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For maximum process reliability we're sticking with the colour coding on the pads, so matching pad to polish stays simple. That saves time and is a real help in the day-to-day grind of detailing work.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKoch-Chemie Micro Cut Soft Foam Pad \"Violett\" (Soft) — Polishing Pad (2024)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKoch-Chemie Micro Cut Soft Foam Pad \"Violett\"\u003c\/strong\u003e is built for the gentle treatment of sensitive and tricky paints, such as sticky paint. Its soft foam structure flexes to the paint surface and effectively clears light scratches, holograms and polishing haze. Paired with \u003cstrong\u003eMicro Cut M2.02\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eMicro Cut \u0026amp; Finish P3.01\u003c\/strong\u003e polish, you're guaranteed a hologram-free, glossy finish. The pad is dialled in for dual-action machines and its soft build delivers gentle but effective polishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft build\u003c\/strong\u003e for sensitive and tricky paints like sticky paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEffective against holograms and light scratches\u003c\/strong\u003e when used with Micro Cut polishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDialled in for dual-action machines\u003c\/strong\u003e for even, gentle work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGentle work on sensitive paint\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMicro Cut Soft Foam Pad \"Violett\"\u003c\/strong\u003e was built specifically for treating sensitive paint with a light touch. Its soft structure spreads the polish evenly without harming the paint. It's excellent for clearing holograms and light scratches and leaves a flawless finish. On tricky paints like sticky paint, the pad gives you perfect control and flex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA perfect match with Micro Cut polishes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaired with \u003cstrong\u003eMicro Cut M2.02\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eMicro Cut \u0026amp; Finish P3.01\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong\u003eMicro Cut Soft Foam Pad \"Violett\"\u003c\/strong\u003e shows what it can really do. These polishes were built for fine polishing and, combined with the soft pad, get you optimal results. The pad lets you use polish sparingly and delivers a streak-free finish with brilliant gloss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGentle polishing with dual-action machines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its rounded edges and 25 mm height, the pad flexes perfectly to the surface and lets you work gently with dual-action machines. The soft foam structure cuts the risk of polishing marks and gives you even results, even on demanding paint surfaces. The pad offers maximum control and efficiency for detailers who hold their finish to the highest standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKoch-Chemie Micro Cut Soft Foam Pad \"Violett\" (Soft) — Polishing Pad (2024)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKoch-Chemie Micro Cut Soft Foam Pad \"Violett\"\u003c\/strong\u003e is built for the gentle treatment of sensitive and tricky paints, such as sticky paint. Its soft foam structure flexes to the paint surface and effectively clears light scratches, holograms and polishing haze. Paired with \u003cstrong\u003eMicro Cut M2.02\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eMicro Cut \u0026amp; Finish P3.01\u003c\/strong\u003e polish, you're guaranteed a hologram-free, glossy finish. The pad is dialled in for dual-action machines and its soft build delivers gentle but effective polishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft build\u003c\/strong\u003e for sensitive and tricky paints like sticky paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEffective against holograms and light scratches\u003c\/strong\u003e when used with Micro Cut polishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDialled in for dual-action machines\u003c\/strong\u003e for even, gentle work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGentle work on sensitive paint\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMicro Cut Soft Foam Pad \"Violett\"\u003c\/strong\u003e was built specifically for treating sensitive paint with a light touch. Its soft structure spreads the polish evenly without harming the paint. It's excellent for clearing holograms and light scratches and leaves a flawless finish. On tricky paints like sticky paint, the pad gives you perfect control and flex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA perfect match with Micro Cut polishes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaired with \u003cstrong\u003eMicro Cut M2.02\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eMicro Cut \u0026amp; Finish P3.01\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong\u003eMicro Cut Soft Foam Pad \"Violett\"\u003c\/strong\u003e shows what it can really do. These polishes were built for fine polishing and, combined with the soft pad, get you optimal results. The pad lets you use polish sparingly and delivers a streak-free finish with brilliant gloss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGentle polishing with dual-action machines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its rounded edges and 25 mm height, the pad flexes perfectly to the surface and lets you work gently with dual-action machines. The soft foam structure cuts the risk of polishing marks and gives you even results, even on demanding paint surfaces. The pad offers maximum control and efficiency for detailers who hold their finish to the highest standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKoch-Chemie Micro Cut Hard Foam Pad \"Violett\" (Hard) — Polishing Pad (2024)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKoch-Chemie Micro Cut Hard Foam Pad \"Violett\"\u003c\/strong\u003e is built for work on tough, high-solid paints. With its hard structure and improved compression hardness, this polishing pad is ideal for clearing holograms, light scratches and polishing haze paired with \u003cstrong\u003eMicro Cut M3.02\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eMicro Cut \u0026amp; Finish P3.01\u003c\/strong\u003e polish. The optimised cell structure delivers maximum durability and consistently high performance. Perfect for use with dual-action machines, the \u003cstrong\u003eMicro Cut Hard Foam Pad \"Violett\"\u003c\/strong\u003e gives you precise results on demanding paint correction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHard build\u003c\/strong\u003e for efficient work on high-solid paints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for clearing holograms\u003c\/strong\u003e and light scratches when used with Micro Cut polishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDialled in for dual-action machines\u003c\/strong\u003e for controlled, even results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt specifically for high-solid paints\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMicro Cut Hard Foam Pad \"Violett\"\u003c\/strong\u003e was built specifically for use on tough high-solid paints that bring their own hardness and structure. With its hard foam composition, the pad clears holograms, light scratches and polishing haze quickly and effectively without harming the paint surface. The robust structure keeps the pad in shape even over longer polishing sessions and always delivers precise results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe optimal match with Micro Cut polishes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaired with \u003cstrong\u003eMicro Cut M3.02\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eMicro Cut \u0026amp; Finish P3.01\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong\u003eMicro Cut Hard Foam Pad \"Violett\"\u003c\/strong\u003e shows its full potential. These polishes were built for the final stage of paint work and, combined with the hard pad, deliver a perfect finish. The pad's fine cutting action gets you a hologram-free surface and brings the paint back to a fresh gloss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect for dual-action machines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to its rounded edges and 25 mm height, the \u003cstrong\u003eMicro Cut Hard Foam Pad \"Violett\"\u003c\/strong\u003e is ideal for use with dual-action machines. The pad's flex means it sits perfectly on the surface and gives you maximum control, even on complex paint structures. The result: even polishing with no unwanted swirl marks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Koch-Chemie","offers":[{"title":"Ø 150 mm \/ 6\"","offer_id":49737958818127,"sku":"D1-KCX-9998321","price":19.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ø 126 mm \/ 5 inch","offer_id":49737958850895,"sku":"D1-KCX-9998320","price":18.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ø 76 mm \/ 3\"","offer_id":49737958883663,"sku":"D1-KCX-9998319","price":10.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ø 45mm \/ 1.7\"","offer_id":49737958916431,"sku":"D1-KCX-9998327","price":45.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/koch-chemie-polierpad-micro-cut-hard-foam-pad-violett-2024.png?v=1727245930"},{"product_id":"koch-chemie-polierpad-micro-cut-soft-foam-pad-violett-2024","title":"Micro Cut Soft Foam Pad \"Violett\" (Soft) Anti-Hologram Foam \/ Polishing Pad (2024)","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eNew Pads on the Block\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e — Reworked Pad System 2024: \u003c\/strong\u003eTougher, longer-lasting and dialled in for DA polishers. We've already got the new Koch-Chemie polishing pads in stock. Order now and you're guaranteed the new 2024 pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's what Koch-Chemie say about it: \"Our R\u0026amp;D team put serious expertise and a lot of hours into reworking both the foam and the shape of our pads, to genuinely improve them. The clearly upgraded foam hardness and cell structure give you longer service life, which in turn means more economy for the user. The pads now stand 25 mm tall with a reshaped bead, and the rounded edge improves durability while still hugging the surface flexibly. Thanks to these changes our new polishing pads now also work really well with DA polishers. That makes them a real innovation for the detailing market. More longevity at the same handling delivers a whole new experience with our polishing pads — not something to miss. For maximum process reliability we're sticking with the colour coding on the pads, so you can match pad to polish at a glance. That saves time and is a real help in the everyday grind of detailing.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKoch-Chemie Micro Cut Soft Foam Pad \"Violett\" (Soft) — Polishing Pad (2024)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKoch-Chemie Micro Cut Soft Foam Pad \"Violett\"\u003c\/strong\u003e is built for gently working sensitive and tricky paints, like Sticky Paint. Its soft foam structure flexes to follow the paint surface and pulls out light scratches, holograms and polishing haze. Paired with \u003cstrong\u003eMicro Cut M2.02\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eMicro Cut \u0026amp; Finish P3.01\u003c\/strong\u003e polish, you get a hologram-free, glossy finish every time. The pad is dialled in for DA polishers and its soft build keeps the cut gentle but effective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft build\u003c\/strong\u003e for sensitive, tricky paints like Sticky Paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCuts through holograms and light scratches\u003c\/strong\u003e when you run it with Micro Cut polishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDialled in for DA polishers\u003c\/strong\u003e for an even, gentle pass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGentle work on sensitive paints\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMicro Cut Soft Foam Pad \"Violett\"\u003c\/strong\u003e was built to baby sensitive paint. Its soft structure spreads the polish evenly without hammering the clear coat. It's spot-on for lifting holograms and light scratches, and it leaves a flawless finish behind. On tricky paints like Sticky Paint the pad gives you proper control and flex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect match with Micro Cut polishes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRun it with \u003cstrong\u003eMicro Cut M2.02\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eMicro Cut \u0026amp; Finish P3.01\u003c\/strong\u003e and the \u003cstrong\u003eMicro Cut Soft Foam Pad \"Violett\"\u003c\/strong\u003e shows what it can really do. Those polishes are made for fine refining, and paired with the soft pad they hit the sweet spot. The pad lets you go easy on the polish and leaves a streak-free finish with brilliant gloss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGentle polishing with DA polishers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its rounded edges and 25 mm height the pad follows the surface perfectly and keeps the pass gentle on a DA polisher. The soft foam structure cuts the risk of polishing marks and gives you even results, even on demanding paint. The pad delivers maximum control and efficiency for detailers who want the best finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Koch-Chemie","offers":[{"title":"Ø 150 mm \/ 6\"","offer_id":49738015113551,"sku":"D1-KCX-9998318","price":19.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ø 126 mm \/ 5 inch","offer_id":49738015179087,"sku":"D1-KCX-9998317","price":18.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ø 76 mm \/ 3\"","offer_id":49738015244623,"sku":"D1-KCX-9998316","price":10.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ø 45mm \/ 1.7\"","offer_id":49738015342927,"sku":"D1-KCX-9998326","price":45.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/koch-chemie-polierpad-micro-cut-soft-foam-pad-violett-2024.png?v=1727245930"},{"product_id":"sonax-profiline-schaumpad-hart-polierpad","title":"PROFILINE Foam Pad hard polishing pad","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMaximum cut on weathered paint — SONAX PROFILINE Foam Pad hard\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat is a hard polishing pad used for in a pro setting? A hard polishing pad like the \u003cstrong\u003eSONAX PROFILINE Foam Pad hard\u003c\/strong\u003e maxes out the cut of whatever polish you run on it — it takes off more clear coat than softer pads, which makes it the right tool for deeply weathered clear coat, heavy holograms and oxidised surfaces.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn paint correction the pairing of polish and pad drives the result more than anything else: the same cutting polish gives you far less bite on a soft pad than on a hard one. If you want to pull heavy defects — deeply baked-in holograms, oxidation, deep scratches down into the clear coat — out of the paint efficiently, you need the right pad setup. That's exactly what the \u003cstrong\u003eSONAX PROFILINE Foam Pad hard\u003c\/strong\u003e was built for: a high-density, open-cell foam polishing pad that lets cutting polishes like PROFILINE CutMax work at full strength. Available in Ø75 mm and Ø150 mm for all common polishers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum cutting power thanks to high foam density and open-cell structure.\u003c\/strong\u003e The high foam density of the Foam Pad hard means the pad gives very little under load, so the polish stays pressed onto the paint with constant pressure. At the same time the open-cell structure lets the polish spread and release evenly across the whole working face. The result is a controllable, even cut — no local hot spots, no uneven removal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong service life thanks to centre cooling and good airflow.\u003c\/strong\u003e Hard cutting builds heat — a problem for cheap pads that warp or fall apart when things get hot. The Foam Pad hard has a dedicated centre-cooling core and an open airflow structure that stops heat from building up. That stretches the pad's service life a lot and lets you polish across several cars without wrecking the pad or burning sanding marks into the paint through overheating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast swaps and precise handling thanks to hook-and-loop backing and a bevelled edge.\u003c\/strong\u003e In day-to-day work every minute counts: the hook-and-loop backing on the Foam Pad hard lets you swap pads in seconds, no tools and no break in the flow. The bevelled foam edge improves handling on edges, corners and tight spots — a detail that, when you're working fenders, door edges and spoilers, makes the difference between a clean result and an unpolished strip along the edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote class=\"praxistipp\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailing1's tip from the shop:\u003c\/strong\u003e With the Foam Pad hard, work panel by panel: only ever do one panel (bonnet, roof, a side) per pass, never the whole body at once. The pad releases the polish more evenly when it doesn't sit too long between wetting and wipe-off. After 2–3 panels, clean the pad with a soft pad brush or a quick blast of compressed air — that keeps caked-on polish residue off, which can drag micro-scratches back in as you keep going. When you're done: soak it for 30 minutes in warm water with PROFILINE Microfibre Wash, wring it out and lay it flat to air-dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFoam Pad hard technology — foam density, open cells and cutting behaviour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe cutting power of a pad system comes from three factors working together: the hardness of the pad, the open-cell nature of the foam and the abrasive strength of the polish you run. The \u003cstrong\u003eFoam Pad hard\u003c\/strong\u003e is built for maximum pad intensity — it's the hardest foam pad in the PROFILINE range, which makes it the right pad for heavy-cut polishes like the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sonax-profiline-cutmax-schleif-politur\"\u003eSONAX PROFILINE CutMax \"6\/4\" cutting polish\u003c\/a\u003e or the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sonax-profiline-ultimatecut-schleif-politur\"\u003eSONAX PROFILINE UltimateCut \"6+\/3\"\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe open-cell foam of the Foam Pad hard does two jobs: first, the open structure holds larger amounts of polish and releases it evenly and continuously across the working face — no flooding the paint, no dry patches. Second, open cells shed heat better than closed foams: heat generated while you polish is carried out through the pores instead of stored in the pad. Together with the dedicated cooling zone in the centre of the pad, you get a system that stays controllable even on longer polishing sessions and doesn't put the paint at risk through local overheating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne thing that matters day-to-day: a hard pad ups the cut, but there are limits too. On freshly polished, thin clear coat, or on cars with a single-stage base coat and no clear, run the Foam Pad hard only with dialled-back machine settings. The pad itself gives you no feedback on how much clear coat is left — measuring paint thickness before you polish is a must, not an option, when you're cutting hard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUsing the Foam Pad hard — polish combo, machine and technique\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Foam Pad hard suits all common polishers: rotary polishers (rotaries), dual-action polishers and DA machines. The best machine choice depends on the job: for maximum cut on heavily weathered paint, go with a rotary and the Foam Pad hard, since rotaries remove more at the same rpm than dual-action machines. For steadier, safer work on the everyday holograms you see on new cars, a dual-action machine with the Foam Pad hard is a good compromise between cutting power and control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHow you spread the polish on the pad is decisive for the result. The go-to is the \"five-point pattern\": four small dabs of polish at the corners of the working face and one in the middle. Then, with the machine off, spread it briefly across the paint before you start it up — that stops the polish flinging off when you switch on. Machine speed for the Foam Pad hard should sit between 1,200 and 1,800 rpm depending on polish and paint hardness; very hard paints (Japanese cars) need higher speeds, softer paints (French and British makes) respond better to lower ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter polishing: clean the polish residue off the pad straight away with a soft pad brush. Caked polish in the pad gives you an uneven cut next time and can leave grooves in the paint. If you work several pads at once, you can swap between panels and clean the resting pad in peace — your pace goes up, pad quality stays constant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere the Foam Pad hard fits — weathered paint, oxidation and GRP surfaces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Foam Pad hard covers three main areas: heavily weathered car paint, oxidised surfaces and GRP (glass-reinforced plastic). Heavily weathered paint — typical on cars left exposed for years with no protection — shows dull, rough surfaces with deep holograms and UV damage in the clear coat. Here you need serious cutting volume to take off the damaged clear-coat layer and expose the intact material underneath. The Foam Pad hard is built for exactly this kind of work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOxidised paint — especially common on older cars or on plastic parts like bumpers — has lost the molecular structure of its surface to UV exposure. That dull, sometimes chalky surface only comes back with an aggressive pad and a cutting polish. The Foam Pad hard paired with PROFILINE CutMax is the recommended system for this job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGRP surfaces — boat hulls, motorbikes, caravans, sports vehicles — bring their own demands: GRP forgives overheating less than car paint but reacts much the same to mechanical abrasion. The Foam Pad hard is approved for GRP and gives good results on these surfaces as long as you keep the machine settings conservative (medium speed, light pressure).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Foam Pad hard compared — pad hardness grades in the PROFILINE system\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the PROFILINE pad range the Foam Pad hard sits at the top for cutting power. By comparison: the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sonax-profiline-schaumpad-medium-polierpad\"\u003eSONAX PROFILINE Foam Pad medium\u003c\/a\u003e is less hard and pairs medium cut with more gloss potential — it suits one-step polishes or mid-level defects. The \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sonax-profiline-schaumpad-weich-polierpad\"\u003eSONAX PROFILINE Foam Pad soft\u003c\/a\u003e is the pure finishing pad: very little cut, maximum gloss — only for finish polishes like PROFILINE NP \"03-06\" with no defects to remove first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChoosing between the hardness grades follows one simple rule: the heavier the defects, the harder the pad and the more aggressive the polish. If you run a three-stage process (step 1: remove deep scratches with hard + CutMax; step 2: remove holograms with medium + Cut+Finish; step 3: finalise with soft + NP), you get the best result. For simpler cases a two-stage process, or even a one-step pass with the medium pad, does the job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlongside the Foam Pads, the PROFILINE system also has the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sonax-profiline-exzenterpad-hart-polierpad\"\u003eSONAX PROFILINE Eccentric Pad hard\u003c\/a\u003e — a similarly hard pad, but specially matched to the motion of dual-action machines. If you work exclusively with dual-action machines, take a look at the Eccentric Pad hard; if you work with a rotary or several machine types, the Foam Pad hard keeps you flexible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy the SONAX PROFILINE Foam Pad hard — sizes, system combo and recommendation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe PROFILINE Foam Pad hard comes in two sizes: Ø75 mm for smaller backing plates and precise work on small panels, corners and bumper details — and Ø150 mm for large-area work on the bonnet, roof and sides. For a complete polishing station, go for a set of several pads in both sizes: that way you can swap between panels without waiting on a clean pad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe ideal system combo for heavy defects: Foam Pad hard Ø150 mm + PROFILINE CutMax \"6\/4\" on a rotary or dual-action polisher for the first cutting pass. Then Foam Pad medium + PROFILINE Cut+Finish \"5\/5\" for the mid-level polish, and finally Foam Pad soft + PROFILINE NP \"03-06\" for the high-gloss finish. This three-stage product chain is fully covered in the PROFILINE range — every component is matched to the next and gives you repeatable results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor detailing businesses it's worth keeping at least 4–6 Foam Pads hard per size on hand: that way you can always start with a fresh pad while used ones get freshened up during the overnight clean. The PROFILINE pad system pays off for shops with high vehicle throughput through its long service life and consistent cutting power, which keeps costly re-work from uneven results off your plate.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SONAX","offers":[{"title":"Ø75 mm","offer_id":57345169654095,"sku":"D1-SNX-4921410","price":28.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ø5.9 inches","offer_id":57345169686863,"sku":"D1-SNX-4922410","price":11.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/sonax-profiline-schaumpad-hart_150-mm.png?v=1774736662"},{"product_id":"sonax-profiline-schaumpad-medium-polierpad","title":"PROFILINE SchaumPad medium Polishing Pad","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMedium cut with excellent control — SONAX PROFILINE SchaumPad medium\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat does a medium foam pad do and when is it the right call? The medium SchaumPad from SONAX's PROFILINE line is the most versatile pad in the polishing system — it gives you enough cut for most swirls and holograms, leaves finer marks behind than a hard pad, and works on both rotary and dual-action polishers.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen picking a pad for paint correction, a lot of people get stuck deciding whether to grab the aggressive cutting pad or the gentle finishing pad. For the vast majority of correction jobs the answer sits somewhere in the middle — and that middle is exactly where the \u003cstrong\u003eSONAX PROFILINE SchaumPad medium\u003c\/strong\u003e lives. A medium foam pad gives you enough cut to clear normal holograms, fine wash-tunnel scratches and light oxidation, without being so aggressive that the marks left behind force a fussy follow-up step. The SchaumPad medium is the pad that, in 70–80% of all vehicle corrections, does the whole job as the only cutting pad. Available in Ø75 mm for rotary polishers and Ø150 mm for standard dual-action machines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium foam density for a wide window between cut and finish.\u003c\/strong\u003e The SchaumPad medium fills the gap between the aggressive SchaumPad hart and the gentle SchaumPad weich: hard enough to pull out holograms and water-spot etching, yet soft enough that the marks left in the clearcoat are fine enough for a single finishing pass with a soft pad to wipe them out completely. On easy panels with light contamination and a modern, easy-to-polish clearcoat, you often don't even need a finish step after the SchaumPad medium — straight to the sealant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorks on both rotary and dual-action polishers.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Ø75 mm pad is sized for the smaller backing plate on rotary polishers; the Ø150 mm pad for standard DA machines. That split lets you carry the same idea — medium foam structure for balanced cut\/finish — across both machine types. On the rotary the medium pad delivers a touch more cut thanks to the higher rotational energy; on the DA it's the safer bet for beginners, since the random orbit keeps overheating risks down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAn economical all-rounder for shops with a mixed vehicle spread.\u003c\/strong\u003e Not every car needs a hard cutting pad, and not every car gets by on a pure finishing pad. Keeping a medium pad as your default cuts the complexity: for new cars with no serious defects the SchaumPad medium is the only pad you need; for cars with light to medium defects it's your primary cutting pad; only for badly hammered paint do you step up to the SchaumPad hart or the HybridWollPad. That tiered setup saves you pad-swapping time day to day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote class=\"praxistipp\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailing1's tip from the shop:\u003c\/strong\u003e The SchaumPad medium is brilliant for a one-step approach on modern cars: with a cut-and-finish polish (like the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sonax-profiline-cut-finish-einstufen-politur\"\u003eSONAX PROFILINE Cut+Finish \"5\/5\" one-step polish\u003c\/a\u003e) on the SchaumPad medium you combine cut and finish in a single pass — that saves time over the two-stage process and gets very good results on modern soft clearcoats. This approach works especially well on cars from the last 10 years in good factory condition with normal wear. For badly damaged paint or cars with deep sanding marks, the multi-stage process with a SchaumPad hart for the first cutting pass stays the more reliable way to go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSchaumPad medium foam structure — medium cell matrix and polishing behaviour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe foam density of the \u003cstrong\u003eSONAX PROFILINE SchaumPad medium\u003c\/strong\u003e sits between the SchaumPad hart and the SchaumPad weich: a medium-open cell structure that offers enough resistance to drive the abrasives in a cutting polish onto the paint with effective cutting energy, while flexing enough to sit evenly over contoured areas like fender curves and door panels. That balance between stiffness and give is exactly what makes the medium pad the most versatile polishing pad in the whole PROFILINE range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe cell matrix of the SchaumPad medium is built to release polish evenly out of the foam onto the polishing face — an effect foam-pad techs call the \"reservoir effect\": the foam soaks up polish on the first application and keeps feeding it outward as you work. That gives you more even polish spread across the whole panel than if the polish just sat on the pad surface. It shows most on larger panels like bonnets and roofs: the cut stays more constant across the full pass than with a fully closed-cell hard pad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe rebound hardness — how quickly the foam springs back into shape after being compressed — is tuned on the SchaumPad medium for medium machine frequencies. That makes it compatible with both rotary polishers (steady rotation) and DA machines (random orbit), without working noticeably worse on either. This machine-agnostic behaviour is a real practical plus in shops running different machine types where you don't want to sort pads by machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWorth doing in practice: dampen a new SchaumPad medium before its first use and \"prime\" it once — the first few seconds on the first panel condition the foam, and after that the pad works at its full level. This short break-in lets the foam core take up polish evenly so the reservoir effect works from the start. An unconditioned new pad soaks up polish in the first passes without giving enough back to the paint — the result is an uneven first panel that doesn't give you a realistic read on the pad-polish combo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne thing that often gets underrated with medium pads: the effective cut of a SchaumPad medium leans heavily on the cutting strength of the polish you run. With a heavy-cut polish like the CutMax \"6\/4\", the SchaumPad medium delivers surprisingly a lot of cut — enough for plenty of medium-tough corrections without having to switch to the aggressive SchaumPad hart. With a lighter finishing polish the cut drops accordingly to finish level. So through your polish choice you have direct control over the effective cut\/finish ratio — a flexibility a hard or soft pad simply doesn't give you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUsing the SchaumPad medium — polish choice, machine technique and pad care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe most versatile combo for the SchaumPad medium in the PROFILINE system is the medium pad with a one-step polish like the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sonax-profiline-cut-finish-einstufen-politur\"\u003eSONAX PROFILINE Cut+Finish \"5\/5\"\u003c\/a\u003e — that pairing covers the broad middle of correction jobs. For cars with heavier defects, run the SchaumPad medium with the CutMax \"6\/4\" as your first step, then a SchaumPad weich with a finishing polish for the final gloss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMachine choice and speed: on the rotary the SchaumPad medium works best at 900–1,200 rpm — enough rotational energy for effective cut without excess heat build-up. On the DA polisher the middle power setting (setting 3–4) is the right call to keep the medium foam in its sweet spot. Too low a speed and it starts to \"smear\" — the polish gets spread around but doesn't turn into effective cut. Too high a speed on the rotary generates more friction heat than normal clearcoat wants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePolish dosing on the SchaumPad medium: the 5-dot pattern (centre plus four edge dots) is the standard method for even spread. Key point: don't lay on too much polish — an oversaturated pad smears instead of cutting. Rule of thumb: start light and add if you need to, rather than starting with too much and having to wipe the panel down several times. A well-conditioned SchaumPad medium leaves an even residue film on the working area after polishing — no excess, no dry patch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePad care after the job: clean the SchaumPad medium after every car with a pad spinner or a pad washer, not just at the end of the whole working day. Dried-in polish in the open cell structure changes the rebound properties and cuts the reservoir effect. A daily soak in lukewarm water with a mild cleaner, a gentle squeeze and flat drying keeps the pad's properties over many jobs. Cared for properly, medium-density foam pads last 80–120 cars before they need replacing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere the SchaumPad medium fits — vehicle types, paint condition and polishing scenarios\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe SchaumPad medium is the right pad for: cars from the last 5–10 years with normal wear (holograms from washing, dust scratches), lightly weathered paint on cars that have gone 3–5 years without a polish, new-car preps with light transport damage, and one-step corrections on cars where time efficiency matters (dealer intake prep, mobile work at the customer's place).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe SchaumPad medium is less suited to: cars with deep sanding marks from coarse sandpaper (P800 or finer), heavily oxidised paint with a matte, chalky-white surface, and cars where you need to remove the clear cutting marks of a coarse machine sanding step. In those cases you first need the SchaumPad hart or the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sonax-profiline-hybridwollpad-wollpad\"\u003eSONAX PROFILINE HybridWollPad\u003c\/a\u003e for the first cutting pass — the medium pad then steps in as the second stage to clear the marks left by the heavy cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne particularly worthwhile niche for the SchaumPad medium: headlight restoration. Yellowed or clouded polycarbonate headlight lenses can be cleared up with the SchaumPad medium and a suitable headlight polish in just a few passes. The medium pad works off the clouded polycarbonate effectively without being so aggressive it cuts deep scratches into the clearcoat-like lens material. For headlight work the small Ø75 mm pad (rotary format) or a separate mini pad is handy for getting into the flat headlight geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn a professional setup the SchaumPad medium is worth stocking in numbers: at least 3–5 pads per size for a full working day with car changeovers. The \"one pad per car with daily cleaning\" strategy makes more sense for medium pads than for hard pads, since the medium pad fully keeps its properties with proper daily cleaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSchaumPad medium in comparison — where it sits in the PROFILINE polishing pad system\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the PROFILINE polishing pad line-up the SchaumPad medium takes the central spot: the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sonax-profiline-schaumpad-hart-polierpad\"\u003eSONAX PROFILINE SchaumPad hart\u003c\/a\u003e (and the HybridWollPad) stand for maximum cut where a lot of removal is needed; the SchaumPad medium for the broad middle of all correction scenarios; the SchaumPad weich for finishing polishes on already well-corrected paint with no real removal left to do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe direct comparison with the SchaumPad hart makes the practical differences clear: at the same pressure and machine speed the hard pad removes roughly 30–40% more than the medium pad — a difference that shows up clearly when you polish under strip lighting. That extra cut is the deciding factor on badly damaged paint — on normal wear it just means more marks left in the paint that call for an extra finishing pass. In those cases the medium pad is the more efficient choice: one pass is often enough to both clear the defects and land a good finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBetween the SchaumPad medium and the SchaumPad weich the difference is mainly one of strategy: the soft pad is purely for the final finishing phase after a cutting pass, or for delicate paint that needs very little cut — without a prior cutting pass a soft pad won't fully clear holograms. The medium pad, on the other hand, can act as both a cutting and a finishing pad in most cases, depending on your polish choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy the SONAX PROFILINE SchaumPad medium — sizes, job planning and pro portfolio\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor most correction shops the SchaumPad medium is the highest-turnover pad in the range — because it's the first choice for most cars and jobs. The Ø150 mm format for DA machines is the standard working size in modern detailing shops that mostly run dual-action polishers. The Ø75 mm format is for shops with rotary polishers and for special detail jobs like headlight restoration and tight areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor stock planning: per working day with 3–5 cars you want at least 6–10 SchaumPad medium on hand, so there's always a fresh or cleaned pad ready. Rotating several pads at once — one polishing, another spinning clean in the pad spinner — keeps you flowing without waiting your way through the whole car list. For shops that run the medium pad daily, a stock of 10–15 pads per size is the smart move — that covers the demand for several weeks even with individual pads wearing out, no reorder needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe SchaumPad medium in the PROFILINE system is always meant as part of a complete polishing pad portfolio: paired with the SchaumPad hart for heavy heavy-cut jobs and the SchaumPad weich for the final high-gloss finish, you get a complete, clearly tiered three-stage polishing system that has the right answer for every paint condition and job — from the badly damaged used car to the near-new vehicle with minimal wear. As a verified SONAX specialist dealer, Detailing1 keeps the SchaumPad medium in both sizes permanently in stock and makes sure it's there for reorders while you're working.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SONAX","offers":[{"title":"Ø75 mm","offer_id":57345169850703,"sku":"D1-SNX-4985000","price":28.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ø 150 mm","offer_id":57345169883471,"sku":"D1-SNX-4985410","price":11.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/sonax-profiline-schaumpad-medium_150-mm.png?v=1774736669"},{"product_id":"sonax-profiline-exzenterpad-hart-polierpad","title":"PROFILINE ExzenterPad hart polishing pad","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHard cutting power on the DA polisher — SONAX PROFILINE ExzenterPad hart\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat's the difference between an ExzenterPad hart and a SchaumPad hart? The pro ExzenterPad in the hard build is a polishing foam pad tuned specifically for the oscillating motion of dual-action orbital polishers — for maximum cut with safe, controlled handling and no risk of overheating.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you polish on a dual-action orbital, the pad is what decides the result: a pad that's too soft loses cut on the fast orbital throw; a pad with the wrong return hardness springs the product contact away and leaves an uneven cut pattern. The \u003cstrong\u003eSONAX PROFILINE ExzenterPad hart\u003c\/strong\u003e is built with a foam consistency matched to the kinematics of orbital polishers: at the typical throw frequency of DA machines (4–12 mm orbital throw) the cell structure of the foam works in a way that transfers maximum cutting energy onto the paint. Available in Ø125 mm and Ø150 mm — single, or in the pro set with 15 or 10 pieces for continuous use in detailing shops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHard cell structure for maximum cut transfer on the DA orbital.\u003c\/strong\u003e The ExzenterPad hart uses a dense, closed-cell foam structure that doesn't spring away under the orbital motion but turns the contact pressure straight into cut. Where softer pads bleed off energy through compression, the hard ExzenterPad keeps the force in the contact zone — that gives you a repeatable, even cut across the whole pad face, even on curved radii and slightly domed panels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrbital-optimised geometry for safe work without overheating.\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike rotary polishers, orbital machines don't build continuous friction heat on one rotational track — the random orbital throw spreads the heat over a larger area. The ExzenterPad hart leans on that DA trait: even on fresh or thin clear coat you can work aggressively with the hard pad, because the machine technology keeps the overheating risk in check. That makes the ExzenterPad hart the ideal entry pad for detailers moving from rotary to orbital work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo sizes and pro sets for cost-effective shop use.\u003c\/strong\u003e Ø125 mm for standard DA orbitals, Ø150 mm for big orbitals with a wide plate. For shops that polish every day, the 15-pack (Ø125 mm) and the 10-pack (Ø150 mm) are the economical choice: running several pads means fewer stops for cleaning, and the price per pad in set format is clearly cheaper than buying singles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote class=\"praxistipp\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailing1's tip from the shop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dampen the ExzenterPad hart briefly before the first use — dry foam soaks up the first drops of polish instead of laying them down on the paint. A splash of water or a damp cloth on the work surface is enough. On the first pass always start at the lowest speed (setting 1–2) to work the polish in, then bring it up to working speed. After 2–3 panels, clean the pad with a pad spinner or a pad washer — a saturated pad cuts a lot less. For the best results, pair the ExzenterPad hart with the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sonax-profiline-cutmax-schleif-politur\"\u003eSONAX PROFILINE CutMax \"6\/4\" cutting compound\u003c\/a\u003e — in the PROFILINE system this combo is dialled in for heavy-cut jobs on DA orbitals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eExzenterPad hart foam structure — cell hardness, rebound and cut mechanics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe cut of a polishing pad on the orbital comes down to three factors: foam hardness (compression modulus), rebound speed (how fast the foam springs back after compression) and surface contact area (how large the effectively polishing area is). The \u003cstrong\u003eSONAX PROFILINE ExzenterPad hart\u003c\/strong\u003e is built for high-performance cut on the DA orbital across all three: foam hardness sits at the top end of the PROFILINE pad line-up, rebound speed is matched to the typical orbital throw frequencies (about 3,400–6,800 strokes\/min), and the pad geometry keeps maximum surface contact even on slightly domed surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne technical point that gets underrated day-to-day: pads that are too hard can give the orbital trouble on very fresh or very thin clear coat — the lack of conformity to the dips and micro-texture of the paint leads to an uneven cut pattern. So the ExzenterPad hart isn't the hardest pad imaginable but a carefully picked middle ground between maximum cutting energy and enough give. It's optimised for paint with normal to high film thickness — from roughly 80 µm clear coat up. On very thin paint (under 60 µm) or very fresh new paint, start with the ExzenterPad medium for testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe cell structure of the foam is closed, which has two practical upshots: first, the pad soaks up polish less aggressively than open-cell foams — that means less polish lost in the pad material and more product at the paint surface. Second, the pad is easier to clean after use, because the polish mostly sits on the surface and doesn't work deep into the cell matrix. Regularly washed foam pads keep their original cut over many jobs — an economic edge over wool pads, which lose cut faster after heavy use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe back of the ExzenterPad hart has a hook-and-loop backing (Velcro) that fits straight onto standard backing plates with a hook\u0026amp;loop face. The bond is built for the high centrifugal forces of orbital motors — no shifting or loosening of the pad in use, not even at higher speeds. The hook-and-loop layer is vulcanised to the foam, not just glued on — that stops delamination after repeated taking off and putting on.\n\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor pad care: after use, wash the ExzenterPad hart out with lukewarm water and a mild cleaner, squeeze it gently (never wring) and let it dry flat. Foam pads shouldn't go in the washing machine — the mechanical stress on the spin cycle wrecks the cell structure and permanently kills the return hardness. Hand-washing takes 2 minutes and keeps the pad properties fully intact over dozens of jobs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUsing the ExzenterPad hart — polish combination, machine speed and technique\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe ExzenterPad hart is made for use with heavy-cut compounds — in the PROFILINE system, paired with the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sonax-profiline-cutmax-schleif-politur\"\u003eSONAX PROFILINE CutMax \"6\/4\" cutting compound\u003c\/a\u003e or the PROFILINE EX \"05-05\" cutting compound. This combo is built for cars with sanding marks from sandpaper up to P1000, heavy holograms from automatic car washes, and medium to deep oxidation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe optimal machine speed for the ExzenterPad hart sits, depending on the machine, at a medium to high setting (setting 4–6 on a typical 5-step orbital). On a geared orbital (e.g. SONAX or Rupes BigFoot) that's about 3,800–4,500 rpm. Too low and the hard pad doesn't cut efficiently — the foam structure needs enough kinetic energy to work the clear coat. Too high on small, curved areas (bumper edges, A-pillar transition) and you risk the pad catching edges and pulling off too much locally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePolish dosing: with the ExzenterPad hart, the classic 5-dot pattern works well (one blob of polish in the middle and four near the edges). The amount per panel (about 50×50 cm) is 3–5 pea-sized dots, depending on the cut strength of the polish. Before you switch the machine on, spread the polish over the area with the pad (power off) to avoid splatter. Then switch on at setting 1–2 until the polish is worked in, and bring it up to working speed. One pass is 2–3 overlapping runs over the same panel segment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter polishing a panel, give the pad a quick check: if the foam is saturated and discoloured (dark, greasy), you need a cleaning step before you go at the next panel. A saturated pad only smears polish as a film with no real cut — cleaning or swapping the pad is then more efficient than carrying on. With a pad spinner you can clean a foam pad enough in about 15 seconds to keep working panels; a full wash happens at the end of the workday.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere the ExzenterPad hart works — paint defects, vehicle types and polishing stages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe ExzenterPad hart is the workhorse for the heavy-cut stage of a multi-step car detail. Typical scenarios: used cars with holograms and wash marks from years of car-wash use, new cars with transport paint damage (fine sanding marks from final inspection), cars after a P1200 sanding step for deep scratch removal, plus heavily matted or oxidised paint on used cars that went years without a polish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn new cars, be careful: fresh OEM clear coats aren't fully cured in the first 30–90 days after painting and react more sensitively to mechanical stress. On new cars under 3 months, use the ExzenterPad hart only with lighter heavy-cut compounds (not the strongest formula) and at reduced speed. Once cured, the paint is far more resilient and takes full heavy-cut treatment without risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn the body, the ExzenterPad hart suits all the large panels — bonnet, roof, wings and doors. For tight edge work at the bumper transition, on door shut lines and around window rubbers, a smaller pad (Ø80 mm, if available) or working by hand with polish and a cloth is the better fit. The Ø125 mm pad is the all-rounder; the Ø150 mm pad is for maximum area throughput on wide surfaces like the bonnet and roof — with the bigger pad you're about 20–30 % faster per car at comparable cut quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn a professional detailing shop the ExzenterPad hart is usually used for the first cutting pass, followed by an ExzenterPad medium with a medium polish for the refining stage and an \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sonax-profiline-exzenterpad-weich-125-polierpad\"\u003eExzenterPad weich\u003c\/a\u003e with a finishing polish for the final gloss. This three-stage system delivers repeatable results: step one clears all the defects, step two removes the leftover marks from step one, and step three gets the final shine. Try to do all three steps with a single pad and you compromise either the cut or the finish quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eExzenterPad hart compared — DA polishing pad vs. SchaumPad vs. ExzenterPad medium\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe most common question when building a PROFILINE pad line-up is the difference between the ExzenterPad and the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sonax-profiline-schaumpad-hart-polierpad\"\u003eSchaumPad hart\u003c\/a\u003e: both are hard foam pads for heavy-cut work, but they're optimised in geometry and foam formula for different machine types. The SchaumPad hart is built for rotary polishers — it works with the even rotary motion and transfers that energy optimally into cut. The ExzenterPad hart is built for DA orbitals — the foam structure is laid out for the random orbital throw, which puts completely different demands on compression behaviour and return hardness. Run an ExzenterPad hart on a rotary and you'll usually notice reduced cut — and the other way round. The pads aren't fully interchangeable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe comparison between the ExzenterPad hart and the ExzenterPad medium comes down to how much cut you need: the ExzenterPad medium gives clearly less cut, but it also builds less heat and leaves finer marks in the paint. For cars with light to medium holograms (normal wear without deep scratches) the medium pad is enough and gentler. For heavily damaged paint, or when you need to move fast through serious defects, the ExzenterPad hart is the right tool. As a rule of thumb: if a panel still shows visible scratches after a full pass with the ExzenterPad medium and a heavy-cut compound, the ExzenterPad hart is the right call for the next detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnother relevant comparison is the ExzenterPad hart vs. the HybridWollPad: the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sonax-profiline-hybridwollpad-wollpad\"\u003eSONAX PROFILINE HybridWollPad\u003c\/a\u003e gives clearly more cut on the rotary than the ExzenterPad hart on the DA orbital. For heavy paint defects that even the ExzenterPad hart and CutMax can't fully clear, the HybridWollPad on the rotary is the stronger option. This choice between orbital + ExzenterPad hart and rotary + HybridWollPad depends on the specific defect picture and the machine set-up of your shop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy the SONAX PROFILINE ExzenterPad hart — size choice, set formats and shop use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor shops that work exclusively with DA orbitals, the ExzenterPad hart is the primary heavy-cut pad. The size recommendation: Ø125 mm for shops with a standard-format orbital, Ø150 mm for shops betting on efficiency over large areas with a 150 mm plate machine. Shops with both machine sizes ideally keep both pad sizes in stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 15-pack in Ø125 mm format is made for professional detailing shops polishing several cars a day. In an average shop with 3–5 cars a day you'll need 6–10 pads per workday (2 each per car in rotation), so a set stock covers the week. With 15 pads on hand you can run several pads in rotation through a long workday and clean them together in the evening — no productivity loss from waiting on single-pad cleaning. The 10-pack in Ø150 mm format follows the same logic for the bigger format. Against buying singles, the set format saves a fair bit per pad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe lifespan of an ExzenterPad hart depends on how well you look after it: regularly washed pads last 50–100 cars before the foam structure gives up. The tell for a worn pad: it presses all the way through under normal finger pressure (no rebound left), or the surface shows cracks and signs of coming apart. A worn pad should be replaced right away — it drops dramatically in cut and can leave uneven cut marks on freshly painted surfaces. As a verified SONAX dealer, Detailing1 keeps the ExzenterPad hart in both sizes and both set formats permanently in the range.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SONAX","offers":[{"title":"Ø125 mm – 1 piece","offer_id":57345291288911,"sku":"D1-SNX-4923410","price":16.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ø125 mm – 15 pieces","offer_id":57345291321679,"sku":"D1-SNX-4923000","price":109.48,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ø150 mm – 1 piece","offer_id":57345291354447,"sku":"D1-SNX-4924410","price":18.21,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ø150 mm – 10 pieces","offer_id":57345291387215,"sku":"D1-SNX-4924000","price":83.3,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/sonax-profiline-exzenterpad-hart_125-mm--1-stueck.png?v=1774736550"},{"product_id":"sonax-profiline-exzenterpad-medium-polierpad","title":"SONAX PROFILINE ExzenterPad medium polishing pad","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMedium cut, full control — the SONAX PROFILINE ExzenterPad medium in real use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat sets a medium-cut polishing pad apart from a soft or hard one? A medium-cut pad — like the ExzenterPad medium — corrects light to moderate paint defects on DA polishers without overdoing the cut, and shifts heat away nicely.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you've ever polished with the wrong pad, you know how it ends: either you cut too much and the paint overheats, or there isn't enough bite and the scratches stay put. The \u003cstrong\u003eSONAX PROFILINE ExzenterPad medium\u003c\/strong\u003e is built for exactly the zone where most correction happens — light swirls, fine scratches, moderate oxidation and holograms that finishing pads can no longer touch, but that don't need an aggressive cutting pad either. The medium-cut foam profile gives you the room to correct efficiently without losing your grip on how much you're removing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium-cut foam profile for precise paint correction.\u003c\/strong\u003e The open-pore foam structure of the ExzenterPad medium builds enough cut with the right polish to clear swirls, holograms and fine scratches. The removal stays controllable — you correct exactly where you want without over-stressing the paint surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEfficient heat shedding through open-cell foam.\u003c\/strong\u003e Polishing on DA orbitals generates friction heat, and closed-pore pads trap it, which can lead to heat spots or paint damage. The open-cell foam of the ExzenterPad medium draws heat away evenly and protects sensitive clear coats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile size choice for different working areas.\u003c\/strong\u003e With Ø125 mm for precise work in tight spots and Ø150 mm for large panels, the ExzenterPad medium gives you the flexibility a pro day calls for. Both sizes fit standard hook-and-loop backing plates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote class=\"praxistipp\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailing1's tip from the shop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Before the first run, drop 3–4 pea-sized blobs of polish onto the pad and spread them across a panel at low speed before you start correcting — what we call \"priming\" the pad. A fresh PROFILINE ExzenterPad medium drinks up more polish on the first pass; only on the second pass does it show its full cutting power. After every panel, blow the pad out with a pad brush or a pad cleaner to clear polish residue — that stretches the pad's life by a lot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOpen-cell foam and medium cut — how the ExzenterPad medium works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe pad you pick decides how much time and how many passes a correction takes. Too soft a pad doesn't build enough pressure to pull scratches out of the clear coat; too hard a pad leaves a faint hologram pattern behind that you then have to chase off with a finishing pad in another pass. Understanding pad mechanics saves you real time and abrasive day-to-day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA raw foam blank and a finished pad are not the same thing. What looks at first glance like a simple piece of foam is the result of a deliberate material choice: pore size, foam hardness and cell structure together decide how much abrasive the pad takes up, how it releases it, and how fast it heats up. The \u003cstrong\u003eSONAX PROFILINE ExzenterPad medium\u003c\/strong\u003e uses an open-cell polyurethane foam of medium hardness. The open cell build means polish spreads evenly through the pad and meters out onto the paint — a steady supply that stops the pad running dry and keeps the abrasive working consistently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA pad's cut comes from how foam hardness, surface texture and pore structure play together. Soft pads compress a lot, have more contact with the paint but less pressure per point — ideal for finishing. Hard pads barely compress, build high local pressure and therefore more cut. The medium pad sits in between: it compresses in a controlled way, builds pressure steadily, and still spreads polish evenly. In practice that means you can clear swirls and holograms in one or two passes with the ExzenterPad medium without necessarily needing a separate finishing pass afterwards — as long as you match the right polish to it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChoosing between Ø125 and Ø150 mm depends on the working area and the machine. Ø125 mm is the standard size for DA orbitals with a 5 mm throw and works on every body section. Ø150 mm lets you cover more ground on large, flat panels like the bonnet or roof, but it needs a machine with the power headroom to back it. If you run both sizes, you can switch deliberately between detail work and large-area polishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe hook-and-loop backing on the pad is made for standard backing plates. The Velcro quality on the PROFILINE line holds reliably even through several hours of continuous use — the pad sits tight, doesn't spin out, and won't peel off on its own even on a damp, greasy surface. With cheaper pads that's one of the most common headaches day-to-day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUsing a DA polishing pad right — step by step with the ExzenterPad medium\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBefore your first polishing pass, a quick paint check pays off. Heavily soiled paint should be decontaminated before polishing — an iron remover binds fallout, and a clay bar product pulls off bonded contamination that would otherwise act as grinding grit during polishing. On clean, decontaminated paint the ExzenterPad medium works more efficiently: the abrasive particles in the polish bite straight into the clear coat instead of burning energy loosening surface dirt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDA orbitals work with a combined rotation-and-orbital motion — that makes them more forgiving than rotaries and easier to get into for beginners, but you still need the right technique. Your speed setting drives how much cut the ExzenterPad medium actually develops. For medium correction work, a speed between 4,000 and 5,500 revolutions per minute is the sweet spot. Lower speeds cut heat build-up but give less bite; higher speeds speed up the correction but raise the risk of heat spots on repeated overlaps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlways pick a test panel first — ideally a low-key spot on the car, like the lower door area or a less exposed corner of the roof. Lay the polish straight onto the pad, not onto the paint. Start at low speed and spread the polish across the panel without leaning in, then bring the speed up for the actual correction pass. Overlapping passes of 30–40 % give an even result without streaks. Two to three passes are usually enough for moderate swirls; deeper scratches call for extra passes or a switch to the ExzenterPad hart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the pass, the residue pattern of the polish becomes your indicator: when the abrasive film has broken down evenly and is almost fully worked in, the pad has done its job. Clumpy or uneven residue points to too much polish or too low a speed. The PROFILINE ExzenterPad medium cleans up after use with warm water and pad wash, and is reusable once dry. Pros recommend sorting pads by polish type and never switching between abrasive and finishing products on the same pad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCorrecting paint defects — when the ExzenterPad medium is the right call\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePaint care isn't only about looks — it's about holding value. A car with corrected, sealed paint scores measurably better at lease return or resale than one with untouched wear marks. Polishing with a DA orbital and the ExzenterPad medium is, for high-mileage drivers and fleets, an investment that pays back at the next valuation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe ExzenterPad medium is the all-rounder in the polishing-pad line-up — it covers the zone you reach for most often in day-to-day detailing. Cars with normal wear that get washed regularly build up a fine swirl pattern over months, picked up from automatic washes, microfibre towels or wash sponges carrying grit. That exact surface depth — usually 1 to 3 microns — is the target zone of the ExzenterPad medium. It removes enough to drop below the scratch depth without cutting into deeper layers of paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMore heavily damaged paint with deep scratches, oxidation damage or baked-in water spots that don't bridge under the fingernail test need the ExzenterPad hart or a rotary pass. An honest read before you start polishing saves time: if you can feel a scratch with your fingernail, it sits in the primer or at the edge of the clear coat — the ExzenterPad medium won't fully clear it. As a rule of thumb: what the nail glides over without catching, the medium pad can correct.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTemperature plays a part too: on cold paint below 10 °C the foam stiffens up — the pad compresses less and the contact pressure climbs. On hot summer days outdoors, on the other hand, the pad goes softer and cuts more. Factor those variables into your first test panel so you can read the result before you polish whole panels.\u003cbr\u003e\nOn freshly painted cars, new vehicles with fine transport scratches, or after a chemical decon with a clay bar product, the ExzenterPad medium is your first choice for paint correction too. It gives the paint enough cut for a visible improvement without the risk of grinding through fresh paint that hasn't fully cured. After correcting with the ExzenterPad medium, a closing finishing pass with the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sonax-profiline-exzenterpad-weich-125-polierpad\"\u003eSONAX PROFILINE ExzenterPad weich\u003c\/a\u003e is worth it, to clear the last micro-scratches from the polishing pass and leave the paint mirror-clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eExzenterPad medium vs hart vs SchaumPad — which pad when?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePad choice in practice isn't a matter of taste, it's a matter of paint condition and the result you're after. The \u003cstrong\u003eSONAX PROFILINE ExzenterPad medium\u003c\/strong\u003e holds the middle: more cut than a finishing pad, more mercy than a cutting pad. The ExzenterPad hart suits pronounced scratches, oxidation and heavy swirls — its denser foam core builds enough pressure with a high-abrasive polish for deep material removal. The downside: the finishing work afterwards is heavier, because the hard pad leaves finer holograms behind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCompared with the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sonax-profiline-exzenterpad-hart-polierpad\"\u003eSONAX PROFILINE ExzenterPad hart\u003c\/a\u003e, the medium pad can fold the first correction pass straight into finishing in a two-stage workflow — when the polish matches the pad's cut. That saves time and is plenty for cars in normal condition. If you work with a one-step polish like the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sonax-profiline-np-03-06-hochglanz-politur-finish\"\u003eSONAX PROFILINE NP \"03-06\"\u003c\/a\u003e, the ExzenterPad medium is the ideal carrier foam: the NP \"03-06\" develops its cut and its finishing properties best on medium-cut pads and leaves a high gloss after a single pass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAgainst the SchaumPads from the PROFILINE line, the ExzenterPad stands apart through its specific tuning for DA machines. SchaumPads can in principle be run on orbitals too, but their material spec is built around rotary use. The ExzenterPad medium is dialled in with a DA orbital — the rebound character of the foam matches the machine's motion frequency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it's for, combinations and buying advice for the ExzenterPad medium\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe medium polishing pad from the PROFILINE line is built for professional detailers who work regularly with DA orbitals and need a dependable correction pad for the everyday bulk of cars. For detailing beginners with a DA machine it's the right starter pad too, because it's more forgiving than a hard cutting pad. The risk of grinding through the paint with the wrong technique is clearly lower with the medium pad than with an aggressive cutting pad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you work on different vehicle types regularly, you'll benefit from a structured pad system. Dark cars and clear coats with thin film thickness call for more of a feel — here the ExzenterPad medium is often the safe bet, because it keeps the removal controllable. On light colours and paint with good film thickness, a hard pad on the first pass can make sense too, to clear deep scratches faster. A careful film-thickness check with a paint depth gauge before polishing is standard at a professional level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor professional use, the pack options of 15 pieces (Ø125 mm) or 10 pieces (Ø150 mm) are worth it. Detailers polishing several cars a day change the pad at the latest after two or three cars — a fresh pad gives consistently better results than a saturated one. With the 15-piece set you have enough pads for a working day without washing in between. That saves not just time but polish too, because a fresh pad takes up the abrasive more efficiently and releases it more evenly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor single users with the odd polishing job, the single pack is the right pick: cared for well and cleaned after every use, a PROFILINE ExzenterPad medium lasts many jobs. The combo of ExzenterPad medium for the correction pass and ExzenterPad weich for the closing finishing pass is the standard two-stage workflow Detailing1 recommends for normal everyday cars. As a verified SONAX dealer, Detailing1 stocks the PROFILINE ExzenterPad medium permanently in all sizes and pack quantities. For shops with high polishing volume, combined pad sets are worth a look too: a stock of medium and soft pads covers the whole two-stage workflow without having to reorder mid-job. On request, Detailing1 gives advice on pad rotation strategy for different vehicle classes and polish types.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SONAX","offers":[{"title":"Ø125 mm – 1 piece","offer_id":57345292337487,"sku":"D1-SNX-4986000","price":16.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ø125 mm – 15 pieces","offer_id":57345292370255,"sku":"D1-SNX-4987000","price":109.48,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ø150 mm – 1 piece","offer_id":57345292403023,"sku":"D1-SNX-4986410","price":18.21,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ø150 mm – 10 pieces","offer_id":57345292435791,"sku":"D1-SNX-4987410","price":83.3,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/sonax-profiline-exzenterpad-medium_125-mm--1-stueck.png?v=1774736564"},{"product_id":"flex-ppc-cut-polierpad","title":"\"PP-C\" Cut Polishing Pad","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFLEX PP-C Cut Polishing Pad — hard cutting pad for maximum removal and deep scratch correction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat is the FLEX PP-C Cut Polishing Pad? The FLEX PP-C is a hard, red foam polishing pad with a specially reticulated, tear-resistant foam — built for the cut step in a multi-stage polishing process: maximum material removal, deep scratch correction and getting rid of oxidation marks on FLEX polishers.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a pro polishing workflow, pad choice is no side note — it's the single most important variable after the machine and the polish. The \u003cstrong\u003eFLEX PP-C Cut Polishing Pad\u003c\/strong\u003e is the first pad in the three-stage FLEX polishing system: a hard, red foam pad built purely for maximum cut. This is where the real defect correction starts — the step where deep scratches, swirl marks and oxidised paint get worked away through material removal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFLEX PP-C\u003c\/strong\u003e is made from a specially reticulated foam, known in pad tech for its even pore structure, high tear resistance and thermal stability. Reticulated foam has open pores that take up and release polishing compound evenly — that keeps the cut consistent across the whole panel and stops the polish drying out in the pad. For pads that get used every day, that's a real longevity factor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs part of the three-stage \u003cstrong\u003eFLEX PP pad system\u003c\/strong\u003e (PP-C for cut, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/flex-pp-m-universal-polierpad\"\u003ePP-M for compound\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/flex-pp-f-finish-polierpad\"\u003ePP-F for finish\u003c\/a\u003e), the PP-C isn't meant to stand alone. The value of the cut pad only shows once you pair it with the follow-up steps: what the PP-C corrects through aggressive removal, PP-M refines and PP-F brings to a high gloss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHard foam built for maximum cut — the first step in the three-step protocol.\u003c\/strong\u003e The hardness of the PP-C foam is no accident — it defines the pad's mechanical cutting power. Hard foam transfers more pressure onto the paint, builds more heat and drives the abrasives deeper into scratches than soft pads. For deep scratches, heavily weathered paint and cars that have been neglected for years, the hardness of the PP-C is the difference between a step that actually removes the defects and one that just polishes over them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecially reticulated, tear-resistant foam — longevity in heavy daily use.\u003c\/strong\u003e The reticulated foam body of the PP-C takes up polishing compound evenly and releases it in a controlled way. The open pores stop the polish smearing on the surface and give you an even cutting layer. The tear resistance of the material makes sure the pad keeps its shape even under hard use and high speeds on FLEX polishers — no splitting at the edges, no loss of pad geometry after several polishing sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable in Ø150mm and Ø125mm — a match for every FLEX polisher class.\u003c\/strong\u003e The PP-C comes in two diameters: Ø150mm for the FLEX XFE 2 15 and other 150mm dual-action polishers, Ø125mm for 125mm machines. Both versions come in 2-packs and 5-packs. For pro detailers polishing every day, the 5-pack makes sense: more pads per session (without washing), lower cost per pad, less frequent re-ordering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cblockquote class=\"praxistipp\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailing1's tip from the shop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prime the PP-C cut pad evenly with polish before the first use — spread a thin layer of compound across the whole pad face with a finger and run it once at idle to work it in. That stops dry rubbing on the first pass and protects the foam from heating up too fast. Between cars, clean the pad with a pad brush and dampen it slightly — a clean pad works more evenly than a caked-up one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFoam hardness and cutting power — why cut pads have to be hard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe basic logic of pad hardness gets misread a lot: plenty of beginners think a soft pad is gentler and therefore better. That holds for the finish step — but not for the cut step. The \u003cstrong\u003eFLEX PP-C Cut Polishing Pad\u003c\/strong\u003e is hard for good reason: only enough foam hardness lets the abrasives in the polish transfer the mechanical energy the paint needs to actually cut scratches away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA soft pad with the same cutting polish would squash down under the polisher, absorb the pressure and produce less cut. The result: more passes, more time, a worse result. The hard PP-C transfers the machine's pressure straight onto the paint — every stroke of the dual-action polisher turns into cut, with no damping from the foam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the same time, a hard pad builds more heat than a soft one — that's physics, you can't avoid it. That heat activates the abrasives in the polish and speeds up the process, but it can damage the paint if it overheats. The fix is experience: don't dwell too long in one spot, check pad and surface temperature regularly. For experienced detailers that's second nature; for beginners we'd suggest starting with the more versatile PP-M and saving the PP-C for deeper defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe red colour of the PP-C is no accident in the FLEX system — it's the international code colour for cut pads. Red says: hard material, high cut, for experienced hands. In a multi-step protocol the colour coding helps you grab the right pad out of the case quickly and avoid mix-ups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReticulated foam isn't all the same. The PP-C uses a specific pore size and pore density built for maximum abrasive uptake alongside mechanical stiffness. Pores too coarse would release the abrasive too fast, pores too fine would trap it. The balance FLEX picked for the PP-C keeps freshly applied compound spread evenly across the whole pad face and releases it in a controlled way over the polishing run — no clumping, no drying out, no uneven cut within a pass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUsing the PP-C in the three-step protocol\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFLEX PP-C Cut Polishing Pad\u003c\/strong\u003e shows its value in the context of the three-stage polishing process. Step 1 (cut): PP-C with an aggressive cutting compound, the goal is full removal of the defects. Step 2 (compound): PP-M with a medium-aggressive compound, the goal is refinement and clearing the cut haze. Step 3 (finish): PP-F with a fine finishing compound, the goal is maximum gloss and no holograms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cut step with the PP-C is the most demanding and time-consuming of the whole process. It lays the base for the end result: whatever isn't fully corrected in the cut step can't be fully made up in the later steps. A careful, complete cut step with the PP-C — even when it costs time — is the investment that locks in the final result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorking with the PP-C on FLEX machines, we'd suggest: small amount of compound on the pad, spread it at low speed, then bring it up to working speed. Overlapping passes with 50% overlap, even pressure across the whole face, no dwelling in one spot for more than 5 seconds. The sign of enough cut: the working compound visibly spreads and greys out as you polish — the abrasive is doing its job. If the compound dries out too fast, you laid down too little material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot every paint surface asks for the same approach. Soft clear coat — like you find on a lot of Asian car brands — reacts faster to the PP-C. Here a single pass with moderate pressure is often enough. Hard clear coat, as fitted on a lot of German premium brands, needs more passes, more pressure and possibly a more aggressive compound choice. Reading the paint hardness before you polish isn't optional prep — it sets the whole protocol: pad choice, compound choice, speed and how much pressure you put in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA common mistake in the cut step is working too large an area at once. Run the PP-C over a 60 × 60 cm section and you quickly lose track of how much you've actually removed. The practical call: work sections of 40 × 40 cm, inspect carefully under raking light after every pass before you start the next. It costs more time up front but saves you re-polishing spots that didn't get fully corrected in the first cut step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePP-C sizes and compatibility — Ø125mm and Ø150mm for every FLEX polisher\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFLEX PP-C Cut Polishing Pad\u003c\/strong\u003e comes in two diameters, matched to the two dominant FLEX polisher classes. The Ø150mm version is the pick for the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/flex-xfe21518ec-15mm-akku-exzenterpolierer-freilauf-150mm-18v\"\u003eFLEX XFE 2 15 cordless dual-action polisher\u003c\/a\u003e and other 150mm dual-action polishers in the FLEX line. The Ø125mm version fits the more compact 125mm polisher models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hook-and-loop backing is standardised across FLEX: the PP-C sits on the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/flex-bpmpxe-klett-teller\"\u003eBP-M PXE backing plate\u003c\/a\u003e for the PXE 80 as well as on all standard backing plates for 125mm and 150mm FLEX polishers. No adapter, no tool, no changeover hassle — the pad's on in seconds and it stays put. Even at high speeds and heavy pressure it doesn't lose grip; the hook-and-loop bond is built for the centrifugal forces of dual-action and rotary polishers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor pro detailers polishing every day, we'd recommend the 5-pack as your baseline kit. With five pads you can work both sides of a car with a fresh pad — no cleaning in between, no drop-off from spent foam. The 2-pack is the right call for the occasional user or as a top-up to an existing pad set. Either way: the PP-C isn't a throwaway. With the right care — cleaning after every session, dry storage — a PP-C lasts well beyond a single season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePP-C compared — cut pad against universal pad and finish pad\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the three-part FLEX PP pad system, every pad has its clearly defined role. The PP-C is the most aggressive of the three — right for the toughest jobs, but used wrong its results can disappoint if the right follow-up step is missing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PP-C on its own, without the follow-up refinement from PP-M and PP-F, leaves holograms and buffer marks that are invisible under normal light but clearly visible under raking light and an inspection lamp. It's not a one-step pad — it's the first step in a multi-step process. Detailers who want to polish \"in one step\" are better off with the PP-M universal pad, built for a combined cut-finish approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor pros running the three-step approach consistently, the PP-C is the most efficient solution for the cut step: maximum removal on the first pass, minimal extra work in the refinement, a clear job profile with no compromises. The \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/flex-pp-m-universal-polierpad\"\u003ePP-M universal pad\u003c\/a\u003e for balanced cases, the PP-C for the hard jobs — both have their fixed spot in a pro's kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuy the FLEX PP-C — pack sizes and recommendations for pro use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFLEX PP-C Cut Polishing Pad\u003c\/strong\u003e comes in two diameters (Ø150mm and Ø125mm) and two pack sizes (2 pieces and 5 pieces). Which pack size you pick depends on how much you use it: for the occasional hobby job the 2-pack is enough. For pro detailers polishing every day, the 5-pack is the more efficient choice — more pads per session (a fresh pad per side of the car), lower cost per pad and less frequent re-ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe recommendation for a full set: PP-C in the 5-pack (cut), \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/flex-pp-m-universal-polierpad\"\u003ePP-M in the 5-pack\u003c\/a\u003e (compound) and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/flex-pp-f-finish-polierpad\"\u003ePP-F in the 5-pack\u003c\/a\u003e (finish). This set covers the full three-step protocol and lasts a whole polishing season without re-ordering pads. If you only run one pass (single-step method), grab the PP-M as your one pad for day-to-day care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FLEX PP-C pads are compatible with the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/flex-bpmpxe-klett-teller\"\u003eBP-M PXE backing plate\u003c\/a\u003e for the PXE 80 as well as with all standard backing plates for 125mm and 150mm FLEX polishers. The hook-and-loop backing is standardised — the pads stay put but swap out in seconds, no tool needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"FLEX","offers":[{"title":"Ø150mm \/ 2 pieces","offer_id":57377315586383,"sku":"D1-FLEX-532397","price":38.68,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ø150mm \/ 5 pieces","offer_id":57377315619151,"sku":"D1-FLEX-532648","price":95.2,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Ø125mm \/ 2 pieces","offer_id":57377315651919,"sku":"D1-FLEX-532398","price":36.3,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ø125mm \/ 5 pieces","offer_id":57377315684687,"sku":"D1-FLEX-532649","price":89.25,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/pp-c-polierpad-150mm.png?v=1775062557"},{"product_id":"flex-ppm-universal-polierpad","title":"\"PP-M\" Universal Polishing Pad","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFLEX PP-M universal polishing pad — medium-hard compound step for one-step results and versatile everyday correction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat is the FLEX PP-M universal polishing pad? The FLEX PP-M is a medium-hard, orange foam polishing pad made from reticulated foam — built as the compound step in the three-stage FLEX polishing system and as a universal one-step pad for everyday care, light scratch correction and polish refreshing on FLEX polishing machines.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn professional detailing the \u003cstrong\u003eFLEX PP-M universal polishing pad\u003c\/strong\u003e is the most-used pad in the whole FLEX PP range. It's the second step in the three-stage polishing system — after the PP-C cut pad and before the PP-F finish pad. At the same time the PP-M is the most versatile pad in the system: you can run it as a standalone one-step pad for light to medium scratch correction when the full three-step job isn't needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe medium-hard foam body of the \u003cstrong\u003eFLEX PP-M\u003c\/strong\u003e is made from reticulated foam with an open-pore structure — the same approach as the PP-C, but with a lower foam hardness. That gives you a compromise that's remarkably versatile day-to-day: enough cut for light holograms, swirl marks and oxidation spots, but gentle enough for more delicate paint and cars that don't need an aggressive cut step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs part of the \u003cstrong\u003eFLEX PP pad system\u003c\/strong\u003e (PP-C for cut, PP-M for compound\/universal, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/flex-pp-f-finish-polierpad\"\u003ePP-F for finish\u003c\/a\u003e) the PP-M pulls double duty: in the three-step protocol it refines the cut holograms left by the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/flex-pp-c-cut-polierpad\"\u003ePP-C\u003c\/a\u003e and preps the surface for the PP-F finish step. As a one-step pad it replaces the whole three-step job on cars with light defects or for regular refresh polishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium-hard foam formulation — a balanced cut-to-finish blend for the compound step.\u003c\/strong\u003e The PP-M's hardness sits deliberately between the hard PP-C and the soft PP-F. That middle ground defines the compound job: enough foam hardness to carry the abrasives onto the paint effectively, but soft enough to leave no deep holograms after polishing. In the three-step protocol the PP-M is the step that turns a raw cut result into a presentable surface — ready for the final finish step.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReticulated foam with an even pore structure — controlled polish pick-up and a long service life.\u003c\/strong\u003e The reticulated foam body takes up compound and polish evenly and releases it in a controlled way. The open-pore structure stops polish from clumping in the pad and keeps the cut spread evenly across the whole face. The material's tear resistance makes sure the PP-M holds its shape even under heavy continuous use — no fraying at the edges, no deformation after plenty of polishing sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable in Ø150mm and Ø125mm, each as a 2-pack and a 5-pack — for every FLEX polisher class.\u003c\/strong\u003e The PP-M comes in two diameters: Ø150mm for the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/flex-xfe21518ec-15mm-akku-exzenterpolierer-freilauf-150mm-18v\"\u003eFLEX XFE 2 15\u003c\/a\u003e and other 150mm dual-action polishers, Ø125mm for 125mm machines. Both versions as a 2-pack and a 5-pack. For professional detailers with high throughput the 5-pack is the more economical choice: more pads per car without cleaning in between, and a lower price per pad.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cblockquote class=\"praxistipp\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay-to-day from Detailing1:\u003c\/strong\u003e The PP-M works brilliantly as your first pad for a quick one-step polishing pass on regularly maintained cars: lay down fresh compound of medium bite, two or three passes with the FLEX dual-action polisher, then check the result under an inspection light. If the swirls are gone — done. If not quite — follow up with the PP-C for a targeted cut pass on the affected spots. That saves time and is easier on the paint: not every car needs the full three-step job when the paint's condition doesn't call for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe PP-M as a one-step pad — when the universal approach is the better call\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne frequently underrated side of the \u003cstrong\u003eFLEX PP-M universal polishing pad\u003c\/strong\u003e is how well it works as a one-step pad. In professional detailing you regularly meet cars whose paint condition doesn't call for a full three-step job: new cars with transport protection film, cars after a short lay-up, cars with paint in good baseline shape that only need a refresh polish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn those cases reaching for the PP-C as your first step is counterproductive: the aggressive cut makes more work than needed and burns time for nothing. The PP-M with a medium-bite compound delivers the full result on these cars in one step — scratch correction and surface refinement at the same time, with no follow-up hologram removal using the finish pad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe key is the pad-and-polish combination. The PP-M with a one-step compound or a milder-formulated compound gets you a result on lightly to moderately damaged paint that looks flawless under normal light. Only under raking light and a professional inspection light are the few fine holograms left visible — not relevant for most customers. For detailers working against the clock, that trade-off is the right call day in, day out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor cars with deep scratches, heavy oxidation or long neglect, though, the PP-M on its own isn't enough. Here the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/flex-pp-c-cut-polierpad\"\u003ePP-C\u003c\/a\u003e takes the first step and the PP-M steps into its real role as compound refiner. The skill is in reading the situation right — a judgement that gets surer with experience and good lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn practice you can test the PP-M's one-step suitability fast: polish a small 20 × 20 cm test area with the PP-M and a suitable compound, then check it under the inspection light. If the defects are gone in one pass, the one-step approach is workable for the whole car. If scratches are still visible or deep swirl patterns show up, switch to the PP-C and run the PP-M after it as the compound step. This test approach saves time and gives you confidence — especially on unfamiliar cars or paint you can't yet read.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe compound step in the three-step protocol — the PP-M's job after the cut\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the three-stage polishing process the compound step is the most demanding job for the pad: it has to remove the cut holograms left by the PP-C without creating new ones, and at the same time lay the base for the final finish step. The \u003cstrong\u003eFLEX PP-M universal polishing pad\u003c\/strong\u003e is built for exactly this balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter a careful cut step with the PP-C the surface shows no deep scratches under the inspection light — but an even, fine hologram pattern left by the aggressive cut. The PP-M with a medium-fine compound breaks up that pattern and leaves a surface that's noticeably clearer. The grade of the compound and the hardness of the pad work together here: too soft a pad soaks up too much pressure and doesn't work the fine abrasives in effectively, while too hard a pad creates new holograms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PP-M hits this middle ground precisely. Paired with a quality compound polish it leaves a surface that's ideally prepped for the PP-F finish step: no visible holograms left, clear reflection, an even surface texture. Run the PP-M as the compound step and switch to the PP-F finish afterwards, and after three steps you'll have a surface that satisfies even professional detailers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe speed recommendation for the PP-M compound step is slightly lower than for the PP-C: if you're working with the FLEX dual-action polisher, drop one setting compared with the cut step. The PP-M with medium bite doesn't need max speed — it needs consistency. Slow, overlapping passes with steady pressure are more efficient than fast passes at high speed. The result is more even, and the pad temperature stays in a controlled range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBetween two cars we recommend cleaning the PP-M with a pad washing brush or a pad cleaning tool and letting it dry off briefly. Dried polish residue in the pad changes the cut behaviour and can create uneven spots on the paint. A clean, lightly dampened PP-M works more predictably than a caked-up one — and that's the difference between an even result and one you have to go back over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePP-M sizes and compatibility — Ø125mm and Ø150mm in the FLEX hook-and-loop system\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFLEX PP-M universal polishing pad\u003c\/strong\u003e comes in Ø150mm and Ø125mm — matched to the two dominant FLEX dual-action polisher classes. The hook-and-loop mount is fully standardised: the PP-M sits on the same \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/flex-bpmpxe-klett-teller\"\u003eBP-M PXE backing plate\u003c\/a\u003e as the PP-C and PP-F. Swapping pads between the three steps takes seconds — no tools, no adapters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the Ø150mm version: compatible with the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/flex-xfe21518ec-15mm-akku-exzenterpolierer-freilauf-150mm-18v\"\u003eFLEX XFE 2 15 cordless dual-action polisher\u003c\/a\u003e and other 150mm machines. For the Ø125mm version: compatible with the FLEX PE 14-2 125 and other 125mm polishers. If you run both machine sizes, keep both pad sizes on the shelf — the PP-M, as the most-used pad, wears down faster than the PP-C or PP-F.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 5-pack is the more sensible choice for professional use. With five PP-M pads you can work every side of the car with a fresh pad — important above all in the one-step method, where the pad acts as both cut and finish pad and so needs looking after carefully. A clean, freshly washed PP-M works more evenly and efficiently than a spent one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe PP-M compared — the universal pad between cut and finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFLEX PP-M universal polishing pad\u003c\/strong\u003e differs from the PP-C and PP-F not just in hardness but in its whole use philosophy. The PP-C is specialised for maximum cut — no compromise, full focus on scratch correction. The PP-F is specialised for maximum gloss — no cut, full focus on surface refinement. The PP-M sits in between and, as the only pad in this set, offers both at once, even if neither at the maximum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor detailers who only want to buy one pad, the PP-M is the right choice: it can run as the compound step in the three-step protocol and at the same time as a one-step pad for less damaged cars. Investing in the PP-M is therefore more flexible than the PP-C or PP-F on their own. If you want to use the full system, round out the PP-M with the PP-C for tough jobs and the PP-F for the final refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAgainst generic universal pads from other makers the PP-M has a clear system advantage: it's matched to the FLEX machines and the FLEX pad sizes and is part of a thought-through three-step concept. Look at the PP-M on its own and you see a solid compound pad. Look at it in the context of the FLEX PP system and you see an integrated tool that unfolds its full strength alongside the PP-C and PP-F.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuying the FLEX PP-M — recommendations for beginners and pros\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFLEX PP-M universal polishing pad\u003c\/strong\u003e is the first choice for anyone getting into the FLEX polishing system who wants to start with a single pad. As a universal one-step pad it covers the bulk of everyday correction — without the effort of a three-step protocol and without the risk the aggressive PP-C carries for beginners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor professional detailers the PP-M is the indispensable middle piece of the three-step protocol. The recommendation for the full set: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/flex-pp-c-cut-polierpad\"\u003ePP-C in the 5-pack\u003c\/a\u003e (cut), PP-M in the 5-pack (compound), \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/flex-pp-f-finish-polierpad\"\u003ePP-F in the 5-pack\u003c\/a\u003e (finish) — this set covers a full polishing season for professional use. If you only run one step and want to keep the budget tight, buy the PP-M as your only pad and add to it when you need to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PP-M is compatible with the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/flex-bpmpxe-klett-teller\"\u003eBP-M PXE backing plate\u003c\/a\u003e for the PXE 80, as well as with all standard hook-and-loop backing plates for 125mm and 150mm FLEX polishers. No adapter needed, no compatibility problem — the pad seats on the first try and holds securely even under heavy use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"FLEX","offers":[{"title":"Ø150mm \/ 2 pieces","offer_id":57377318338895,"sku":"D1-FLEX-532402","price":38.68,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ø150mm \/ 5 pieces","offer_id":57377318371663,"sku":"D1-FLEX-532652","price":95.2,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Ø125mm \/ 2 pieces","offer_id":57377318404431,"sku":"D1-FLEX-532403","price":36.3,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Ø125mm \/ 5 pieces","offer_id":57377318437199,"sku":"D1-FLEX-532653","price":89.25,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/pp-m-polierpad-150mm.png?v=1775062578"},{"product_id":"flex-ppf-finish-polierpad","title":"\"PP-F\" Finish Polishing Pad","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFLEX PP-F Finish Polishing Pad — soft finishing pad for maximum gloss and a hologram-free finish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat is the FLEX PP-F finishing pad? The FLEX PP-F is a soft, white foam polishing pad with reticulated foam — built as the final finishing step in the three-step FLEX polishing system for maximum gloss, complete freedom from holograms and a clear, mirror-like paint surface on FLEX polishers.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe last step in the polishing process decides whether a result is truly professional. The \u003cstrong\u003eFLEX PP-F finishing pad\u003c\/strong\u003e is that last step: a soft, white pad that polishes the surface to a high gloss with a fine finishing polish, clears every hologram left over from the compound step and leaves a clear, deep-gloss paint surface — ready for a sealant or a coat of wax.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFLEX PP-F\u003c\/strong\u003e is cut from the same reticulated foam as the PP-C and PP-M, but in a much softer formulation. That softness isn't a shortfall in quality — it's the key property for the finishing step: a soft pad builds up minimal heat, transfers minimal pressure and works the finest finishing abrasives gently and evenly into the paint. The result is a gloss you simply can't hit with hard pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the third step in the \u003cstrong\u003eFLEX PP-Pad system\u003c\/strong\u003e (PP-C for cut, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/flex-pp-m-universal-polierpad\"\u003ePP-M for compound\u003c\/a\u003e, PP-F for finish), the PP-F plays a clear and irreplaceable role. What the PP-C starts with aggressive cut and the PP-M carries on with compound refinement, the PP-F finishes off: the paint is brought to the state where the car can be handed back to the customer or prepped for a protective sealant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft foam for maximum gloss without holograms — the finishing standard in the three-step protocol.\u003c\/strong\u003e The softness of the PP-F foam body is the technical core of what it does: soft foam cushions the pressure from the polisher, dials abrasive aggression down to a minimum and, at the same time, lets the finest polishing particles glide evenly across the paint. The result: no fresh holograms, no buffer trails, no hazy film — just clear, deep gloss.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReticulated foam for even finisher release — controlled polish delivery right down to the last pass.\u003c\/strong\u003e The reticulated foam body of the PP-F picks up finishing polish precisely and releases it evenly throughout the whole polishing run. That stops the polish drying out in the pad and the patchy finish that comes with it. For the finishing step, where even results across the whole panel are what count, this steady release is the pad's most important performance factor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable in Ø150mm and Ø125mm, each as a 2-pack and 5-pack — finishing quality for every FLEX polisher.\u003c\/strong\u003e The PP-F comes in two diameters: Ø150mm for the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/flex-xfe21518ec-15mm-akku-exzenterpolierer-freilauf-150mm-18v\"\u003eFLEX XFE 2 15\u003c\/a\u003e and other 150mm dual-action polishers, Ø125mm for 125mm machines. As a 2-pack or 5-pack — for pro work with several cars a day the 5-pack is the smarter buy, since a fresh finishing pad per car keeps results consistently high.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cblockquote class=\"praxistipp\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailing1's tip from the shop:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the PP-F finishing step we'd go lighter on the finisher than in the compound step. The soft PP-F spreads product more efficiently than hard pads — too much polish gives you streaks and a longer dry time. Sweet spot: a small dab of finisher on the pad, spread it at low speed, then bring it up to a medium working speed. After the last pass, always check the result under an inspection light before you lay down a sealant or wax — the PP-F gives its best when the compound step before it is fully finished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFoam softness and gloss performance — why finishing pads have to be soft\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe physics of the finishing step is the opposite of the cut step: where hard foam transfers mechanical pressure into the paint on the cut step and pulls scratches out by cutting, the finishing step asks for exactly the reverse. The \u003cstrong\u003eFLEX PP-F finishing pad\u003c\/strong\u003e is soft because only soft foam spreads the abrasives in a fine finishing polish evenly enough across the surface that no new micro-holograms show up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA hard pad with a fine finisher would drive the abrasives too hard into the paint and leave a fine but visible hologram pattern — the very problem the compound step is meant to clear. The soft PP-F kills that effect completely: the abrasives glide gently over the surface, polish to a high gloss and leave no trails of their own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeat build-up on the PP-F finishing step is much lower than on the PP-C cut step. The soft foam soaks up part of the machine's energy instead of sending it all into the paint. That's what you want on the finishing step: low temperatures protect the polished surface and let you work longer without risk on heat-sensitive paints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe white colour of the PP-F is the international code colour for finishing pads in the FLEX system. White says: soft material, minimal cut, maximum gloss. In the three-step protocol the colour coding is a handy bit of order: red for PP-C (cut), orange for PP-M (compound), white for PP-F (finish) — no grabbing the wrong pad, even when the case is full.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne more thing about pad softness that often gets underrated: the PP-F is a great fit for older or thinner clear coats, where finishing with a harder pad carries a raised risk of burning through. If you don't know exactly how much clear coat is left on a car — paint thickness under 80 microns is nothing unusual in restoration work — the soft PP-F keeps you on the safe side. Less pressure, less cut, less risk — with no compromise on the final gloss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUsing the PP-F in the three-step protocol — the decisive final step\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe finishing step with the \u003cstrong\u003eFLEX PP-F finishing pad\u003c\/strong\u003e is the shortest, but not the least important step in the three-step protocol. It decides the final look: whether the paint comes out clear and mirror-like after the work, or whether a fine haze or holograms cloud the result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good PP-F result needs a fully finished compound step with the PP-M first. If fine holograms are still showing under the inspection light after the PP-M, the PP-F can't fully clear them — it isn't built for that. The PP-F refines a surface that's already well prepped; it doesn't fix incomplete earlier steps. The division of labour in the FLEX PP system is clearly set here and you stick to it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorking the PP-F on FLEX machines, we'd say: small dab of finisher on the pad, work at a medium speed — the PP-F doesn't need high speed to do its job. Two to three overlapping passes per section, light pressure, no dwelling in one spot. The tell for a good finishing step: the finishing polish disappears completely on the surface without drying out. If it dries too fast, you laid down too little; if it leaves streaks, you laid down too much.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe check after the PP-F finishing step matters: under an inspection light, ideally a full-spectrum light with high CRI, you check the finished surface for leftover holograms and buffer trails. A good PP-F result shows a clear, even reflection with no visible pattern. If dark areas still show fine holograms, either the compound step was incomplete or too little finisher went on. In that case: work the same area again with the PP-F and enough finisher — no going back to the PP-M if the rest of the surface is already hologram-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PP-F can also be used as a final care pad on well-kept cars where no scratch correction is needed: a regular refresher polish with the PP-F and a mild finishing product keeps the gloss up and clears a light oxidation film without any cut or compound step. For cared-for cars that get worked regularly, that makes the PP-F a sensible buy on its own too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePP-F sizes and compatibility — Ø125mm and Ø150mm on the FLEX hook-and-loop system\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFLEX PP-F finishing pad\u003c\/strong\u003e shares its hook-and-loop mounting with the PP-C and PP-M: the same standardised backing plate, the same swap system. That lets you switch pads between all three steps fast, no tools and no lost time. In practice: once you've worked a panel on the cut step, you can run the PP-M and PP-F on the same panel straight after, without re-rigging the machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ø150mm version is compatible with the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/flex-xfe21518ec-15mm-akku-exzenterpolierer-freilauf-150mm-18v\"\u003eFLEX XFE 2 15 cordless dual-action polisher\u003c\/a\u003e and other 150mm polishers in the FLEX line. The Ø125mm version fits the more compact 125mm machines. For the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/flex-pxe8012ec-akku-exzenterpolierer-80mm-12v\"\u003ePXE 80\u003c\/a\u003e the PP-F in the standard sizes on offer isn't the first choice — here the matching small-pad format is what you want for the finishing step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 5-pack makes real sense for the finishing step in particular: since the PP-F is the last pad in the chain and defines the final surface, a clean, fresh pad per car matters more on the finishing step than on any other. Grit carried over from the compound step or dried finisher left in the pad feeds straight into how even the gloss comes out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePP-F compared — finishing pad against universal pad and cut pad\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFLEX PP-F finishing pad\u003c\/strong\u003e is the specialist end of the FLEX PP-Pad range. Where the PP-C is built for maximum cut and the PP-M for balanced compound work, the PP-F has one goal only: the best possible surface gloss with complete freedom from holograms. That focus makes it a must for anyone chasing professional results — and skippable for anyone who just wants a quick one-step pass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the one-step approach the PP-F is the wrong pick: it has too little cut to clear scratches or oxidation. If you polish in one step, you grab the PP-M as the more universal pad. The PP-F only makes sense as the last step in a multi-step protocol — and in that role it's irreplaceable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared with generic finishing pads from other makers, the PP-F is part of a thought-out system: it's matched to the pad sizes and backing plate of the FLEX machines, and its foam hardness is tuned to work with the PP-C and PP-M. Run the full FLEX PP system and you've got a consistent, matched polishing programme — not a pile of pads thrown together at random. That's the difference between a protocol that delivers predictable, repeatable results and one that shifts with every pad combo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuying the FLEX PP-F — recommendations for pro use and the complete pad set\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFLEX PP-F finishing pad\u003c\/strong\u003e is the last investment for a complete FLEX PP system. If you already run the PP-C and PP-M, you close out the set with the PP-F and have a complete three-step polishing programme that suits every paint condition and every correction level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur pick for the full set: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/flex-pp-c-cut-polierpad\"\u003ePP-C in the 5-pack\u003c\/a\u003e (cut), \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/flex-pp-m-universal-polierpad\"\u003ePP-M in the 5-pack\u003c\/a\u003e (compound) and PP-F in the 5-pack (finish) — this set covers a full polishing season for pro use. Or one 2-pack of each for the beginner who wants to get to know the three-step protocol first, before moving up to the 5-packs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PP-F is compatible with the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/flex-bpmpxe-klett-teller\"\u003eBP-M PXE backing plate\u003c\/a\u003e for the PXE 80 as well as all standard backing plates for 125mm and 150mm FLEX polishers. Switching between the PP-C, PP-M and PP-F takes seconds — exactly the efficiency that counts in pro use. Three pads, three steps, one flawless result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"FLEX","offers":[{"title":"Ø150mm \/ 2 pieces","offer_id":57377320173903,"sku":"D1-FLEX-532407","price":38.68,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Ø150mm \/ 5 pieces","offer_id":57377320206671,"sku":"D1-FLEX-532655","price":95.2,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Ø125mm \/ 2 pieces","offer_id":57377320239439,"sku":"D1-FLEX-532408","price":36.3,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Ø125mm \/ 5 pieces","offer_id":57377320272207,"sku":"D1-FLEX-532656","price":89.25,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/pp-f-polierpad-150mm.png?v=1775062567"}],"url":"https:\/\/detailing1.be\/en\/collections\/schaumstoff-polierpads-150-mm.oembed","provider":"Detailing1","version":"1.0","type":"link"}