3M hand pads being used on metal
Scotch-Brite™ Hand Pads

Convenient surface conditioning pads for your metalworking shop.

Scotch-Brite™: The leader in nonwoven hand pads.

  • Generations of metalworking professionals have trusted Scotch-Brite™ Hand Pads as their go-to solution for cleaning, scuffing, deburring and finishing in their shops. Through the decades, Scotch-Brite™ has continually improved the performance and durability of its industry-leading hand pad products, earning their place in metalworking shops around the world. For fast, consistent surface conditioning, keep Scotch-Brite™ Hand Pads within reach.


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Scotch-Brite™ Hand Pad Selection Chart

Download this selection guide (PDF, 1.90 MB)

Select by grit coarseness, color and application

Need help finding the right Scotch-Brite™ Hand Pad grit for your application? Use the chart below to find the right mineral, grit coarseness and finish for your application — including light-duty cleaning, heavy-duty blending and finishing, and every surface prep task in-between.

Infographic featuring different 3M hand pads

Don’t see the grit or color you need?

View all Scotch-Brite™ Hand Pads and accessories or contact us to discuss custom hand pad options.


Featured Hand Pad Solutions for Metalworking

  • Screenshot of video showing a hand pad in use
    About Scotch-Brite™ Hand Pad 7447 PRO

    Scotch-Brite™ Hand Pad 7447 PRO leaves a consistent, uniform scratch on just about any surface. This premium abrasive hand pad comes in two grades and is flexible enough to get into hard-to-reach places.

  • Screenshot of video showing weld burn removal with 3M hand pad
    Scotch-Brite™ Durable Flex Hand Pad Demonstration

    Our most flexible hand pad is easy to fold and bend for use on corners and hard-to-reach areas. Watch a Scotch-Brite™ Durable Flex Hand Pad quickly remove weld burn discoloration.


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If you would like to speak to us about product and technical support questions, please call 1-800-425-3030

We are interested in helping you decide which Industrial Abrasives product works best for your application. A 3M Abrasive Expert will contact you to ensure you're getting the product you need to get your job done right.

If you would like to speak to us about product and technical support questions, please call 1-800-425-3030