{"product_id":"festool-205650-saphir-for-9-225mm-sanders-24-grit-25-pack","title":"Festool Saphir Sandpaper for PLANEX 2 Sanders, 25-Pack","description":"\u003csection data-aplus\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-features\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"features\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/grit-range.svg\" alt=\"grit-range\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAggressive P24 Cut\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThis coarse abrasive is built for fast material removal when lighter paper just skates over the surface. It is a good fit for knocking down texture, stripping stubborn coatings, and leveling hard surfaces before moving to a finer grit.\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/vacuum-compatibility.svg\" alt=\"vacuum-compatibility\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e48-Hole Dust Flow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThe 48-hole pattern works with Festool Jetstream-style dust extraction to pull debris off the pad instead of letting it pack into the abrasive. That helps the sheet cut more consistently and last longer in heavy sanding.\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/sander.svg\" alt=\"sander\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade for PLANEX\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eFestool 205650 Saphir Abrasive Sheets are sized for 9 inch PLANEX long-reach sanders, so you get the right diameter, hole layout, and backing for drywall and surface-prep work overhead or across large wall areas.\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-overview\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\" data-product-summary\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFestool 205650 Saphir Abrasive Sheets\u003c\/strong\u003e are 9 inch, P24 grit sanding discs sold in a 25-pack for Festool PLANEX drywall sanders. This is a drywall sander abrasive designed for aggressive stock removal, texture removal, and sanding hard, stubborn surfaces. Model Number: 205650. If your job starts with thick buildup, rough compound, plaster, or coatings that need to come off fast, this is the coarse paper you reach for before refinement starts.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe big story here is cut speed. P24 is an intentionally rough grit, and Festool positions the Saphir line for the toughest, most challenging surfaces. In practical terms, that means this abrasive is meant for the ugly part of the job: removing texture, flattening heavy buildup, and getting through hard coatings or surface contamination that would quickly clog or dull lighter-duty paper. It is well suited for quick removal of textures and for sanding hard surfaces when production matters more than finish quality at this stage.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Festool 205650 Saphir Abrasive Sheets use a 225 mm diameter format, which is the standard 9 inch size used on PLANEX long-reach sanders. That large disc size matters on walls and ceilings because it covers more area per pass and helps keep the sanding pattern consistent over broad surfaces. For drywall contractors, remodelers, and painters doing prep, that means less time chasing uneven removal across large fields.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaterial construction matters with coarse abrasives, and the product data points to a heavy-duty build. Supplementary source data identifies a durable aluminum oxide abrasive with ceramic alumina and a tear-resistant cloth or fabric backing for longer life in extreme applications. That is exactly what you want in a coarse disc. Lower-grade paper can tear, load up, or lose bite too early when you lean on it. A tougher backing helps the disc stay intact when the work is rough and the pressure is real.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDust handling is another reason this disc makes sense in the Festool system. The disc uses a 48-hole pattern and Festool calls out Jetstream dust removal benefits. On the job, good dust extraction is not just about cleaner air. It helps keep the abrasive face from packing up, which maintains cutting action and reduces the heat and drag that can shorten disc life. When you are sanding drywall compound, plaster, paint, fiberglass, composites, concrete, or steel, that cleaner airflow helps the disc keep working instead of glazing over early.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCompatibility is clear and important here. These abrasive sheets are suitable for the Festool PLANEX LHS 2 225 EQ(I), PLANEX 225 EQ, PLANEX LHS-E 225 easy, and PLANEX LHS 2-M 225 EQ long-reach sanders. This is not a generic one-size-fits-all sanding sheet. The diameter and hole pattern are built around the PLANEX platform, so buyers should match the tool and pad correctly if they want full dust extraction performance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUse case matters with a disc like this because P24 is not a finishing grit. It is for removal, leveling, and prep work where speed comes first. If you are opening up a surface before patching, stripping down problem coatings, or knocking down heavy texture before stepping through finer grits, this is the right type of abrasive. If you are already at the smoothing stage, this grit is too aggressive and you should move finer.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWho should buy it? Contractors using PLANEX sanders for drywall, renovation, repaint prep, and surface restoration will get the most value here. It also makes sense for pros dealing with hard coatings and stubborn materials on wood, paint, plastics, fiberglass, composites, concrete, and steel. Serious DIY users can absolutely use it, but this is a purpose-built coarse abrasive for people who know the first pass is about fast removal, not finish-ready results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFast Removal on Tough Surfaces\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.anglera.com\/assets\/74d6ed76-fe0d-4d23-a9db-1f8749ca9ef2\/50925923434790_297e105171b0.jpg\" alt=\"Festool 205650 Saphir Abrasive Sheets being installed on a PLANEX drywall sander during interior wall and ceiling surface prep\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the surface is thick, uneven, or packed with old texture, a coarse disc saves real time. The Festool 205650 Saphir Abrasive Sheets are built for that first aggressive pass where the goal is to remove material quickly and get the wall or ceiling under control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eP24 grit for heavy stock removal and rapid texture knockdown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for hard, stubborn surfaces and heavy-duty sanding conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits-2\" class=\"acc flip\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDust Extraction That Helps the Disc Last\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.anglera.com\/assets\/74d6ed76-fe0d-4d23-a9db-1f8749ca9ef2\/50925923434790_557fffc2bb09.jpg\" alt=\"Festool 205650 Saphir Abrasive Sheets aligned on a PLANEX sanding pad with dust extraction holes matched for drywall sanding\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoarse paper works best when dust can actually clear the face of the disc. The 48-hole layout supports efficient extraction, which means less loading, steadier cutting, and fewer wasted sheets during long wall and ceiling runs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e225 mm disc with 48-hole pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJetstream design supports cleaner air, better finishes, and longer abrasive and pad life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits-3\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt for the PLANEX Platform\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.anglera.com\/assets\/74d6ed76-fe0d-4d23-a9db-1f8749ca9ef2\/50925923434790_7a336e4700e6.jpg\" alt=\"Festool 205650 Saphir Abrasive Sheets 9 inch sanding disc with 48 holes shown as a close-up product view for PLANEX drywall sanders\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFit matters with large-format sanding discs. This sheet is sized specifically for Festool PLANEX long-reach sanders, so the diameter and hole pattern match the machine the way they should. That gives you better pad contact and full use of the extraction system instead of a near fit that works poorly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with select Festool PLANEX 225 mm long-reach sanders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSold as a 25-pack for production sanding and repeat jobs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-whats-included\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"tnincluded-wrapper\"\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(25) Festool Saphir P24 abrasive sheets, 9 in \/ 225 mm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-key-specifications\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003ctable class=\"aplusspecs\"\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eP24\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDiameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9 in (225 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHole Pattern\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48 holes\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAbrasive Line\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaphir\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMineral\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminum Oxide \u0026amp; Ceramic Alumina\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBacking Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCloth\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePackage Quantity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMade In\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGermany\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-compatibility\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"compat-list\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/sander.svg\" alt=\"sander\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTool Platform\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eFits Festool PLANEX long-reach drywall sanders using 225 mm sanding discs.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/model-number.svg\" alt=\"model-number\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Models\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eSuitable for PLANEX LHS 2 225 EQ(I), PLANEX 225 EQ, PLANEX LHS-E 225 easy, and PLANEX LHS 2-M 225 EQ.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/vacuum-compatibility.svg\" alt=\"vacuum-compatibility\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDust Extraction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003e48-hole layout supports Festool Jetstream dust removal when paired with the correct pad and extractor setup.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-applications-uses\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"tags\"\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eDrywall\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003ePainting Prep\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eRemodeling\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eGeneral Contracting\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eTexture Removal\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eHard Surface Sanding\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003ePlaster and Compound Prep\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eSurface Restoration\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-pro-tips\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"tip-row\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/specs.svg\" alt=\"specs\" class=\"icon-lg\"\u003e \u003cp class=\"tip-text\"\u003eUse this P24 disc for the first cut only, especially on texture or thick coatings. Once the surface is flat, step down to a finer PLANEX abrasive instead of trying to finish with this grit, or you will spend extra time chasing out deep scratch marks.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-warranty\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWarranty \u0026amp; Support\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"warranty-row\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/warranty.svg\" alt=\"warranty\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"warranty-text\"\u003e No manufacturer's warranty is listed for this abrasive pack. \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-tool-nut-take\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/div\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFestool 205650 Saphir Abrasive Sheets are the right call when removal speed matters more than finesse\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis is the kind of abrasive you buy for ugly prep work, and that is exactly why it earns its keep.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWho it's for:\u003c\/strong\u003e PLANEX users stripping texture, flattening rough compound, or grinding through hard coatings on walls and ceilings.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coarse P24 bite, heavy-duty abrasive build, and a 48-hole pattern that works with Festool dust extraction instead of fighting it.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorth knowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is not a finish sanding disc. It is a first-step paper for fast removal, so plan on following it with finer grits if you need a paint-ready surface.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails id=\"product-faqs\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat tool is this abrasive made for?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is made for Festool PLANEX 225 mm long-reach drywall sanders, including the PLANEX LHS 2 225 EQ(I), PLANEX 225 EQ, PLANEX LHS-E 225 easy, and PLANEX LHS 2-M 225 EQ.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat grit is it?\u003c\/strong\u003e This pack is P24 grit, which is a very coarse abrasive intended for aggressive removal rather than finish sanding.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat materials can it be used on?\u003c\/strong\u003e Product data lists it for heavy-duty sanding on wood, paint, plastics, fiberglass, composites, concrete, steel, drywall compound, and plaster.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it support dust extraction?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. The 48-hole disc layout is designed to work with Festool's dust removal system for better debris extraction and more consistent sanding.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Festool","offers":[{"title":"24 Grit \/ 25","offer_id":50925923434790,"sku":"205650","price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"36 Grit \/ 25","offer_id":52109777109286,"sku":"205652","price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/saphir-lhs-2.jpg?v=1755460193","url":"https:\/\/www.toolnut.com\/products\/festool-205650-saphir-for-9-225mm-sanders-24-grit-25-pack","provider":"Tool Nut","version":"1.0","type":"link"}