grinding belt

[Dublin Lee]

I have a 2ft x 12ft grinding belt. Can you cut it down to 2x72 and reglue? If you can what kind of glue would you use? Many thanks dlee

 

[Wapiti]

Sorry I don't have an answer. I was planning to ask the same Q a few months ago, when I got my hands on a pile of scotch brite belts, but they are much too long for my machine. I would like to cut them down and re-splice them, but don't know how. I am glad you asked. I hope you get some answers. I am game to try. Might save some dinero.

 

[Jeff Pelz]

DL,

Yes you can split a belt. You need to make a jig to control the width and a sharp replaceable blade. To butt the ends together use a strong thin tape. Heat is the problem with the failure of the tape. But if you know a salesperson from a abrasive company they maybe able to sell you some of that joint tape that is used on your belts.

Jeff

 

[Mike Hull]

My advice is to use it/them for shop roll paper.You can cut and splice,but they will not hold,they will come apart,possibly with disastrous results to you.It just aint worth it,buy your belts from a supplier already made to the size you want.

 

[NickWheeler]

I agree, all you have to do is watch a 2X72 belt come apart going full speed and you would never again want to try and splice a belt yourself. It will make excellent strip sanding cloth.

Nick