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LaneHammer20

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Relative life of Sandpaper?
« on: October 27, 2008, 10:41:56 AM »
I have started to use sandpaper alot more now instead of abralon. I finally found something for a backing that allowed me to get a good fiish on the ball.

From others with more experience with sandpaper, how long do you deem the sandpaper is good or somewhat near the grit it states? How many uses? Thanks in advance.
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charlest

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Re: Relative life of Sandpaper?
« Reply #1 on: October 27, 2008, 06:48:44 PM »
Depends on the grit level and the original surface of the ball. Those, in turn, determine how hard you will press and for how long and what kind of sandpaper you have. 400 (US) grit normal wet/dry will, of course, last a lot longer than 2000 (US) grit level wet/dry.

The new Rhino paper (Rhynowet Redline Sheets - Aluminum Oxide Waterproof from Supergrit.com) can last a lot longer.

Unfortunately, like many things bowling, there is no set formula. Sandpaper is just a lot more cost effective than many other abrasives.
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charlest

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Re: Relative life of Sandpaper?
« Reply #2 on: October 27, 2008, 07:02:23 PM »
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 I finally found something for a backing that allowed me to get a good fiish on the ball.


Just interested in what you found that works with sandpaper?
I wrap it around a scotchbrite pad...ok but not ideal.
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Don't wrap it around anything. Dampen a household sponge. Cut 9" x11" sandpaper sheet into quarters. Fold one quarter in half. It should fit on the front of the sponge. The damp sponge is good backing to press against the curved side of the ball. Otherwise the best surface is a CAB.

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LaneHammer20

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Re: Relative life of Sandpaper?
« Reply #3 on: October 27, 2008, 07:21:16 PM »
I have actually been using the backside of a abralon pad that I don't ever use. Seems to work good. I never got around to using a sponge yet, but am going to try it.


Ya it is nice that sandpaper is only $1 a sheet.
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charlest

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Re: Relative life of Sandpaper?
« Reply #4 on: October 27, 2008, 09:06:59 PM »
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I have actually been using the backside of a abralon pad that I don't ever use. Seems to work good. I never got around to using a sponge yet, but am going to try it.

Ya it is nice that sandpaper is only $1 a sheet.
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The back side of Abralon is sponge-like material - foam rubber.
Sponge is thicker. Both are reasonable.

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Re: Relative life of Sandpaper?
« Reply #5 on: October 27, 2008, 11:13:28 PM »
I am a big fan of silicone carbide sandpapers over any other sanding abrasive pad due to the consistent results and predictability of final grit. If you have a harbor freight, they have 600,800,I think 1200, and 1500 wet silicone carbide paper. When I used to use this brand, I would do two balls and toss it.

We've actually been testing a new type of sanding disc and let me tell you, WOW! the results are G-R-E-A-T. The projected comparison is 30 balls at the listed grit and then 15+ balls at 1.25 times the listed grit. (800 grit pad: 30 balls at 800grit, 15+ more balls at 1000grit). I've sanded the serial number off our test ball with one 600 grit pad. lol.  We're packaging them up this week and plan to have them on the website next week.

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Re: Relative life of Sandpaper?
« Reply #6 on: October 28, 2008, 06:01:36 AM »
For resurface/smoothing plugs, I have gone to Rhino paper (Rhynowet Redline Sheets - Aluminum Oxide Waterproof from Supergrit.com) and as charlest said, it all depends on your pressure, length of time on the ball. For me, I've also found how you dry/after use, them.

I have a rack, fold them over allow to dry but prior to that I use a small nylon brush to clean them of any material on them. I started this with the Abralon pad to get any small particles off them and found it get more than just rinsing could ever get. I also use this brush after I use one side just so there is nothing on the paper that might cause a difference in the grit.

Found, only once, at Wal Mart, a 'jumbo sponge' in the automotive section that's about 3" thick. They had a 6 pack for $1.00, nasty colors but hey, I got 6 packs and I don't care what color they are, anyway. Don't throw out your old Abralon used pads, the foam back makes a great 'polish applicator'.

Hope some of this helps you.
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mastergunner

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Re: Relative life of Sandpaper?
« Reply #7 on: October 30, 2008, 09:42:47 AM »
What is the difference between sandpaper and abralon? I have not seen 2000 grit sandpaper at WalMart.

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los2003

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Re: Relative life of Sandpaper?
« Reply #8 on: October 30, 2008, 09:56:30 AM »
I may have to start ordering from supergrit. I've chacked all the hardware store in my area and none carry much except for wood.. I have to check harbor freight though.
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