5 Inch Backing Plate Regular Profile - Motor Guard

The Motor Guard BP-4005 5 Inch Regular Profile Backing Plate is engineered to provide a robust and stable foundation for a wide range of automotive and industrial sanding and grinding operations. Constructed from a reinforced composite material, this backing plate delivers strong, stiff support essential for aggressive material removal and consistent finishes. Its precision-balanced design helps minimize vibration, contributing to more comfortable operation and improved abrasive life.

Key Features

• Reinforced Composite Construction: Offers superior strength and rigidity for demanding applications.
• Precision Balanced: Engineered for vibration-free operation, enhancing user control and reducing fatigue.
• Heavy-Duty Riveted Hubs: Ensures secure attachment and long-term durability in professional environments.
• Regular Profile Design: Provides a versatile platform suitable for various abrasive types and tasks.

Applications

This 5-inch backing plate is a versatile component for professional technicians and mechanics, adaptable to a variety of abrasive grits and pad hardnesses. When paired with firm pads and lower abrasive grits (100 or below), it provides the rigid support needed for aggressive material removal on flat surfaces, such as stripping paint or leveling body filler. With medium pads and grits between 120 and 240, it is effective for general sanding on both flat and moderately curved surfaces. For fine finish sanding on curved or irregular surfaces using grits of 240 and higher, the plate performs optimally with soft pads, promoting a consistent, swirl-free finish.

Specifications

• Diameter: 5 inches
• Thickness: .064 inches
• Center Hole: 7/8 inches
• Maximum RPM: 10,000