3M Abrasives for Collision Repair
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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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Reinvented abrasive discs with innovative net technology coupled with 3M™ Precision Shaped Grain. You no longer have to compromise between peak performance and dust extraction.
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Get the job done sooner with 3M™ Net Abrasives, our fastest cutting and longest-lasting net abrasive sheets. All the while, letting dust extractors perform their best by leaving virtually no dust on the work surface and in the environment.
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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.
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Compromise is over. Introducing the new Net Abrasives
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You know dust is a problem. It can sap your efficiency, create defects and rework, and steal the life from your abrasive. Once it's in the air, it can settle on your work surfaces in your shop and even creep into your office and waiting room.
The best way to maximize dust extraction? The right combination of tools and abrasives let you capture it at the source.Slow is not your speed. Every day, you make the critical calls that help you maximize efficiencies and enhance the quality of each repair. Match your expertise with new Net Abrasives from 3M. Longer-lasting, faster-cutting with maximized dust extraction: all to help you get the most of every disc, sheet and job. Higher productivity starts quite literally in the palm of your hand.
Now you don’t have to compromise.
Go for performance. Leave the dust behind.
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Pair premium abrasives with premium tools to achieve excellent results
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Choose the level that meets your shop's needs. Premium or AdvancedGet the job done sooner with 3M™ Cubitron™ II Net Abrasives, our fastest-cutting and longest-lasting net abrasive discs and sheets. This family of net abrasives delivers the exceptional cut rate and extended life of a Cubitron™ II abrasive.
Achieve outstanding performance at an affordable price with 3M™ Blue Net Abrasives — high-quality net abrasive discs and sheets for value-focused professionals. Built with an engineered ceramic-mineral blend, they deliver an excellent cut rate and life.
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What’s better than a complete Sanding System?With 3M Net 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:
- Cubitron II Net Abrasive Discs deliver excellent abrasive performance while leaving virtually no dust behind in most coarse sanding application.
- Cubitron II Abrasive Discs 737U give excellent abrasive performance and a consistent finish for most coarse sanding applications.
- Flexible Foam Abrasive Discs are a versatile blending product that can be used wet or dry.
- 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.
Use with Sheet Sanders and Hand Blocks:
- Cubitron II Net Abrasive Sheet Rolls provide high levels of cut and dust extraction and come in a conveniently perforated roll.
- Cubitron II Abrasive Sheets 737U deliver sustained cut and consistent finish.
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Hand sanding – What products can be used to sand a car by hand?
- Grippy Sanding Cloths provide excellent abrasive performance, while the grippy backing material enables superb handling, even when used wet. These are highly conformable and great for sanding hard to reach areas on parts such as bumpers.
- Grippy Sanding Block for use with Grippy Sanding Cloths if a flat support is required.
- Flexible Foam Abrasive Discs can be effectively used by hand on panel edges and hard to reach areas.
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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 (786C) 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 (786C) to remove small welds and other grinding applications.
- Scotch-Brite Roloc Surface conditioning discs to debur and finish metal and composites.
For File Belt Sanders:
- Cubitron II File Belt (786F) 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:
- Pneumatic Cut-Off Wheel Tool (for 75mm or 100mm discs)
- Pneumatic Disc Sander
- Pneumatic File Belt Sander
- Pneumatic Random Orbital Sanders
- 3M™ Dust Extractor 45 Liter
Dust Extraction Systems
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