CarPro Orange Peel Removal Pad Velvet 3000 – 135mm

DescriptionCarPro light to medium to Orange Peel Removal Pad: Equivalent to 3000 grit SandpaperWith our CarPro Velvet and Denim Orange Peel Removal pads you can now remove or substantially reduce orange peel in the top layer without sanding. While removing orange peel and deep defects you are also polishing the paint rather than leaving sanding marks which reduces the steps needed afterwards.PLEASE NOTE: THESE PADS ARE DECEPTIVE IN THEIR AGGRESIVENESS. They don’t dull the paint like sanding so it may appear you aren’t removing paint but you are. You must test these on a test panel first and learn how to use them first. Use LITTLE TO NO PRESSURE and observe the paint temperature often. DO NOT USE WITHOUT UTILIZING A PAINT GAUGE OFTEN.Features: Remove Orange Peel and deep defects while simultaneously polishing paintEquivalent to 3000 grit sandpaper with out the dulling of paint and sanding hazeRemove Orange Peel without sandingOrange peel removal without the haze generated by sandingBreather perforations to avoid paint dust buildup on pad and help keep heat downPolish the paint while removing the ridges of orange peelLess dust and clean up prior to finishing polishDirections:Attach to hook & loop backing plate on a Rotary polisherPrime pad with CarPro FixerApply a few drops to paint or pad according to your skills and preferenceWork a 2′ x 2′ section or larger to keep heat down as needed but remember the larger the area the more time it will take to level orange peel and defects.Begin working polish on low speed for a pass or so.Step up speed to approx. 1200 rpm (adjust as needed)With proper lighting observe the level of orange peel removal while you workApply more polish if needed or a spray of water on pad to re-activate lubricantsWhen satisfied with orange peel and defect removal slow speed, ending at 600 rpm as you finish down the polishRefine finish with a foam pad or microfiber pad and polishPrecautions:Note that these pads are the equivalent of 3000 grit sandpaperPlease only use these pads if you are sure the orange peel is in the upper (clear coat) and not the color coat layerBe careful near edges and body lines or avoid completely if you are not entirely secure in your knowledge of heavy defect removalDo not use without knowledge of clear coat thickness in conjunction with a paint thickness gaugeSpecifications: Size: 6″ DiameterMade in: JapanPore Size: 80ppiFoam Hardness: 3kpaMaterial: Velvet polishing surface with hook and look backingColor: Velvet