Erodable agglomerates and abrasive products containing the same

Abstract From the Canadian patent

This invention relates to erodable agglomerates containing abrasive grains and to abrasive products containing these agglomerates. Conventional coated abrasives typically consist of a single layer of abrasive grain adhered to a backing. It has been found that only up to about 15% of the grains in the layer are actually utilized in removing any of the workpiece. It follows then that about 85% of the grains in the layer are wasted. Furthermore, the backing one of, the more expensive components of the coated abrasive must also be disposed of before the end of its useful life. This invention provides erodable agglomerates containing individual abrasive grains, a binder and matrix material …