Sanding Discs 270Pc Kit for Drills with Grits 36 to 3000

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If you’ve ever been mid-project and realized you’re three grits short of finishing the job properly, you know the frustration. Maybe you’re working on metal prep and suddenly need to jump from aggressive rust removal to fine finishing, or you’re restoring wood pieces that require everything from paint stripping to final buffing. We tested the 270 pack 2 inch sanding discs kit for drill grinder specifically because our shop kept running into this exact problem—buying individual grit packs that never seemed to have the right variety when we needed it.

This comprehensive kit promises to solve the grit-hunting problem with 270 discs spanning from aggressive 36-grit all the way to ultra-fine 3000-grit, plus the backing plates you need to actually use them. After putting this set through real-world metalworking, woodworking, and automotive detailing tasks over several weeks, we found it delivers remarkable versatility for the money, though it’s not without some trade-offs that professionals should understand before buying.

The bottom line up front: This kit excels at giving you options. Whether you’re prepping welds, refinishing furniture, or detailing automotive parts, having this range of grits at your fingertips eliminates downtime and lets you match the abrasive to the task rather than making do with whatever’s in the drawer.

Why This 270 Pack 2 Inch Sanding Discs Kit for Drill Grinder Stands Out

Most sanding disc kits give you maybe five or six grit options. This one provides fifteen different grits—36, 60, 80, 120, 180, 240, 320, 400, 600, 800, 1000, 1200, 1500, 2000, and 3000. During our testing, this range proved genuinely useful rather than just impressive on paper. We moved seamlessly from stripping powder coating with the 36-grit discs to polishing the same aluminum part to a near-mirror finish with the 3000-grit, all from the same kit.

The inclusion of both 1/8-inch and 1/4-inch shank backing plates immediately sets this apart from cheaper alternatives. We’ve tested plenty of kits that only include one shank size, forcing you to either buy additional hardware or skip using certain tools entirely. Having both options meant we could swap this kit between our die grinder (1/4-inch), Dremel-style rotary tool (1/8-inch), and cordless drill (1/4-inch) without any adapter hunting.

The hook-and-loop (Velcro-style) attachment system worked consistently throughout testing. We were initially skeptical about durability with 270 discs, but the backing plates maintained solid grip even after dozens of disc changes. The 2-inch size hits a sweet spot for detail work—small enough for tight spaces and curved surfaces, but large enough to cover ground efficiently on flat areas.

Compared to buying individual grit packs from brands like 3M or Norton, this kit costs roughly 60-70% less while providing far more variety. Yes, the individual disc quality doesn’t match premium brands disc-for-disc, but for the applications where you need this variety, the value proposition makes sense.

Key Features & Specifications

• 270 total discs across 15 grit levels: 36, 60, 80, 120, 180, 240, 320, 400, 600, 800, 1000, 1200, 1500, 2000, 3000-grit (18 discs per grit level)
• 2-inch diameter: Ideal for detail work, curved surfaces, and areas where full-size sanders can’t reach
• Dual shank backing plates: One 1/8-inch shank and one 1/4-inch shank backer plate included for universal tool compatibility
• Hook-and-loop attachment: Quick-change system allows rapid grit switching without tools
• Compatible tools: Works with electric drills, die grinders, pneumatic grinders, rotary tools (Dremel-style), and right-angle grinders with appropriate adapters
• Grit range explanation: 36-120 for aggressive material removal and paint stripping; 180-400 for general smoothing and prep work; 600-1200 for fine finishing; 1500-3000 for polishing and ultra-smooth surfaces
• Aluminum oxide abrasive: The coarse to medium grits use durable aluminum oxide; finer grits appear to use silicon carbide for better finish quality
• Storage case: Comes with an organized plastic case with labeled compartments for each grit level

Hands-On Performance Testing

Metalworking Applications: We used this kit extensively on a custom exhaust fabrication project. The 60-grit discs removed mill scale and surface rust from mild steel tubing efficiently, though they wore faster than premium Norton discs we’ve used. The 120 and 180-grit options prepped weld seams nicely, and stepping through 320, 600, and 1000-grit produced excellent results on stainless steel trim pieces. The highest grits (2000-3000) created a polished finish on aluminum brackets that required minimal additional buffing compound.

Woodworking Tests: On a furniture restoration project, the variety really shined. We stripped old varnish with 80-grit, smoothed the bare wood with 180 and 240-grit, and did final prep with 400-grit before finishing. The 2-inch size was perfect for spindle work and detailed areas that would take forever with hand sanding. One notable limitation: the coarser grits (36-80) loaded up quickly on softer woods like pine, requiring frequent disc changes.

Automotive Detailing: Headlight restoration became significantly easier with this kit. We started with 400-grit to remove oxidation, then progressed through 600, 800, 1000, 1500, 2000, and finished with 3000-grit before polishing. The progression produced glass-clear results on three different vehicles. The small disc size was ideal for following headlight contours without hitting surrounding paint.

Durability Observations: Disc lifespan varied considerably by grit and material. Coarse grits (36-120) on metal lasted about 3-5 minutes of moderate-pressure work before dulling noticeably. Mid-range grits (180-600) held up better, giving 8-12 minutes of useful life. Fine grits (1000+) seemed to last longer but showed wear patterns that affected finish quality after extended use. For context, premium individual discs typically last 50-75% longer in our experience.

The backing plates held up well with one surprise issue: the foam pad showed compression wear after about 30 disc changes, which slightly reduced the cushioning effect. This didn’t stop the discs from working but did make them slightly more aggressive and less forgiving on delicate surfaces.

What We Liked (Pros)

Unmatched grit variety for the price: Having 15 different grits available eliminated the common workflow problem of needing to stop mid-project to source a specific grit. The comprehensive range from 36 to 3000 genuinely covered every sanding and polishing situation we encountered during testing. This isn’t just convenience—it’s a legitimate time-saver when you’re billing by the hour or working against deadlines.

Both shank sizes included: The dual backing plates (1/8″ and 1/4″) meant we never encountered a tool compatibility issue. This small detail saved us from buying separate kits or hunting for adapters. We used the same disc set on five different tools without any additional purchases.

Organized storage case: The included case with labeled compartments kept all 270 discs organized and identifiable. After three weeks of regular use, we could still find