SPTA SQPPS5MIX 5.5" Buffing Pads for Car Polish

This set of foam buffing and polishing pads from SPTA helps refine paintwork and finish details on cars, combining cutting and finishing capability in a compact kit for orbital and rotary polishers. The mixed 5.5 inch face with a slightly smaller 5 inch (125 mm) backing allows safer contact with edges and reduces the risk of surface marring while working on panels, according to the manufacturer.

Key Points

The kit includes five foam pads in different colors and hardness levels to tackle compounding, polishing, and waxing tasks. The dual-diameter design, with a 138 mm face and a 125 mm rear, helps protect trim and contours during use. These pads are washable and reusable, made from open-cell sponge that improves airflow and heat dissipation. They have hook-and-loop backing for quick attachment to standard 5 inch backing plates and are compatible with both pneumatic and electric polishers. Consider that very aggressive correction may require matching the pad hardness carefully to the compound you use.

Technical Specifications

• Name: SPTA Buffing Polishing Pads SQPPS5MIX
• Face diameter: 138 mm (5.5 inches)
• Backing plate compatibility: 125 mm (5 inches)
• Quantity: 5 pads
• Material: Open-cell foam, washable and reusable
• Color/hardness set: multiple colors for varying cut and finish levels

Usage Recommendations

Use firmer color pads together with heavier compounds when removing oxidation or deeper scratches, and switch to softer pads for final polishing and wax application to increase gloss. Work at moderate speed and light pressure to avoid overheating the paint, the pads' airflow helps but does not eliminate the need for controlled technique. After use, rinse pads with clean water and air-dry naturally to prolong life and maintain performance.

Advantages

The mixed-hardness selection offers versatility so a single kit covers correction and finishing steps. The slightly larger face than the backing plate provides a protective edge that reduces accidental contact with trim and minimizes pad and plate wear. The foam construction is designed to retain polishing product during operation, which can reduce sling and waste while polishing.