Problem group
Paper Tears Early
The sheet rips, catches, or wears through before expected.
Sandpaper tears on sharp edges
The sandpaper tears when sanding a sharp edge or corner. Recommended grit: Use 120 or 180 to break a sharp edge, then refine with 220 and 320 when a smoother edge is needed.
sheet problem
edge sanding
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Sandpaper tears from folding
The sandpaper tears where it is folded. Recommended grit: The grit is not the main issue. Use the grit required for the job, but handle the sheet without hard creases.
sheet problem
sheet handling
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Sandpaper tears from heavy pressure
The sandpaper tears early when too much pressure is used. Recommended grit: Use the correct grit for the cut needed. Move coarser for removal, then refine with the next finer grits.
sheet problem
sheet handling
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