What size polishing pad should I use?

When performing heavy correction work, such as removing swirls and scratches, a 5.5 inch buffing pad is the preferred size by most professionals. For general polishing and waxing, a 6.5 inch buffing pad is ideal because it covers a larger area.

What size polishing pads do I need?

Most users prefer 5.5 inch or 6.5 inch pads when using a Random Orbital DA Polisher. This is excellent size for these tools with a great compromise between section size and efficiency. 6.5 inch pads will cover more surface area, while 5.5 inch pads are will allow for a more powerful polishing action.

Can I use a 6 inch pad on a 5 inch polisher?

As long as the pads witdth exceeds the plate you won't cause any damage.

What size pads for 5 back plate?

On a 5" bp the 6.5 pads will be a little too big for my liking. You won`t be able to apply pressure evenly. Also the 6.5" pads are thicker and will be awkward on a 5" bp. Go with the 5.5 inch pads, it`s a perfect fit.

Can you put a 6 inch pad on a 5 inch backing plate?

You can use a 6 inch plate with a 6.5 inch pad. I would go with the 5 inch plate though. It will give you some space between the end of the pad and the plate.

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Can you use a 6.5 inch pad on a 6 inch polisher?

Plus, the increased Velcro® brand hook & loop material means you can use the 6.5” pads with 5” or 6” backing plate. You can even use these pads on your rotary polisher because they accommodate a 6” rotary plate.

What size pads for 6 backing plate?

I would go with 6" or preferably 6.5" pads with that backing plate. You will be happier with the LC 6.5" CP pads or Meguiars 6.5" flat pads.

What are the different color buffing pads for?

The green pad is most suitable for deep scratches and hard lacquers. The grey pad is most suitable for extreme gloss and soft lacquers. The yellow and white are in between. The yellow pad has a little more abrasive power, the white pad gives a little more gloss.

How many pads does it take to polish a car?

In general, I recommend at least 3 of each type of pad to allow for best results. Some jobs may require more if the vehicle is in considerably poor shape.

What's the difference between buffing and polishing?

The key difference between polishing and buffing lies within the grit of each abrasive. For example, polishing is typically performed using a high-grit abrasive. Buffing, on the other hand, is performed using a low-grit abrasive.

Why do polishing pads have a hole in the middle?

Re: Center cooling hole in foam pads

I was asking more for the cooling benefits (if there really is any) of the hole, then the centering... A vented backing plate would help with keep the pads a little cooler. You want to change your pads often too, so you don't over heat them and damage them.

What pads to use when buffing floors?

White or Red floor pads should be used for spray buffing a floor. Spray buffing is not considered best practice and is not recommended.

How do you get rid of swirl marks after buffing?

Apply a few drops of Reverse Scratch Remover and buff the area. Work in circular overlapping motions in a 3x3 area with light to medium pressure. With a new microfiber towel, wipe off the excess residue to reveal a swirl-free, high-gloss shine!

What pad do you use for compound?

3M's white foam pads are suitable for compounding, their black pads for polishing, and their light blue pads for ultra-fine polishing or applying wax. Foam pads will often have a convoluted face designed to better hold compounds and polishes so as to reduce the slinging of the liquid off the pad during use.

What are blue floor pads used for?

Blue floor pads are ideal for scrubbing or heavy-duty spray cleaning and buffing with 175 to 300 rpm machines. Removes ground-in dirt, spills, scuffs, and black heal marks.

What are white buffing pads used for?

The pad is used for spray cleaning or dry buffing soft finishes using a rotary machine (175-800 rpm). It is also used for light cleaning under an automatic scrubber. This extra fine pad has been designed for polishing clean, dry floors.

What grit is green buffer pad?

MAROON = 220-Grit. GREEN = 320-Grit. GRAY = 600-Grit. WHITE = Polishing.

What does a cutting pad do?

CUTTING PAD - used for non-agressive cutting (moderate cut compared to wool pads). Use for removing buffing swirls or trails, oxidation and scratches. POLISHING PAD - used for paint cleaning, remove swirl marks, light scratches, fine sanding scratches, and other defects in your car's paint.

What are the green pads for?

Green - Moderately Aggressive Scrubbing cleaning pad. More aggressive than the red pad, less than the brown pad. It is the pad to use when you feel that the brown pad is too abrasive for linoleum. Brown Pads - More Aggressive Then the green pad.

What are green buffer pads used for?

Buffing pads remove light scuff marks and dirt while producing a sparkling finish and shine. Buffing pads are perfect for light-duty use as they will not damage most floors. They are suitable for most daily cleaning tasks and are designed for a low speed buffing machine.

What Grit is a white buffing pad?

A. We can't speak for every single manufacturer, but here's the basic industry code: A white pad is extra-fine, approximately equivalent to 600-grit sandpaper; gray compares to 220-grit; maroon, 150-grit; and green, 100-grit.

Do you wet a buffing pad?

I first SOAK the pad throughout. This can be done in two ways, under running water or in a bucket half filled with water. Under running water massage and squeeze the pad until it absorbs water throughout the pad. If using a bucket of water you can hold the pad under the water and squeeze the pad a few times.