Description
Description
RUPES D-A Foam Polishing Pad Intermediate
The RUPES D-A INTERMEDIATE Foam Pad expands the RUPES D-A Series foam pad lineup by sitting between the D-A FINE (yellow) pad and the D-A COARSE (blue) pad. It is positioned as the most versatile foam pad in the BigFoot range and can be used with multiple RUPES compounds for cutting, polishing, and finishing workflows.
Key Benefits
- Positioned between D-A FINE (yellow) and D-A COARSE (blue) for a true “middle step” pad.
- Most versatile foam pad in the RUPES BigFoot range.
- Can be used with multiple compounds: D-A COARSE, D-A FINE, UNO ADVANCED, and UNO PROTECT.
- Designed to be used with dual action polishers.
Recommended Compound Pairings (What You Can Achieve)
| Compound Pairing | Result / Use Case |
|---|---|
| RUPES D-A COARSE (blue compound) | Provides the polishing power to remove severe defects from a wide variety of painted and solid surfaces. |
| RUPES D-A FINE (yellow polishing compound) | Removes moderate-to-fine defects and creates a high-gloss finish. |
| UNO PROTECT or UNO ADVANCED | Shines for final polishing and creating a durable layer of protection. |
How to Use
- Select the correct pad size for your backing plate (see sizes below).
- Choose your compound based on your goal: cut (D-A COARSE), polish (D-A FINE), or finish/protect (UNO).
- Work one section at a time with controlled, overlapping passes.
- Inspect results and adjust product choice or technique as needed.
Available Sizes & Product Codes
| Product Code | Size | Compatibility Note |
|---|---|---|
| 9DA40B | 40 mm | Use with all dual action polishers |
| 9.DA70B | 70 mm | Use with all dual action polishers |
| 9.DA100B | 80/100 mm | Use with all dual action polishers |
| 9.DA150B | 130/150 mm | Use with all dual action polishers |
| 9.DA180B | 160/180 mm | Use with all dual action polishers |
Best For
- Technicians who want one foam pad to cover a wide range of correction and finishing scenarios.
- Switching between cutting, polishing, and final polishing/protection by changing compounds.
- RUPES BigFoot dual action polishing workflows.
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