{"title":"Mittlere Pads – Cutting-Pads aus Schaumstoff","description":"\u003ch2 id=\"speakable-headline\"\u003eMittlere Pads – Cutting-Pads aus Schaumstoff\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"speakable-definition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMittlere Pads – Cutting-Pads aus Schaumstoff\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pads übertragen Politur auf die passende Kontaktfläche. Das mittlere Arbeitsformat wird nach Fahrzeugfläche und Kontur gewählt; die Größenklasse ersetzt keine Prüfung des tatsächlichen Außendurchmessers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePad-Durchmesser und Stütztellermaß werden getrennt geprüft, damit die Arbeitsfläche zur Maschine und zum Bauteil passt.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"koch-chemie-polierpad-heavy-cut-foam-pad-rot-2024","title":"Heavy Cut Foam Pad \"Rot\" Abrasive Cutting Foam \/ Polishing Pad (2024)","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eNew Pads on the Block\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e — Reworked Pad System 2024: \u003c\/strong\u003eTougher, longer-lasting and dialled in for dual-action polishers. We've already got the new Koch-Chemie pads in stock. Order now and you're guaranteed to get the new 2024 pads.  \u003cp\u003eHere's what Koch-Chemie says: \"Our R\u0026amp;D team put real expertise and plenty of hours into reworking the foam and the shape of our pads, to improve them from the ground up. The clearly better compression hardness and cell structure give you longer life, which in turn means more value for the person doing the work. The now 25 mm tall pads with a reshaped bead last longer thanks to the rounded edge, and still hug the surface as flexibly as ever. With these improvements our new pads now work really well with dual-action polishers too. That makes our new polishing pads a genuine innovation for the detailing trade. More durability with the same handling gives you a whole new experience when you work with our pads. You don't want to miss out on that. For maximum process reliability we're sticking with the colour coding on the pads, so it stays easy to match pad to polish. That saves time and is a real help in the day-to-day grind of a busy detailing job.\"\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKoch-Chemie Micro Cut Soft Foam Pad \"Violett\" (Soft) — Polishing Pad (2024)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKoch-Chemie Micro Cut Soft Foam Pad \"Violett\"\u003c\/strong\u003e is built for gently working delicate and tricky paint, like sticky paint. Its soft foam structure flexes to the paint surface and effectively pulls out light scratches, holograms and polishing haze. Pair it with the \u003cstrong\u003eMicro Cut M2.02\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eMicro Cut \u0026amp; Finish P3.01\u003c\/strong\u003e polish and you're guaranteed a hologram-free, glossy finish. The pad is dialled in for dual-action polishers and, thanks to its soft build, gives you a gentle but effective cut.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft build\u003c\/strong\u003e for delicate and tricky paint like sticky paint.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEffective against holograms and light scratches\u003c\/strong\u003e when paired with Micro Cut polishes.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDialled in for dual-action polishers\u003c\/strong\u003e for an even, gentle pass.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003ch3\u003eGentle on delicate paint\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMicro Cut Soft Foam Pad \"Violett\"\u003c\/strong\u003e was built specifically for softly handling delicate paint. Its soft structure spreads the polish evenly without harming the paint. It's brilliant for removing holograms and light scratches and leaves a flawless finish behind. On tricky paint like sticky paint, the pad gives you spot-on control and flex.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eA perfect match with Micro Cut polishes\u003c\/h3\u003e \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 finishing and, together with the soft pad, get you the best results. The pad lets you go easy on the polish and leaves a streak-free finish with brilliant gloss.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eGentle finishing with dual-action polishers\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThanks to the rounded edges and 25 mm height, the pad hugs the surface perfectly and lets you work gently with dual-action polishers. The soft foam structure cuts the risk of buffer trails and gives you even results, even on demanding paint surfaces. The pad gives you maximum control and efficiency for detailers who want the very best finish.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKoch-Chemie Micro Cut Soft Foam Pad \"Violett\" (Soft) — Polishing Pad (2024)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKoch-Chemie Micro Cut Soft Foam Pad \"Violett\"\u003c\/strong\u003e is built for gently working delicate and tricky paint, like sticky paint. Its soft foam structure flexes to the paint surface and effectively pulls out light scratches, holograms and polishing haze. Pair it with the \u003cstrong\u003eMicro Cut M2.02\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eMicro Cut \u0026amp; Finish P3.01\u003c\/strong\u003e polish and you're guaranteed a hologram-free, glossy finish. The pad is dialled in for dual-action polishers and, thanks to its soft build, gives you a gentle but effective cut.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft build\u003c\/strong\u003e for delicate and tricky paint like sticky paint.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEffective against holograms and light scratches\u003c\/strong\u003e when paired with Micro Cut polishes.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDialled in for dual-action polishers\u003c\/strong\u003e for an even, gentle pass.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003ch3\u003eGentle on delicate paint\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMicro Cut Soft Foam Pad \"Violett\"\u003c\/strong\u003e was built specifically for softly handling delicate paint. Its soft structure spreads the polish evenly without harming the paint. It's brilliant for removing holograms and light scratches and leaves a flawless finish behind. On tricky paint like sticky paint, the pad gives you spot-on control and flex.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eA perfect match with Micro Cut polishes\u003c\/h3\u003e \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 finishing and, together with the soft pad, get you the best results. The pad lets you go easy on the polish and leaves a streak-free finish with brilliant gloss.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eGentle finishing with dual-action polishers\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThanks to the rounded edges and 25 mm height, the pad hugs the surface perfectly and lets you work gently with dual-action polishers. The soft foam structure cuts the risk of buffer trails and gives you even results, even on demanding paint surfaces. The pad gives you maximum control and efficiency for detailers who want the very best finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKoch-Chemie Heavy Cut Foam Pad \"Rot\" — Polishing Pad (2024)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKoch-Chemie Heavy Cut Foam Pad \"Rot\"\u003c\/strong\u003e is the go-to choice for serious detailers who want to knock out deep scratches and heavy weathering fast. This heavily abrasive polishing pad is a perfect match for the \u003cstrong\u003eHeavy Cut H9.02 polish\u003c\/strong\u003e and brings plenty of cut for intensive paint correction. Thanks to the improved cell structure and the optimised compression hardness, the pad lasts an extremely long time and is especially suited to dual-action polishers. The 25 mm height and the rounded edges give you a precise, controlled pass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh abrasiveness\u003c\/strong\u003e for fast, effective paint correction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBetter durability\u003c\/strong\u003e thanks to optimised cell structure and compression hardness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for dual-action polishers\u003c\/strong\u003e and ideal paired with Heavy Cut H9.02.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaximum cut for intensive paint correction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKoch-Chemie Heavy Cut Foam Pad \"Rot\"\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers outstanding cut and is built specifically to clear deep scratches, heavy weathering and other serious paint damage. Paired with the \u003cstrong\u003eHeavy Cut H9.02 polish\u003c\/strong\u003e, the pad gets you fast results and a precise correction. The hard structure of the pad spreads the polish efficiently and gives you maximum cutting power to take out even stubborn damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBetter durability for longer sessions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to the optimised cell structure and compression hardness, the \u003cstrong\u003eHeavy Cut Foam Pad \"Rot\"\u003c\/strong\u003e is especially long-lasting. Even on heavy jobs the structure stays stable and keeps performance high. Thanks to the pad's better abrasion resistance, detailers can work longer on one pad without losing efficiency, which clearly improves the value for money.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDialled in for dual-action polishers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis polishing pad was built specifically for use with dual-action polishers. The rounded edges and 25 mm height mean the pad hugs every surface perfectly. It gives you maximum control and precision, even on uneven panels. That gets you even results without unwanted buffer trails and lets you get the correction work done faster and more efficiently.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Koch-Chemie","offers":[{"title":"Ø 150mm \/ 6\"","offer_id":49737622225231,"sku":"D1-KCX-9998312","price":17.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ø 126mm \/ 5\"","offer_id":49737622257999,"sku":"D1-KCX-9998311","price":13.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"76mm \/ 3\" diameter","offer_id":49737622389071,"sku":"D1-KCX-9998310","price":10.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ø 45mm \/ 1.7\"","offer_id":49737622618447,"sku":"D1-KCX-9998325","price":49.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/koch-chemie-polierpad-heavy-cut-foam-pad-rot-2024.png?v=1727245929"},{"product_id":"gyeon-q2m-rotary-eccentric-heavy-cut-polierpad","title":"Q²M Heavy Cut polishing pad (Rotary \/ Eccentric)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMaximum cutting power on the pad – GYEON Q²M Heavy Cut polishing pad\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat is the GYEON Q²M Heavy Cut polishing pad? The GYEON Q²M Heavy Cut polishing pad is a hard correction pad for rotary and DA machines – built for aggressive defect correction with Q²M Compound+ or other heavy-cut compounds at maximum cut.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you're chasing deep scratches, heavy swirls or badly oxidised paint, the pad matters just as much as the compound. The \u003cstrong\u003eGYEON Q²M Heavy Cut polishing pad\u003c\/strong\u003e is the most aggressive foam pad in the GYEON polishing line-up – a hard cell structure that pulls every bit of cut out of the compound and still delivers on hard paint or extreme defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHard foam cell structure for maximum compound activation.\u003c\/strong\u003e How hard the pad is decides how aggressively the abrasives in the compound work the paint. The Heavy Cut pad puts maximum pressure into the surface and breaks the abrasives down fully – the highest correction power you get out of a foam pad.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast compound release so you keep moving.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Q²M Heavy Cut pad takes compound up quickly and lays it down evenly on the panel. The open-cell structure stops the compound drying out in the pad, so the cut stays constant right through the set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRuns on both rotary and DA.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Q²M Heavy Cut pad works on both machine types – on the rotary you get the full cut for extreme defects, on the DA you keep serious correction with a lot more margin for error if you're not a veteran yet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote class=\"praxistipp\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay-to-day from Detailing1:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always start the Q²M Heavy Cut pad with a test spot somewhere out of sight – especially on soft paint (a lot of imports). Push the Heavy Cut pad too hard and you take off more clear than you meant to. Run speed 6–8 on the DA, 1000–1500 rpm on the rotary. After the correction step with Q²M Compound+ you finish with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-polish-finishing-lackpolitur\"\u003eQ²M Polish\u003c\/a\u003e and a soft pad, no shortcuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere the Heavy Cut pad earns its keep\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou grab the Q²M Heavy Cut pad when: deep scratches won't come out fully with a medium compound, the paint is oxidised and flat (cars that went years without any care), stubborn holograms from a bad earlier polish have to go, or a very hard paint (some BMW and Ferrari finishes) simply needs more bite. Heavy Cut pad + \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-compound-plus-redefined-heavy-cut-lackpolitur\"\u003eQ²M Compound+\u003c\/a\u003e is the combo for maximum correction – knowing full well that finishing with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-polish-finishing-lackpolitur\"\u003eQ²M Polish\u003c\/a\u003e + a soft pad always has to follow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe pad sequence for a full paint correction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn badly defected paint we run a three-step pad sequence: Heavy Cut pad + \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-compound-plus-redefined-heavy-cut-lackpolitur\"\u003eQ²M Compound+\u003c\/a\u003e for the heavy correction, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-cut-rotary-eccentric-polierpad\"\u003eCut pad\u003c\/a\u003e + \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-compound-medium-cut-lackpolitur\"\u003eQ²M Compound\u003c\/a\u003e to refine and pull out the holograms the Compound+ left behind, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-finish-rotary-eccentric-polierpad\"\u003eFinish pad\u003c\/a\u003e + \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-polish-finishing-lackpolitur\"\u003eQ²M Polish\u003c\/a\u003e for the final gloss. Before the coating: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-prep-entfetter-alkoholbasis\"\u003eQ²M Prep\u003c\/a\u003e as a last IPA wipe-down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLooking after the Heavy Cut pad\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Q²M Heavy Cut pad is a tough bit of kit that survives plenty of jobs if you look after it. After every polishing session, clean it with a pad brush under running water and rinse every last bit of compound out. Let it dry lying flat. Heavy cut pads normally last longer than softer ones, because the firmer structure doesn't collapse as fast. Still: the moment the pad stops cutting evenly or starts lifting off the backing, replace it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuying advice: the Q²M Heavy Cut pad for serious correction work\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GYEON Q²M Heavy Cut polishing pad is the tool of choice for keen detailers and pros working on extreme defects or badly neglected paint. As a complete pad set we'd grab: Q²M Heavy Cut + \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-cut-rotary-eccentric-polierpad\"\u003eCut\u003c\/a\u003e + \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-polish-rotary-eccentric-polierpad\"\u003ePolish\u003c\/a\u003e + \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-finish-rotary-eccentric-polierpad\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/a\u003e pad, paired with the GYEON polishing kit of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-compound-plus-redefined-heavy-cut-lackpolitur\"\u003eQ²M Compound+\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-compound-medium-cut-lackpolitur\"\u003eQ²M Compound\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-polish-finishing-lackpolitur\"\u003eQ²M Polish\u003c\/a\u003e for the best results.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GYEON","offers":[{"title":"Rotary \/ Ø 80 mm (2 pieces)","offer_id":57335256088911,"sku":"D1-GYEON-Q2MRHC80","price":16.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Rotary \/ Ø 145 mm (1 piece)","offer_id":57335260021071,"sku":"D1-GYEON-Q2MRHC145","price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Eccentric \/ Ø 80 mm (2 pieces)","offer_id":57337502204239,"sku":"D1-GYEON-Q2MEHC80","price":16.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Eccentric \/ Ø 145 mm (1 piece)","offer_id":57337502237007,"sku":"D1-GYEON-Q2MEHC146","price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/gyeon-q2m-heavy-cut-polierpad.png?v=1774633860"},{"product_id":"gyeon-q2m-cut-rotary-eccentric-polierpad","title":"Q²M Cut Polishing Pad (Rotary \/ Eccentric)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDefect correction with precision – GYEON Q²M Cut Polishing Pad\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat is the GYEON Q²M Cut Polishing Pad? The GYEON Q²M Cut Polishing Pad is a medium-firm pad for rotary and dual-action machines – built for the correction stage with medium-cut compounds, with even compound pick-up and controlled heat build-up so you can work precisely.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe pad matters as much to the end result as the compound itself. The \u003cstrong\u003eGYEON Q²M Cut Polishing Pad\u003c\/strong\u003e is built for the correction stage of paint work – to run with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-compound-medium-cut-lackpolitur\"\u003eQ²M Compound\u003c\/a\u003e (medium cut) on both dual-action and rotary machines. The medium-firm foam cell strikes the right balance between compound pick-up, heat build-up and cut, so your defect correction stays controlled and repeatable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium-firm foam cell that takes compound on and gives it back evenly.\u003c\/strong\u003e The foam structure of the Q²M Cut pad is dialled in for medium-cut compounds like Q²M Compound – the pad soaks the compound up evenly and releases it onto the paint in a controlled way, so the finish comes out uniform.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControlled heat build-up keeps the paint out of trouble.\u003c\/strong\u003e Too much heat while polishing can damage paint – especially soft paint or wrapped panels. The Q²M Cut pad is built so the heat stays in the safe zone, even when you push the machine settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJust as happy on a dual-action as on a rotary.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Q²M Cut Polishing Pad runs on both machine types – on the dual-action for safer, more forgiving passes, on the rotary when you want more cut. The pad holds its shape, so results stay consistent whichever machine you grab.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote class=\"praxistipp\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay-to-day from Detailing1:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prime the Q²M Cut pad before its first job with a small amount of compound (spread 3–4 drops across the pad and run it in on a piece of cardboard with no pressure). That loads the pad evenly and saves you a patchy first pass. Clean the pad regularly with a pad brush – a clogged pad loses a serious chunk of its cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePicking a pad in the GYEON polishing system: which pad for which job?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGYEON built its pads as one matched system. The \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-rotary-eccentric-heavy-cut-polierpad\"\u003eHeavy Cut pad\u003c\/a\u003e for heavy defects with Compound+, the Q²M Cut pad for medium defects with Q²M Compound, the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-polish-rotary-eccentric-polierpad\"\u003ePolish pad\u003c\/a\u003e for fine correction and the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-finish-rotary-eccentric-polierpad\"\u003eFinish pad\u003c\/a\u003e for the last pass and coating prep. On top of that come the lambswool pads for the rotary (\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-rotary-wool-heavy-cut-polierpad-lammfell-weiss\"\u003eHeavy Cut\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-rotary-wool-cut-polierpad-lammfell-grau\"\u003eCut\u003c\/a\u003e) when you want maximum cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePad care and how long a pad lasts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePolishing pads are wear parts, but treat them right and they last a lot longer. After every polishing session, clean the pad with a pad brush or a pad washer – compound left sitting in the foam kills your cut and can put scratches back in. The Q²M Cut pad cleans up gently with water and mild soap, and once it is dry it goes straight back to work. A clean pad always beats an old, saturated one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat to pair it with: Q²M Cut pad and compound\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe go-to combo for medium defect correction: Q²M Cut pad + \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-compound-medium-cut-lackpolitur\"\u003eQ²M Compound\u003c\/a\u003e on the dual-action (speed 5–7) or the rotary (1200–1500 rpm). That pairing pulls out everyday swirls, wash marks and light holograms in a single pass. For the finishing step after it: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-finish-rotary-eccentric-polierpad\"\u003eQ²M Finish pad\u003c\/a\u003e + \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-polish-finishing-lackpolitur\"\u003eQ²M Polish\u003c\/a\u003e for the final depth of gloss. The matched system gets you professional results you can repeat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Q²M Cut pad on different types of car\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Q²M Cut pad works on every automotive paint – from soft import clearcoats to hard German premium paint. On soft paint: lower speed and less pressure. On hard paint: crank the speed up and you can lean on the pad more. With very soft paint or on a hot day, keep checking that the panel is not overheating. The pad itself is tough and lasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it is for: the Q²M Cut pad for correction work\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GYEON Q²M Cut Polishing Pad is the one you reach for at the correction step of any proper paint job. If you are starting out, run it on the dual-action – safe, forgiving and still effective. As a complete polishing kit: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-rotary-eccentric-heavy-cut-polierpad\"\u003eHeavy Cut pad\u003c\/a\u003e + Q²M Cut pad + \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-polish-rotary-eccentric-polierpad\"\u003ePolish pad\u003c\/a\u003e + \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-finish-rotary-eccentric-polierpad\"\u003eFinish pad\u003c\/a\u003e – together with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-compound-plus-redefined-heavy-cut-lackpolitur\"\u003eQ²M Compound+\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-compound-medium-cut-lackpolitur\"\u003eQ²M Compound\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gyeon-q2m-polish-finishing-lackpolitur\"\u003eQ²M Polish\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GYEON","offers":[{"title":"Rotary \/ Ø 80 mm (2 pieces)","offer_id":57335257596239,"sku":"D1-GYEON-Q2MRC80","price":16.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Rotary \/ Ø 145 mm (1 piece)","offer_id":57335260938575,"sku":"D1-GYEON-Q2MRC145","price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Eccentric \/ Ø 80 mm (2 pieces)","offer_id":57337615843663,"sku":"D1-GYEON-Q2MEC80","price":16.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Eccentric \/ Ø 145 mm (1 piece)","offer_id":57337615876431,"sku":"D1-GYEON-Q2MEC145","price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/gyeon-q2m-cut-rotary-eccentric-polierpad.png?v=1774636477"},{"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-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":"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"}],"url":"https:\/\/detailing1.it\/en\/collections\/mittlere-pads-cutting-pads-aus-schaumstoff.oembed","provider":"Detailing1","version":"1.0","type":"link"}