| SKU | 7000119695 |
|---|---|
| Legacy SKU | 60455031843 |
| UPC | 00051131010727 |
| Catalog Number | 01072 |
| Product Number | 216U |
The 3M Hookit Gold Disc 255P/216U is a precision-coated disc with a long life and exceptionally smooth finishing to auto body sanding projects. It features light A-weight paper backing with sharp, durable aluminum oxide abrasive a fast, aggressive cut, yet a uniform finish for feather-edging and primer sanding. Load-resistant coating and various available hole pattern provide good dust resistance.
- A-weight paper backing is ideal for fine power sanding and finishing
- Aluminium oxide abrasive combines fast cut with long disc life
- Hookit™ disc is easy to change and reuse, maximising utility for the life of the disc
- Open coat construction provides a more aggressive cut and minimises dust
- Load-resistant coating prevents dust and debris from clogging the disc
Product Dimensions |
Imperial | Metric |
| Weight | 1.30999 lbs | |
|---|---|---|
| Width | 6.14173 in | |
| Length | 6.14173 in | |
| Height | 2.51969 in | |
| Center Hole Diameter | 0.0 NP |
Shipping Dimensions |
|
| Weight | 5.24921 lb |
|---|---|
| Length | 15.11811 in |
| Width | 6.88976 in |
| Height | 7.24409 in |
| Color | Gold |
|---|---|
| Maximum Speed | 10,000 rpm |
PRODUCT FAQ
-
What grit size is the 3M Hookit Gold Disc, and what applications is it best for?
The P500 grit is ideal for fine sanding and finishing work. It's perfect for preparing surfaces between coats of paint or primer, light sanding of primer, and final finishing before topcoats on automotive, woodworking, and general industrial applications.
-
How many discs come in each package, and what's included in a full case?
Each carton contains 100 discs, and a full case includes 4 cartons, giving you 400 discs total. This bulk packaging helps keep your costs down while ensuring you have plenty of discs on hand.
-
What does "Dust Free" mean, and why does it matter?
The Dust Free feature means these discs are designed to work with dust extraction systems to capture sanding dust at the source. This keeps your work area cleaner, improves visibility while sanding, and helps protect worker health by reducing airborne dust particles.
-
What size is the disc, and will it fit my sander?
The 6-inch size fits most standard 6-inch orbital and random orbital sanders with Hookit backing. Just make sure your sander has the Hookit fastening system, which uses the quick-change attachment method rather than adhesive-backed discs.
The 3M Hookit Gold Disc 225P/216U represents an advanced sanding solution specifically engineered for fine-grade applications requiring precision and superior finish quality. This specialized disc combines a lightweight A-weight paper backing with carefully calibrated abrasive properties, making it particularly well-suited for delicate operations such as feather-edging applications, final surface preparation preceding primer application, and primer surface refinement. The disc's design characteristics enable craftspeople to achieve smooth, uniform results across a variety of demanding finishing tasks.
Construction and Material CompositionThis premium sanding disc features an open coat construction methodology, which distinguishes it through strategically spaced abrasive grain placement. This innovative spacing arrangement facilitates the efficient evacuation of sanding dust, residual particles, and other debris generated during the sanding process, thereby preventing the accumulation of material on the disc's cutting surface. Such accumulation, commonly referred to as clogging, significantly diminishes sanding efficiency and extends project timelines.
The abrasive component utilizes aluminum oxide mineral technology, a time-proven material known for delivering sharp, consistent cutting action. Additionally, the abrasive grains are treated with a load-resistant coating formulation that enables the disc to maintain its cutting effectiveness even when processing materials prone to adhesion, such as paint, primer, and other challenging substrates.
Recommended Applications and Substrates- Clear coat surfaces
- Fiberglass materials
- Painted surfaces and topcoats
- Primer layers
- Plastic components and assemblies
The comprehensive design approach of the 3M Hookit Gold Disc 225P/216U delivers measurable improvements in overall work efficiency and resource conservation. By minimizing disc clogging through open coat construction and incorporating load-resistant grain protection, users experience sustained cutting performance throughout extended sanding sessions. This sustained performance translates directly into increased productivity gains and reduced consumption of abrasive materials, ultimately optimizing both project costs and timeline completion.
```























