3M 02118 346U Series Paper Sanding Sheets, 9" W x 11" L, 40 Grit, Aluminum Oxide Abrasive, Gold, Dry, Sleeve of 50

3M 02118 346U Series Paper Sanding Sheets, 9" W x 11" L, 40 Grit, Aluminum Oxide Abrasive, Gold, Dry, Sleeve of 50

• The 3M 02118 Paper Sheet 346U abrasive sheet is an aluminum oxide, open coat sandpaper sheet built on a D weight paper backing for aggressive dry sanding. It is used for stripping paint, shaping plastic fillers, and general surface preparation where durability and fast cut are needed.
• Features:
  • 40D grit aluminum oxide abrasive supports fast cut for stripping paint and shaping filler during surface preparation
  • Open coat construction helps reduce loading when sanding soft materials to extend usable sheet life
  • D weight paper backing provides durability for aggressive sanding while remaining flexible for hand use
  • 9" x 11" sheet size supports hand sanding across panels and repair areas
  • Designed for dry sanding in automotive and general production sanding applications
• Specifications:
  • Manufacturer: 3M
  • Part Number: 02118
  • MPN: 02118
  • UPC: 00051144021185
  • Product Name: Paper Sheet 346U
  • Series: 346U
  • Sheet Size: 9" x 11"
  • Grit: 40D
  • Abrasive Material: Aluminum oxide
  • Backing Material: Paper
  • Backing Weight: D weight
  • Coat Type: Open coat
  • Color: Yellow
  • Quantity: 50 identical sheets per sleeve
  • System Compatibility or Application: Designed for dry hand sanding for stripping paint, shaping plastic fillers, and general surface preparation on substrates such as paint, primer, and metal
• The Paper Sheet 346U can also be referred to as 40 grit sandpaper sheet, aluminum oxide sanding sheet, D weight sandpaper, open coat abrasive sheet, and production sanding paper.

3M is a diversified manufacturer of engineered materials and industrial products, supplying abrasives, tapes, adhesives, and surface preparation solutions used in automotive repair, manufacturing, and maintenance environments.

Q: Is this sheet intended for wet sanding?
A: No. This abrasive sheet is designed for dry sanding applications.

Q: What jobs is 40D grit commonly used for?
A: It is commonly used for aggressive sanding such as stripping paint, shaping plastic filler, and general surface preparation where fast material removal is needed.

Q: How many sheets are included?
A: This item is supplied as a sleeve containing 50 identical 9" x 11" abrasive sheets.