This process shows you how to remove paint or rust mechanically from the surface of a stainless steel tube with a 457 x 6 or 457 x 13mm powerfile belt then there is no better option than the surface conditioning belts. They will remove the coatings quickly and leave a bright satin finish. We have given two grade options to compare with your original material surface VT FE1 material: will leave a 150 / 180 grit satin finish VT FE2 material: will leave a 240 grit satin finish Want to remove rust without scratching the surface further? We recommend the Inoxiclean Restore.