 6 pack .6" Gold Anti-clog 25 pack .5" Gold Anti-clog 25 pack .888Body File Strips / Aluminum OxideBody File Strips PSA .9" x 11" Aluminum Oxide Sheets .3-2/3" x 9" Aluminum Oxide .999Grinding Discs / MiscellaneousResin Fiber Discs .Cut-off Wheels .Sanding Sponges .Rubber Sanding Block .DA Sanding Pad .1010101010Sandpaper Display4 Foot Sandpaper Display .211

About AutoBody MasterSandpaperBelow is a brief description of the components that go into producing high quality coated abrasives. TheAutoBody Master Brand Sandpaper is made using premium raw materials for high performance and durability.All of these products are well suited for commercial and industrial applications.Manufacturing coated abrasives employs the use of two coating operations to bond the abrasives to the paperor cloth. For some products, a stearate coating is added so that the abrasive will cut cooler and last longer.Make Coat (the 1st application) is a base coat used as a primary bond between the grit and the paper or cloth.Size Coat (the secondary application) is the top coat applied to fill in around the grit and secure the grain tothe backing.Stearate Coat (oversize coat) special zinc stearate coating maximizes resistance to clogging and loading andallows the abrasive to cut cooler.GritAluminum Oxide (A/O) - A man-made synthetic material which has good overall properties for use in a widerange of abrasive applications. Preferred for power tool sanding because of its durability.Silicon Carbide (S/C) - A man-made synthetic grain which is very sharp. Preferred for automotive paintpreparation and is well suited for wet or dry sanding.BackingPaperA-wt - Light-weight paper used only on very fine grits. Hand sanding only.B-wt - Light-weight paper for wet or dry sanding. Hand sanding only.C-wt - Medium-weight paper for sheets and discs. Hand and power sanding.D-wt - Medium-weight paper for sheets and discs. Hand and power sanding.F-wt - Heavy-weight paper for discs and belts. Power sanding onlyBondGlue - Low strength water-based adhesive.Urea Resin - Medium strength urea-based adhesive.Phenolic Resin - High strength phenolic-based adhesive.Epoxy Resin - High strength solvent-based phenolic waterproof adhesive.3

Sandpaper ApplicationChartAutomotive RefinishingThere are many different products that make up the offering of abrasives used in the body shops around theworld. The professionals that work in this field have their own procedure to handle the types of repair projectsthat come into their shops. The following list includes common automotive repair jobs and the abrasives thatare typically used from the beginning to the end of the project.Helpful ToolsEquipment like dual action sanders, drills and body file boards can aid in acheiving excellent results with lessphysical energy. However, hand sanding is commonly used throughout these processes. Sanding blocks arecommonly recommended to achieve consistent results and keep scratches to a minimum.Repairing Scratches, Stone Chips and other minor imperfectionsOnce the area has been cleaned, the sanding process begins: Feather edge the defect (scratch). There are anumber of products that can be used. 5" or 6" PSA Gold Discs 180-400 grit; 5-1/2" x 9" anti-clog 220-320; 51/2" x 9" waterproof 220-400. Finish the feather edging process with the closest grit of sandpaper that yourprimer recommends.The next step is to prime the area being repaired: Applyprimer slightly beyond the feather edge area and higher than thesurrounding areas. Level the surface with Waterproof 320-400 grit;Sanding Sponges - Fine; clean up with Maroon non-wovenfinishing pad. Repeat the process if necessary. Finsh sand the areawith the closest grit of sandpaper that your color recommends.The vehicle is now ready to be painted. After painting, sanding with ultra fine grits and using variouscompounds and polishes can remove defects and flatten the surface, producing a finer finish.The final sanding of the vehicle should be done using 5-1/2" x 9" waterproof 1000-1500 gritfor finesse sanding of surface imperfections in enamels, acrylicsor clear coats. 5-1/2" x 9" waterproof sheets are available up to 2000 grit.Fixing deep rust spotsRemove the rust. This major problem is very common for the body shop to deal with and abrasives play asignificant role in restoration. Grind the area down to the base metal around the affected areas, removing therust. Once you start to see shiny metal, stop. 5" and 6" PSA Gold discs - 40 grit; Resin Fiber Discs 36-50 grit;Body File Strips 36 or 40 grit are used to give fast aggressive cutting action.4

Sandpaper ApplicationChartIf the rust or grinding action has created a hole in the sheet metal, often, a piece of mesh/screen or metal isused to help bridge the hole. After this has been secured to the vehicle,use body filler to rebuild the damaged area. Reshape with Body FileStrips 40-80-180 grit; 5-1/2" x 9" anti-clog 80-120-180 grit; 5" or 6"PSA Gold discs 80-120-180; Sanding Sponges Medium-Fine.For the best results, sand in stepped progression to blend and level thebody filler to the original suface shape. Feather edge with the mediumand fine grit papers to prepare for priming.The next step is to prime the area being repaired: Applyprimer slightly beyond the repair area and higher than thesurrounding areas. Level the surface with Waterproof 320-400 grit;Sanding Sponges - Fine. Repeat the process if necessary. Finsh sandthe area with the closest grit of sandpaper that your color recommends.The vehicle is now ready to be painted. After painting, sanding with ultra fine grits and using variouscompounds and polishes can remove defects and flatten the surface, producing a better looking finish.The final sanding of the vehicle should be done using 5-1/2" x 9" waterproof 1000-1500 grit for finessesanding of surface imperfections in enamels, acrylics or clear coats. 5-1/2" x 9" waterproof sheets areavailable up to 2000 grit.Repairing DentsAfter the dents have been hammered out, the paint must beremoved down to the bare metal. Use 5" and 6" PSA Golddiscs - 40 grit; Resin Fiber Discs 36-50 grit; Body FileStrips 36-40 grit.Body filler is used to fill in the dented area on the vehicle.Sand with Body File Strips 40-80-180 grit; 5-1/2" x 9"Anti-clog 80-120-180 grit; 5" or 6" PSA Gold discs80-120-180; Sanding Sponges Medium-Fine; For thebest results, once again sand in progression to blend andlevel the body filler. Feather edge with the medium and finegrit papers to prepare for priming.5

Sandpaper ApplicationChartThe next step is to prime the area being repaired: Apply primer slightly beyond the repair area and higherthan the surrounding areas. Level the surface with Waterproof 320-400 grit; Sanding Sponges - Fine. Repeatthe process if necessary. Finsh sand the area with the closest grit of sandpaper that your paint recommends.The vehicle is now ready to be painted. After painting, sanding with ultra fine grits and using variouscompounds and polishes can remove defects and flatten the surface, producing a better looking finish.The final sanding of the vehicle should be done using 5-1/2" x 9" waterproof 1000-1500 grit for finessesanding of surface imperfections in enamels, acrylics or clear coats. 5-1/2" x 9" waterproof sheets areavailable up to 2000 grit.Remember, always sand in progression from coarse to finest grits.AutoBody Master Abrasives Commitment Premium paper for finishing as well as heavy stock removal. Durable aluminum oxide and silicon carbide grain deliver a fast, exceptionally long lasting cut. High strength resin bonding provides superior grain support. Special stearate coating maximizes resistance to clogging and loading. Uniform, semi open coat design produces even, consistent scratch pattern.6

Packaged 5-1/2" x 9"SandpaperWaterproof Sandpaper - Silicon CarbideFeatures:DescriptionSku #UPCPackackCase1500 grit (6 Sheets)15150061690500372 75501200 grit (6 Sheets)15120061690500373 45501000 grit (6 Sheets)15100061690500374 1550600 grit (6 Sheets)1560061690500375 8550400 grit (6 Sheets)1540061690500376 5550320 grit (6 Sheets)1532061690500377 2550220 grit (6 Sheets)1522061690500378 9550Anti-Clog Gold Sandpaper - Aluminum OxideDescripptionSku #UPCPackCase320 grit (6 Sheets)1632061690500379 6550220 grit (6 Sheets)1622061690500380 2550120 grit (6 Sheets)1612061690500381 955080 grit (6 Sheets)1608061690500382 6550Non-woven Hand PadsDescriptionSku #fine scratch pattern forimproved finishnib sanding - to removepaint surfaces Premium resin coated toresist heat and humidityFeatures: Premium heavy duty,C & D weightfor fast long lasting cut Premium resin coated toresist heat and humiditycoat structure lubricatesand resists loadingFeatures:UPCPackCaseMaroon Pad (1 Sheet) 1944761690500392 5550Green Pad (1 Sheet)61690500393 255019448 Premium heavy duty,quality latex paper,C & D weightwith abrasive grain fordamage to or removal ofbase material Excellent for removingsurface coatings,cleaning Non-woven webs can beused wet or dry7

Stick-On SandingDiscsFeatures:6" Gold Anti-clog - Aluminum OxideDescriptionriptionSku #UPCPackCase400 grit (6 Discs)1240061690500353 6550320 grit (6 Discs)1232061690500354 3550220 grit (6 Discs)1222061690500355 0550180 grit (6 Discs)1218061690500356 7550120 grit (6 Discs)1212061690500357 455080 grit (6 Discs)1208061690500358 155040 grit (5 Discs)1204061690500359 85506" Gold Anti-clog - Aluminum OxideFeatures:DescriptionSku #UPCPackCase400 grit (25 Discs)1340061690500360 4520320 grit (25 Discs)1332061690500361 1520220 grit (25 Discs)1322061690500362 8520180 grit (25 Discs)1318061690500363 5520120 grit (25 Discs)1312061690500364 252080 grit (25 Discs)1308061690500365 952040 grit (20 Discs)1304061690500366 65205" Gold Anti-clog - Aluminum OxideDescriptionSku #UPCPackCase320 grit (25 Discs)1432061690500367 3520220 grit (25 Discs)1422061690500368 0520180 grit (25 Discs)1418061690500369 7520120 grit (25 Discs)1412061690500370 352080 grit (25 Discs)1408061690500371 05208

Body File Strips/Aluminum OxideBody File Strips - PSAFeatures:DescriptionSku #UPCPackackCase180 grit (6 Sheets)1718061690500383 352080 grit (6 Sheets)1708061690500384 052040 grit (5 Sheets)1704061690500385 75209" x 11" Aluminum Oxide For use on straight linesanders and hand files withPSA design Premium Aluminum Oxidegrain provides fast removalrates and long lastingperformance Premium resin coated toresist heat and providessuperior grain support Special stearate coatingprevents clogging andloadingFeatures:DescriptptionSku #UPCPackCase100 grit (5 Sheets)1010061690500347 51010060 grit (4 Sheets)1006061690500348 2101003-2/3" x 9" Aluminum Oxide Premium heavy duty,C & D weighttool sandingresist heat and humidity Use on metal, fiberglassand painted surfacesFeatures:DescriptionSku #UPCPackCase150 grit (6 Sheets)1115061690500349 910100100 grit (6 Sheets)1110061690500350 51010060 grit (6 Sheets)1106061690500351 2101009 Premium heavy duty,professional quality paper,C & D weight Design for hand and powertool sanding Premium resin coated toresist heat and humidity Use on metal, fiberglassand painted surfaces