Industrial Abrasives Selection — Quick Reference
AIMS stocks 1,100+ abrasives across cutting, grinding, sanding, deburring, polishing applications. Selection turns on operation (cut/grind/finish), substrate (steel/stainless/non-ferrous/timber), abrasive grain (Al2O3/SiC/Zirconia/Ceramic/Diamond), and format (disc/belt/sheet/wheel/burr).
| Abrasive Category | Use For | Common Format |
|---|---|---|
| Cut-Off Discs | Cutting steel + stainless + thin-wall | 100mm – 350mm, T41 flat / T42 depressed |
| Grinding Wheels (Bench) | Tool sharpening, off-hand grinding, deburring | 150-200mm × 25mm bore + 32mm bore |
| Flap Discs | Blending, deburring, surface prep on steel + stainless | 115mm / 125mm angle grinder, Z40-Z120 |
| Sanding Belts | Linishing, file belts, portable belt sanders, floor sanding | Per machine spec — wide format range |
| Sanding Sheets / Rolls | Hand + machine sanding metal/timber/paint | Half/third/quarter sheets, 230×280mm standard |
| Mounted Points | Die grinder internal grinding + deburring | 3mm + 6mm shank, multiple shape codes |
| Carbide Burrs | Heavy material removal + casting flash + weld blend | 3mm + 6mm shank, shape codes A through N |
| Sharpening + Honing Stones | Tool edge restoration, knife sharpening | Bench + hand + slip stones |
| Wire Brushes (Wheel + Cup) | Rust + scale + weld slag removal | Twist knot, crimped, end brush |
| Polishing Compounds + Mops | Final finishing + buffing | Mop wheels + compound bars |
Critical RPM rule: Every abrasive has a maximum safe RPM — match to tool spec. Exceeding RPM = explosive failure. Material match: Al2O3 for steel | SiC for non-ferrous + cast iron + stone | Zirconia for heavy stock removal | Ceramic for hardened + production. Brands: Norton, Pferd, Klingspor, Flexovit. Companion: cut-off discs, grinding wheels, flap discs, sanding belts, sanding sheets, mounted points, burrs.
Industrial Abrasives: Premium Surface Finishing for Trade
When quality finishing makes the difference between a good job and a great one, AIMS Industrial Supplies has covered. of industrial brings together over 1,100 from the world’s — Pferd, Norton, and Klingspor — to the precision surface finishing workshop, factory, site demands. Australia’s trusted industrial supplier since 1988, stock exact products professionals on, to specialist grinding wheels.
A Complete Range of Abrasive Products
From rough material to fine polishing and finishing, carry abrasive type you need job.
- Sanding & Grinding Discs: A full of sanding discs, resin fibre discs, flap discs, and grinding wheels in aluminium oxide, zirconia, ceramic, and silicon carbide grades. in self-adhesive and & loop formats to suit orbital sanders, angle grinders, and bench grinders.
- Sanding & Linishing Belts: Portable sanding belts and heavy-duty linishing from Pferd and Linishall, available in popular sizes and grades.Suitable metal, wood, composite surfaces across fabrication, engineering, and flooring applications.
- Abrasive Sheets & Rolls: Wet & dry sandpaper sheets ,sanding sheets, coated rolls, and non-woven web for versatile hand and machine sanding. automotive, beating, and general finishing work.
- Specialist Products: stones, polishing compounds, wire brushes, and abrasive spiral bands for precision finishing, deburring, and maintenance in industrial environments.
Trusted Brands, Australian Stock, Expert Support
- Industry-Leading Brands: stock abrasives from Pferd, Norton, Klingspor, Linishall, Bordo, and SIT— brand names by and across Australia.
- No Order: Buy exactly you need, whetherit’sa single or a box. Simple online checkout with fast shipping Australia-wide.
- Expert Support: Not sure which grit, grade, is right for your application? Contact team or quoteand get abrasive time, every time.
- Australian Business, Local Supply: As a Australian business since 1988, we stock locally work trusted local Australian manufacturers and distributors to fast, supply.
Shop our industrial abrasives collection now and find the right product for your next job!
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Abrasive products for cutting, grinding, sanding and finishing:
Cut-Off & Grinding
Flap Wheels & Discs
Sandpaper & Specialty
Backing Pads
Burrs, Deburring & Sharpening
People Also Ask — Abrasives (Comprehensive)
Q: What types of abrasives does AIMS stock?
Grinding wheels (bench, surface, cutting, cup), cutting discs (mild steel, stainless 'inox'), flap discs (zirconia, ceramic, aluminium oxide), fibre discs (resin fibre), sanding belts and sleeves, sanding discs (PSA, hook-and-loop), sandpaper sheets and rolls, wire wheels and brushes, mounted points (small abrasive shapes for die grinders), buffing pads, and specialty abrasives. Brand mix includes Norton, Klingspor, 3M, Pferd, Flexovit, sia, Sutton, and others. See [Cutting Disc Guide](/blogs/product-guides/cutting-disc-guide), [Grinding Disc Guide](/blogs/product-guides/grinding-disc-guide), and [Flap Disc Guide](/blogs/product-guides/flap-discs-abrasives-grit-types-selection-aims-industrial).
Q: Cutting disc or grinding disc — what's the difference?
Cutting disc: thin (1-3mm), designed for cutting only (face-on use), high RPM rating. Side-loading a cutting disc is dangerous — disc shatters. Grinding disc: thicker (6-8mm), designed for grinding (side-on use), can be face-loaded for cutting in light applications. For dedicated cutting: use cutting disc. For grinding and stock removal: use grinding disc. Don't substitute one for the other — incorrect use causes wheel failure with risk of operator injury.
Q: What's the right abrasive for stainless?
Stainless-specific abrasives (marked 'Inox' or 'Stainless') are formulated WITHOUT iron, sulphur, and chloride contamination — using standard mild-steel abrasives on stainless leaves iron contamination that corrodes rapidly. For stainless: dedicated cutting discs, flap discs, fibre discs, and grinding wheels. Material: zirconia or ceramic abrasive (cuts cleaner than aluminium oxide on stainless). Always use stainless-rated abrasives on stainless work — the small cost premium prevents expensive corrosion problems.
Q: How do I select abrasive grit?
Match grit to the cut required: P36-P60 for heavy stock removal, P80-P120 for general grinding/shaping, P150-P240 for surface refinement, P320-P600 for pre-polish, P800-P1200 for finishing/mirror polish. Step down 1.5-2× per progression — don't skip grits or visible scratch pattern remains. For most workshop daily use, stock P60, P80, P120, and P240 covers most needs. Add finer grits for finishing work.
Q: Safety equipment for abrasive work?
Eye protection (safety glasses minimum, face shield for grinding/cutting), hearing protection (angle grinders are loud at sustained use), cut-resistant gloves (rated to AS/NZS 2161), respiratory protection or dust extraction (grinding generates fine metal dust harmful to lungs), and fire-resistant workwear (sparks ignite clothing). For sustained abrasive work, dedicated dust extraction at the source recommended. Disc inspection before each use — replace discs that have been dropped or look damaged.