Abrasives Micro Film Disc

Using microreplication technology, the Abrasives Micro Film Disc is designed to help with final finishing and defect repair prior to buffing and polishing on a variety of coating substrates. In automotive workshops or spaces where coating repairs are common, this is a great abrasive to have on hand.

We choose silicon carbide, a very sharp synthetic mineral, for this abrasive. Silicon carbide is commonly used for low-pressure applications such as paint prep. While it breaks down faster than aluminum oxide, it produces a fine finish that's desirable when prepping surfaces for topcoats, without too much aggressive scratching. The backing is a flexible, waterproof 3-mil film backing that provides smooth operation and durability and can conform to the shape of contoured parts for consistent finishing.

The sanding discs conveniently attach to a hook-and-loop backup disc pad, can be removed cleanly and easily, and can be reused again and again for the extent of the abrasive life. Hook and Loop Disc Pads have small plastic hooks that attach to loops on the back of the abrasive. Small tufts of fiber are pulled through the scrim on the abrasive to create loops which, subsequently, attach to the hooks. The hook-and-loop feature makes disc attachment, removal, and re-attachment easy and facilitates the use and re-use of the disc for the extent of the abrasive life.

The attachment of Hook and Loop Disc Pads acts like a cushion, providing some shock absorption and buoyancy, especially when compared to other attachment styles and holder pads. Hook and Loop Disc Pads are great for workspaces where adhesive-backed discs may become contaminated by dust or dirt and are often used in applications where an adhesive-backed disc may be too aggressive.

Abrasives revitalize light dimensioning and finishing work by reducing processing steps, increasing throughput, and creating consistency. During microreplication, small three-dimensional structures resembling pyramids have adhered to a backing. These "pyramids" contain layers of minerals, and they begin to break down after repeated use, continually exposing fresh minerals.

The cycle of mineral renewal sustains the abrasive's sharpness. Ongoing sharp-cutting action reduces the need to swap out the abrasive, contributing to higher throughput and increased productivity.