Crocus Cloth Sheets
Crocus Cloth Sheets — 9" x 11" — Ultra-Fine Metal Polishing
USA1 Abrasives Crocus Cloth Sheets are the traditional choice of mechanics and machinists for ultra-fine metal polishing and surface finishing. Made with iron oxide (crocus) abrasive on a flexible J-weight cloth backing, these sheets produce a smooth, polished surface on metal shafts, bushings, bearings, and precision components where standard sandpaper is too aggressive.
Technical Specifications
- Abrasive Material: Iron oxide (crocus)
- Backing: Flexible J-weight cloth
- Sheet Size: 9" x 11"
- Grit Equivalent: 800 grit ANSI / P1500 grit FEPA (ultra-fine)
- Application: Dry or light oil polishing
Key Features & Benefits
- Ultra-Fine Abrasive: Equivalent to 800 grit — removes only the finest surface imperfections
- Flexible J-Weight Cloth: Conforms perfectly to round shafts, bushings, and curved surfaces
- Gentle on Precision Parts: Polishes without removing significant material — ideal for tight-tolerance components
- Traditional Machinist's Choice: Trusted for generations in machine shops and automotive repair
- Tear-Resistant: Cloth backing withstands wrapping around shafts and pulling back and forth
- Leaves a Polished Finish: Produces a smooth, bright surface on ferrous and non-ferrous metals
Recommended Applications
- Polishing engine crankshafts and camshafts
- Smoothing bearing journals and bushings
- Cleaning and polishing valve stems
- Removing light rust and oxidation from precision parts
- Final polishing of machined metal surfaces
- Lathe polishing of turned metal components
How to Use Crocus Cloth
- Wrap a strip around the shaft or component
- Pull back and forth in a shoe-shine motion for round parts
- Use with light machine oil for best results on precision components
- Follow with a clean cloth to remove residue
The Machinist's Traditional Finishing Tool. Ultra-Fine Polishing for Precision Metal Parts.