3M 7100145348 Wool Buffing Backing Pad 9 in Quick Connect

Product Description

The 3M 7100145348 is a 9-inch diameter wool buffing backing pad designed for use with rotary and random orbital polishing systems. Built from wool material and finished in yellow for easy identification, this pad connects via a quick connect attachment, allowing fast tool changes without threaded fasteners. It is suited for surface preparation, compounding, and polishing tasks on automotive, marine, and industrial surfaces. Technicians and detailers who need a reliable, fast-change wool pad for high-cut buffing operations will find this pad a straightforward fit for their workflow.

This pad is appropriate for professional detailing, body shop, and industrial surface finishing applications. The quick connect system makes it compatible with polishing pad connectors, reducing downtime between pad changes. At 9 inches in diameter, it covers a broad surface area, making it efficient for larger panels and flat surfaces. It is sold individually and is well suited for shops and mobile detailers who require consistent, repeatable results on compounding or finishing passes.

Key Features

• 9-inch diameter wool construction provides aggressive cut for compounding and buffing
• Quick connect attachment enables fast, tool-free pad swaps
• Yellow color allows easy pad-type identification in a multi-pad workflow
• Single-unit packaging allows precise inventory control for shop or field use
• Compatible with standard polishing pad connector systems

Compatibility

Designed for use with polishing pad connector systems that accept a quick connect attachment style. No specific model or system compatibility was stated in the product data.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by detailing professionals, body shop technicians, or industrial finishing crews. Ensure the polishing tool is powered off and unplugged before attaching or removing the pad. Align the quick connect fitting properly before engaging to avoid wear on the connector. Inspect the pad for tears or uneven wear before each use and replace if backing integrity is compromised.