SONAX Polishing Pad for Dual Action – Cutting – Red (5 inch – 143mm)
Part Number: 493400
Surface: Paintwork
Function: Polish
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Introduction
Clear coat surfaces and conventional polishing pads often generate inconsistent cutting performance, excessive polish splatter, and overheating during correction procedures which may result in paint defects. However, this SONAX pad adopts a near-perfect paint correction technique using dual-action polishing machines. Its hard and finely pored foam structure increases abrasive cutting performance that corrects scratched and weathered paint surfaces effectively with an additional high polish absorption capacity that minimises polish splatter.What the Product Does
This pad facilitates heavy paint correction by transferring polishing compound evenly across the paint surface while increasing cutting efficiency through dense foam compression. Abrasive compounds are distributed more consistently because the fine-pored foam structure maintains stable contact with the paint surface. It effectively removes surface defects such as oxidation, sanding haze, swirl marks, and moderate scratches during machine polishing. The hard foam composition also increases correction capability during dual-action polishing.Features
- Hard Cutting Foam Structure: It consists of a hard and finely pored sponge material for abrasive polishing. This boasts greater paint correction performance during cutting stages.
- Open-Cell Foam Construction: The pad has an open-cell foam integrated into it. This feature helps in heat dissipation and polish distribution during operation.
- Ventilated Center Cooling System: Designed with a central ventilation hole, overheating and the backing plate are reduced efficiently. This usually occurs during prolonged polishing sessions using pads with these features.
- High Polish Absorption Capacity: It retains a large amount of polishing compound within the sponge. This feature helps minimise product splatter during machine rotation.
- Hook-and-Loop Velcro Attachment: This pad has a velcro fastening system. This supports rapid pad replacement during detailing procedures.
- Dual Action Polisher Compatibility: The pad is designed for orbital and dual action polishing machines. It maintains a stable machine polishing performance at all times.
- 143 mm (5.5 inch) Diameter: It consists of a 143 mm polishing surface with 5-inch backing plates. This feature balances surface coverage and machine control easily.
Benefits
- Improved Cutting Performance: It has stronger defect removal capabilities thanks to its foam compression. This helps in providing a high cutting performance compared to a soft pad.
- Reduced Heat Buildup: Ventilation and center cooling reduce excessive pad temperature during operation. It maintains foam stability and polishing consistency during prolonged use.
- Cleaner Polishing Operation: High polish retention minimizes splatter during machine movement. This improves workspace cleanliness and operator visibility.
- Better Machine Stability: It has a balanced foam density and also a dual-action compatibility. This significantly improves machine control during correction procedures.
How to Use
- Attach the Pad: Carefully center the pad onto the dual-action polisher backing plate. Ensure it aligns properly before each operation.
- Apply Compound: Apply a cutting compound evenly onto the pad surface. Increase sperm after spreading the compound evenly across the surface area of the pad.
- Perform Correction Passes: Move the machine slowly using overlapping passes. Apply a moderate downward pressure during the cutting stages.
- Monitor Pad Temperature: Avoid excessive heat buildup during prolonged polishing. Clean the pad regularly using compressed air or a pad brush.
- Inspect the Surface: Wipe corrected areas and inspect under proper detailing light after polishing. Repeat the polishing phase if the finish is not satisfactory.
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Product Positioning / Comparison
|
Category |
Finishing Pad | Medium Polishing Pad | SONAX Red DA Cutting Pad |
|
Best Use |
Final finishing and wax application | One-step polishing | Heavy correction on damaged paint |
| Foam Density | Soft | Medium |
Hard |
| Cutting Ability | Low | Moderate |
High |
|
Heat Resistance |
Moderate | High | Very high with center cooling |
|
Defect Removal Capability |
Minor haze | Swirls and light scratches |
Scratches, oxidation, sanding haze |
| Professional Positioning | Finishing accessory | Multi-purpose polishing pad |
Professional cutting and correction pad |
FAQ
The pad is primarily used for heavy paint correction and abrasive polishing. It helps cut down defects found on the surface of vehicles due to oxidation, or scratches.
It is compatible with the dual-action and orbital polishing machines. The round structure makes it an excellent fit.
The SONAX Red DA Cutting Pad not only removes scratches and oxidation. It can effectively remove swirl marks, polish splatter, and sanding haze during polishing.
The center hole serves as a structure that allows ventilation and cooling. Heat buildup passes through the hole significantly reducing heat during polishing.
Since the SONAX Red DA Cutting Pad is a high-level finish pad and additional pad is commonly used. You can use a medium or finishing pad after heavy correction to refine gloss and remove micro-marring.