3M Abrasivesfor Collision Repair
Innovative Abrasives for Car Repairs
From preparation to finish, 3M automotive abrasives play a key role in all bodyshop processes.
We have developed a full range of abrasives to suit every type of application, incorporating innovative technologies for superior performance, anti loading and a consistent finish.
The right abrasives play a key role for a perfect result in vehicle refinishing. Whether in the process of preparation, car scratch repair, dry primer sanding or fine sanding before paint application. Our quality abrasives and a further range of accessories are designed to help you to safely and efficiently achieve your desired results.
Find out below about our premium abrasives and sandpaper for car repair or scroll to the bottom of the page for a full portfolio overview
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3M™ Cubitron™ II Products give a more consistent finish in car scratch repair and paint removal. They cut quicker and last longer, enabling a cooler sanding process and helping you be more productive than ever – reducing cycle time and rework.
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Thanks to their supporting foam backing, 3M™ Trizact™ Abrasive Discs 443SA or 3M™ Hookit™ Flexible Abrasive Foam Discs are high performing, versatile abrasives and in finer grades excellent for blending, paint rectification or preparation for car polishing.
Pair premium abrasives with premium tools to achieve excellent results
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What’s better than a complete Sanding System?With 3M Premium Abrasives, you don’t have to choose between speed and performance. Each is precision engineered to help you make the job done faster. Plus, they both pair with a 3M recommended sanding and dust extraction system to create your shop’s ideal dust capture system.
Overview of 3M™ Abrasives for Collision Repair - Key Questions and Answers for the Body Shop
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There are so many different types of abrasive materials - what is the best product for each tool in the bodyshop?
Use with Random Orbital Sanders:
- 260L Purple Film Discs for removing defects in paint (levelling orange peel, removing dust nibs or runs).
- Trizact Foam Discs 443SA help refine the finest sanding scratches ahead of the polishing process.
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Hand sanding – What products can be used to sand a car by hand?
- Scotch-Brite Materials are versatile solutions for finishing or cleaning tasks.
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Products for Bodyshop applications in the panel area - what products are available for each tool?
For Right Angle Grinders:
- Cubitron II Fibre Disc to efficiently remove welds, paint, and rust.
- Cubitron II Cut Off Wheel efficiently and cleanly cuts through metal panels.
- Cubitron II Flap Disc is a versatile solution for both grinding and blending.
For Disc Sanders:
- Cubitron II Roloc Fibre Disc to remove small welds and other grinding applications.
- Scotch-Brite Roloc Surface conditioning discs to debur and finish metal and composites.
- Scotch-Brite Roloc Bristle Discs are extremely versatile. They can be used to debur, blend, clean and remove coatings on complex parts while leaving a consistent finish through the life of the product.
For File Belt Sanders:
- Cubitron II File Belt for spot weld removal and other grinding applications.
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What are the best tools for my sanding work?
For Heavy Sanding, Cutting and Grinding:
- 3M™ Cut-Off Wheel Tool
- 3M™ Pistol Grip Disc Sander
For moderate and aggressive sanding applications:
Pneumatic Random Orbital Sanders
- 3M™ Precision Random Orbital Sander 33632, Elite Orbit, 3/32, 6 in
- 3M™ Precision Random Orbital Sander 33633, 6 in, 3/16 Orbit
- 3M™ Precision Random Orbital Sander 38505, Elite Orbit, 3/16, 6 in
Electric Random Orbital Sander
For fine sanding applications:
Pneumatic Random Orbital Sanders
- 3M™ Precision Random Orbital Sander 33632, Elite Orbit, 3/32, 6 in
- 3M™ Precision Random Orbital Sander 33633, 6 in, 3/16 Orbit
- 3M™ Precision Random Orbital Sander 38505, Elite Orbit, 3/16, 6 in
Electric Random Orbital Sanders
Dust Extraction Systems
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