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4 IN FOAM POL. PADS 2/BAG - 3M Automotive

Part #: 30042

The 3M Automotive 30042 Perfect-It™ Foam Polishing Pads are engineered for professional technicians to achieve refined finishes on automotive and industrial painted surfaces. These 4-inch single-sided pads are designed to effectively remove compounding swirls and minor paint defects, delivering a high-gloss, showroom-quality appearance. The specialized foam construction ensures consistent contact with the surface while minimizing product sling for a cleaner, more efficient detailing process.

Key Features

  • Optimized for Finishing: Specifically designed to refine paint finishes and eliminate compounding swirls and minor imperfections.
  • Precision Size: The 4-inch diameter offers enhanced control and maneuverability, making it ideal for polishing in tight spaces and around intricate contours.
  • Reduced Sling Design: A specially engineered foam face holds polishing compounds effectively, preventing slinging and contributing to a cleaner work environment and reduced material waste.
  • Secure Attachment: Features the 3M™ Hookit™ attachment system for quick, easy, and secure pad changes, optimizing workflow efficiency.
  • Paint Protection: Includes a reverse taper design that protects the backing pad edge, minimizing the risk of accidental damage to the vehicle's paint finish.
  • System Compatibility: Part of the comprehensive 3M™ Perfect-It™ Paint Finishing System, ensuring professional-grade results when used with recommended polishes.

Applications

These foam polishing pads are essential for achieving a flawless finish in various professional settings. They are ideally suited for post-compounding stages in collision repair, detailing, and paint refinishing to remove swirl marks, light scratches, and other surface defects. The smaller size allows for precise work on automotive body panels, motorcycles, marine vessels, and other industrial coated surfaces where a high level of finish clarity is required.

Specifications

  • Manufacturer: 3M Automotive
  • Model Number: 30042
  • Diameter: 4 inches (101.6 mm)
  • Pad Type: Single-sided foam polishing pad
  • Attachment: Hookit™ (Hook and Loop)
  • Quantity: 2 pads per bag
  • Compatibility: Designed to fit 3-inch Hookit™ backing pads and various polishers.
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  • Model: 260877
  • Shipping Weight: 0.2lbs
  • UPC: 051131300422
  • Manufacturers Part #: 30042
  • Manufactured by: 3M Automotive
  • Also Known As: 3M-30042, 3M30042, MMM30042, MMM-30042

This product was added to our catalog on Friday 17 November, 2017.

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