Order by 24/7 by web, contact our sales reps or call by phone.
What you need, when you need it, all in one place.
Most orders ship same day.
Advice and support from knowledgeable professionals.
Festool Granat 5 inch sanding disc uses a 40 grit abrasive, so it cuts aggressively to level surfaces or strip heavy coatings when fast stock removal is the priority. The disc is built on a paper backed abrasive, which keeps the pad flexible enough to follow contours while still holding up under consistent sanding passes. A hook & loop backing interfaces with matching hook & loop pads, allowing quick disc changes between grits during multi-step sanding jobs. The 9-hole layout provides a defined pattern for dust extraction, helping keep the scratch pattern clearer while you sand. Granat is described as Festool's most long-lasting and highest performing abrasive, which means fewer disc changes during extended use. This Granat abrasive is well suited for nearly all applications, from bare wood to paints and most modern paint systems, so one disc family can cover multiple shop tasks.
This 5 inch Granat disc is sized for 5 inch sanding pads, so it fits that pad diameter with full-face coverage during operation. The hook & loop backing mates to hook & loop pad faces, allowing the installer to press the disc in place and pull it off cleanly when changing discs. The 9-hole layout works with pads that share the same pattern, so the holes line up for effective dust extraction through the sander. With 40 grit abrasive on a paper backed disc, the setup supports aggressive leveling and coating removal as an early step in a sanding sequence. The disc format is part of Festool's Granat line, so it integrates into workflows built around Granat abrasives on various surfaces and coatings.
Festool Granat abrasive discs are described as well suited for nearly all applications, so this 5 inch 40 grit disc can move across different substrates in the same shop. On bare wood, the 40 grit Hardened Aluminum Oxide grain cuts aggressively, handling flattening, shaping, or initial leveling before finer sanding steps. When used on paints and most modern paint systems, the closed coated abrasive face works across the coated surface, helping strip or level finishes without scattered scratch patterns. On VOC clear coats, the synthetic resin bonded grain maintains a steady cut as the disc moves through the cured film, which supports controlled removal of problem areas or preparation for refinishing. On plastic materials and solid surface materials, the dense, closed coated abrasive coverage applies even pressure points, which helps avoid isolated gouging while still removing material efficiently. When sanding acrylics and composites, the Granat formulation is suited for these substrates, giving installers one abrasive family they can apply across these specialized surfaces in shop or site work.
The Hardened Aluminum Oxide grain on this Granat disc provides a tough cutting surface, so the abrasive resists wearing down quickly under continuous use and keeps removal rates steadier over longer sanding runs. The synthetic resin bond that anchors the grain to the paper backing holds particles securely, which helps maintain a predictable scratch pattern from the center of the disc out to the edges. Closed coated construction covers nearly the entire disc face with abrasive, so the workpiece contacts a uniform cutting field, improving surface consistency when leveling coatings or evening out composite laminations. The 9-hole vent pattern channels dust into matching extraction systems, which keeps debris from loading the grit as rapidly and supports clear visibility of scratch direction while sanding. The paper backed structure allows the disc to conform to mild surface variations, helping installers follow profiles while still maintaining enough firmness to flatten high spots. Because this disc sits within Festool Granat abrasive discs, professionals can standardize on a known cutting behavior across woods, coatings, plastics, acrylics, and composites, giving more predictable outcomes when repeating finishing processes.
The Festool Granat 5 inch 40 grit disc is well suited for bare wood, paints, most modern paint systems, VOC clear coats, plastic materials, solid surface materials, acrylics, and composites, so one disc type serves many shop materials.
The hardened aluminum oxide grain provides a tough, aggressive cutting surface, which supports sustained stock removal and helps the disc hold its cutting ability through demanding sanding tasks.
The 9 hole design aligns with matching pad patterns for dust extraction, moving dust away from the sanding face, which supports clearer visibility and more consistent cutting.
This Granat disc is described as Festool's most long-lasting and highest performing abrasive, meaning its grain and bonding are designed to provide extended life compared to other Festool abrasives.
The hook and loop backing lets the disc attach to and release from compatible pads quickly, which reduces downtime when switching grits or replacing worn discs during a job.
The closed coated structure covers nearly the entire disc surface with abrasive grain, creating a dense cutting face that supports even, aggressive stock removal on coated and uncoated surfaces.
The Festool Granat 5 inch 40 grit hook & loop disc combines Hardened Aluminum Oxide grain, synthetic resin bonding, and closed coated construction to support aggressive sanding on many materials. With a 9-hole pattern for dust extraction and a paper backed structure that balances flexibility and firmness, this disc aligns with professional workflows using woods, coatings, plastics, acrylics, and composites. Selecting this Granat 5 inch sanding disc lets installers and serious DIY users rely on one abrasive line for heavy-cut stages across multiple substrates.
Sold In: 1 Box