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Brief history: Abrasive Coarseness (grits)

• FEPA = the only Federation in the abrasive world

• Formed in 1955

• Continuously develop & review EN and ISO standards

related to abrasives

• Masterminds behind grading systems

- This grading system is used for abrasive grains designed

for use in coated abrasives, such as sandpaper and

abrasive cloth.

- The FEPA P system also uses grit sizes based on the

average diameter of the abrasive grains.