A structured
abrasive article, methods of making an
abrasive article, and methods of using an
abrasive article. The abrasive composites forming the abrasive article have a height of at least 500 micrometers, and the abrasive particles in the composites have an average particle size of at least 40 micrometers, in some embodiments, at least about 85 micrometers. The large
topography composites, together with the large
ceramic abrasive particles, provides an abrasive article that has a more consistent
cut, a longer
cutting life, and a more consistent
surface finish than conventional make / coat abrasive articles with the same size and type of abrasive particles. Additionally, the large
topography composites, together with the large
ceramic abrasive particles, provide an abrasive article that has a more consistent
cut, a longer
cutting life, and a more consistent
surface finish than structured abrasive articles having a smaller
topography, even with the same abrasive particles.