Wool Blend Compounding Pad, Single Sided - 3M Automotive

The 3M Automotive 5711 Wool Blend Compounding Pad, Single Sided, is designed for professional automotive and industrial applications requiring efficient defect removal. This robust pad delivers a consistent cut to address heavy oxidation and sanding marks on OEM and refinish clear coat systems. It facilitates controlled paint correction across a variety of vehicles, from passenger cars to commercial fleets.

Key Features

• Aggressive, Controlled Cut: Effectively removes P1200–P1500 sanding marks, heavy oxidation, and deep swirl defects, maintaining precise control on intricate edges and contours.
• Secure & Efficient Attachment: Features a single-sided hook-and-loop backing for dependable attachment and rapid pad changes on standard 7”–8” compounding backing plates, optimizing workflow.
• Enhanced Operator Comfort: Optimized pad geometry and fiber density minimize vibration, reducing operator fatigue and enhancing control during extended compounding sessions.
• Durable Professional Construction: High-quality wool blend fibers and a firm backing ensure consistent shape, cutting efficiency, and edge integrity for continuous professional use.

Applications

This 3M Automotive 5711 pad is suitable for collision repair centers, professional detailing shops, and fleet maintenance operations. It is compatible with passenger cars, light trucks, SUVs, and commercial vehicles. It excels in initial paint correction stages, such as leveling post-repair sanding scratches, restoring heavily oxidized finishes, and removing severe swirls or defects before final finishing with foam polishing pads. Compatible with both rotary buffers and random orbital polishers.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: 3M Automotive
• Model Number: 5711
• Product Name: Wool Blend Compounding Pad, Single Sided
• Weight: 0.38 lb
• Dimensions: 9.3 x 9.1 x 2.3 in