Paper discs have mostly been used for sanding work on bodywork, but professionals who try film discs often find sanding qualities that they do not get with paper.
We tell you the advantages between the TSAR film disc and the paper disc so that you can choose the most suitable one according to the sanding job to be done.
Composition of the TSAR abrasive disc
We start by explaining the composition of our abrasive disc. 
At the base we find the support of the disc, which is the material on which the mineralYou can find the support paper or film.
Between the mineral and the substrate there is a layer of resin which provides a strong adhesion between these two materials.
A special coating is applied to the mineral, which is stearate which provides superior performance for longer product life.
The mineral will have a specific size and distribution according to the grain that we need in our work. sanding.
Grits range from coarser or coarse (P-60 or P-80) used for removing thick layers of paint, to finer grits (P-1500 or P-2000) used for final and finishing work, where a uniform sanding is required to remove surface imperfections.
Main advantages of abrasive film over paper
The film-backed disc is considered to be the evolution of paper, which is why bodywork professionals are increasingly opting for film-backed sanding. Here are some of its main advantages:
- The film does not tear as easily as paper.
- The film has a high durability compared to paper.
- The film gives the product a longer shelf life
- The film provides exceptional performance and finish
- The film is the best choice for wet and dry sanding applications.
- The film provides fewer flaking problems
- The film has a longer shelf life
This is reason enough for the professional to choose film abrasive discs for wet and dry sanding work.
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Download this document which shows you the differences between film and paper backing.
