GL. L.W. BODY FILLER - 3M Automotive

The 3M Automotive 5801 GL. L.W. BODY FILLER is a professional-grade polyester body filler engineered for efficient, high-quality repairs in both automotive and industrial settings. This two-component system provides a creamy consistency for straightforward application, enabling technicians to achieve a smooth, pinhole-minimized foundation quickly and precisely. Its rapid cure times and superior sanding properties streamline the repair process, ensuring durable results across various substrates.

Key Features

• Lightweight Formulation: Designed with reduced density, this filler minimizes technician fatigue, facilitating easier handling and application over large repair areas.
• Rapid Cure Time: Achieves a tack-free finish in 15-20 minutes at 77°F (25°C), optimizing workflow by allowing quicker progression to sanding and subsequent repair stages.
• Effortless Sanding: Formulated for smooth and consistent sanding, it resists sandpaper loading, enhancing material removal efficiency and extending the lifespan of abrasive products.
• Minimized Pinhole Formation: Utilizing a vacuum-processed manufacturing method, this filler significantly reduces the occurrence of pinholes, contributing to a smoother, higher-quality finish with less rework required.
• Versatile Adhesion: Provides strong, reliable bonding to a wide range of common automotive and industrial substrates, including bare steel, aluminum, fiberglass reinforced polyester (FRP), SMC, and E-coat.

Applications

This professional-grade body filler effectively addresses various surface imperfections in both automotive and industrial environments. It is ideal for correcting dents, dings, and gouges on vehicle panels, efficiently preparing them for primer and paint application. Additionally, it fills and levels uneven surfaces on components made from bare steel, aluminum, and fiberglass, creating an optimal foundation for subsequent coatings and finishes.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: 3M Automotive
• Model Number: 5801
• Product Type: Lightweight Body Filler
• Weight: 9.2 lbs
• Dimensions: 13.78 x 13.7 x 8.45 inches
• Cure Time: Tack-free in 15-20 minutes at 77°F (25°C)
• Consistency: Creamy paste
• System: Two-component (includes filler and cream hardener)