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Size CoatThe second layer of adhesive bonding, referred to as the size coat has two main purposes. The first is to tie the individual grains on the abrasive face together, so that they act as a unit instead of as individual grains. The other function of the size coat is to act as a heat shield for the grain. As previously discussed, most of the bonding agents in coated abrasives are phenolic resins, which after curing, are heat resistant.Too much size coat or too little size coat can cause perfo …

Abrasive Aggressiveness Durability Service Life Wood Metal Special Use Materials AZ-PLUS Alumina Zirconia 95/100 85/100 85/100 Heavy Stock Removal | Coarse Grits 36-100 Graining, Light Grinding of Ferrous Metals Stainless Steel, Body Fillers Stearate Aluminum Oxide 75/100 75/100 75/100 Bare Hard/Soft Woods …

References for Bare Wood Sanding Applications 1) Principles of Sander Sanders are a power tool that helps smooth and level the surface of wood. Wide range of sizes and shapes are available, but the process stays the same. Keep an RO Sander flat as this allows you to use all of the abrasive on the disc not just the edges. 2) Heavy Stock Removal When surfacing down rough wood, it's referred to as heavy stock removal. Belt sanders are the most common portable power tool for this …

About the Cover John Wood, Part-time Sales Associate with Klingspor's Woodworking Shop of Hickory John has been carving for 16 years and has won many awards while learning and mastering the awesome hobby of woodcarving. One of his most proud awards: 2011 Novice Carver of the Year. John loves to carve birds, hawks, ducks but his favorite is the Decorative Floating Decoys. He loves carving because he loves meeting people from all over the world. He wanted to thank his mentor - Don …

On the Cover Epoxy Table made by Harrison Spires From page 2 of Catalog, Volume 187 My name is Harrison Spires, I have been woodworking for 7 years. Both of my grandfathers were woodworkers. Spending time with them building small projects fueled my passion for woodworking. My hobby turned into a business and I love building something that will last for generations and truly is one of a kind. The wood for this table came from a maple tree here in Hickory. The tree had fallen during a storm …