3M Sanding Screen Sheet 483W, 80, 9 in x 11 in, 25/Carton, 2Case of 50

• Can be run wet or dry
• Ideal for drywall and white metal defect highlighting
• Open screen backing offers extreme resistance to loading
• Silicon carbide mineral cuts sharp, fast
• Works best with light pressure

3M Sanding Screen Sheet 483W employs fast-cutting, sharp silicon carbide mineral bonded to a durable screen cloth mesh. Extremely load-resistant, use it wet or dry for buffing and finishing both soft woods and metal surfaces.

Silicon Carbide Coated Abrasive Mesh
The unique characteristics of our 3M™ Sanding Screen Sheet 483W are its open mesh backing and its sharp, fast-cutting abrasive mineral.

Commonly called "drywall paper," our 3M™ Sanding Screen Sheet 483W offers extreme resistance to loading on soft woods, drywall and metal by utilizing an open-mesh cloth backing that keeps loading to a minimum and resists the friction and heat of continuous sanding. It is ideal for plaster, drywall and other substrates that would load conventional abrasives with the copious amount of fine, flourlike dust they generate.

A waterproof resin bond allows this sheet to be run in wet applications. The sheet comes in 6 grades from 60 to 180.

Silicon Carbide Coated Abrasive Mesh
A hard and brittle mineral, silicon carbide fractures easily, resulting in freshly exposed sharp edges that cut extra fast and produce a smooth, professional-looking finish. Silicon carbide products are commonly used for low-pressure applications such as paint prep and finishing on wood and metal. While it wears faster than aluminum oxide, it produces a superior finish.

Body in White: White Metal Repair Highlighting
Our 3M™ Sanding Screen Sheet 483W is frequently used in white metal repair operations. Car bodies that have been welded together typically have oily surfaces, so the open mesh backing on this abrasive is useful.

Stamping operations frequently leave imperfections on car panels. 3M screen cloth products are used to sand lightly on the car panels, causing high spots to shine a little brighter. The screen cloth works well because the oily surface does not load.

Trusted 3M Brand Model

The 3M Sanding Screen Sheet 483W is a reliable choice for sanding tasks. This model features a durable screen cloth mesh that holds up well during use, ensuring consistent performance.

Known for quality, 3M’s 483W model is designed to handle both wet and dry sanding. Its open mesh backing helps resist loading, making it ideal for drywall and metal surfaces.

Precise Silicon Carbide Mineral

This sanding screen uses sharp silicon carbide mineral, which cuts fast and clean. The mineral’s hardness allows it to fracture and expose fresh edges, giving a smooth finish.

Silicon carbide is perfect for light pressure sanding on wood and metal. It wears faster than aluminum oxide but delivers a superior finish, making it great for paint prep and finishing.

Optimal Size And Format

The sheets measure 9 inches by 11 inches, providing a practical size for various sanding jobs. This format fits well on sanding blocks or hand sanding applications.

Each carton contains 25 sheets, and a full case includes 250 sheets. This pack size supports both small projects and larger jobs requiring multiple sheets.

Versatile Wet Or Dry

3M’s sanding screen can be used wet or dry thanks to its waterproof resin bond. This flexibility allows users to choose the best method for their surface and project needs.

Wet sanding helps reduce dust and heat buildup, while dry sanding is convenient for quick touch-ups. The open mesh backing also prevents clogging in either method.

Effective Open Mesh Backing

The open screen backing offers extreme resistance to loading, which means less clogging and longer-lasting abrasive action. This is especially useful on drywall and white metal surfaces.

This backing also works well on oily or imperfect surfaces, such as welded car bodies. It highlights defects by sanding lightly without loading up, making it ideal for metal repair.