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BLACK SOFT POLISHING SPONGE 150MM M14 X 2MM

BLACK SOFT POLISHING SPONGE 150MM M14 X 2MM
Brand: FLEXIPADS
Product Code: FLEX 44205
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Black polishing sponge
M14

Soft polishing foam sponge with
backing pad fitted

The black polishing sponge is soft and ideal when used for removing dullness, holograms and swirl marks on all modern paints.

What is polishing?

A polishing compound rubbed against a painted surface acts like an abrasive and removes microscopic layers of paint to even out the surface. It is this process that removes the appearance of dullness and scratches.

Automotive paints generally have 3 layers:

  • Primer layer - Bonding agent and prevents rust
  • Base coat - Colour layer
  • Clearcoat - Top protective layer

The clear coat is the layer on the car that will be polished and is extremelythin - about half the thickness of a piece of paper. It is possible to removescratch marks if you can't feel them with your fingernail. Scratches deeper thanthe clearcoat won't be corrected by polishing.

It is highly recommended to invest in a paint thickness gauge to measure thethickness of the clearcoat. The polishing process should never remove theclearcoat.

Processes in polishing:

  1. Cutting - Aggressive compounding for severe paint correction.Hard foam sponge with Liquid Shine High-Cut.
  2. Compounding - Clean up micro-marring from cutting process. Firmfoam sponge with Liquid Shine Fine-Cut
  3. Polish - Removes dullness, holograms and swirl marks.Medium/Soft foam sponge with Liquid Shine Zero Swirl
  4. Glazing - A protective wax or sealant. Ultra soft foam sponge.

Foam sponge colour application chart:

 

Features

  • Metal M14 thread for electric polishers
  • Soft density for polishing
  • Backing pad fitted to sponge
  • Colour code for correct application
Description Specification
Sponge diameter Ø 150mm
Width 50mm
Thread M14 x 2
Matching GRIP pad Made with pad
Density Soft
Max RPM 2,500