3M Paste Rubbing Compound, 05983, 1 gal, 4 per case

• Adds range to Perfect-It Paint Finishing system compounding stage
• Buffs to high gloss for consistently professional results
• Medium cutting capability is suitable for paint and clear coat
• Paste compound specially designed for removing fine grit sanding scratches
• Produces minimal swirl marks, reducing finishing work

3M Paste Rubbing Compound is specially designed to remove fine 1200, 1500 and 2000 grit sanding scratches in a wide range of automotive paint including clear coat. This compound for collision repair adds a fast cutting option to a complete paint finishing system, created for deeper colors and glossier finishes. Use with either a wool or foam compounding pad. The Finer Points of Compounding: Part of our Paint Finishing System, 3M Paste Rubbing Compound is designed for removing fine scratches left during the color sanding process with minimal compound swirl marks. This fast cutting paste applies easily with a polisher and a 3M compounding pad. This paste rubbing compound removes 1200, 1500 and 2000 grit sand scratches on automotive clear coats for a professional high gloss finish. For the fastest cut, use a wool pad like 3M Wool Compounding Pad PN05711. For a finer finish, use a foam pad like 3MFoam Compounding Pad PN05723. Paint Finishing System: 3M system to produce showroom grade finishes with deep color and rich gloss. The system uses a progressive series of abrasives, buffing pads, and proprietary polishes across the repair. The stages consist of sanding, scratch refinement, compounding, machine polishing, and swirl elimination. The level of work and stages needed for paint repair depend on the severity of the paint imperfection and 3M provides an effective solution for any level of clear coat and paint repair. Better Science Toward the Perfect Finish: 3M Paste Rubbing Compound expands the range of what's possible when paint finishing in collision repair. Its non-gritty, fast cutting capability and its paste consistency make it ideal during the critical compounding stages of auto paint repair and restoration. 3M Paste Rubbing Compound reduces time and saves you money. It's another way that 3M helps you strive toward the perfect finish in your collision repair operation.

Trusted 3M Paste Compound

The 3M Paste Rubbing Compound, model 05983, is a reliable choice for automotive paint finishing. This 1 gallon paste is designed to deliver consistent, professional results in the compounding stage of paint repair.

Its formulation works well within the 3M Perfect-It Paint Finishing system, ensuring a smooth process and high gloss finish. The 4 per case pack count makes it convenient for busy shops needing multiple units on hand.

Effective Medium Cutting

This paste compound offers medium cutting capability, ideal for both paint and clear coat surfaces. It efficiently removes fine sanding scratches from 1200, 1500, and 2000 grit abrasives, improving surface smoothness.

Using this 1 gallon format, technicians can handle a range of repair jobs with ease. The medium cut strength balances fast scratch removal with minimal surface damage.

Minimizes Swirl Marks

3M Paste Rubbing Compound is specially formulated to produce minimal swirl marks, reducing the need for extra finishing work. This helps save time and effort during the paint restoration process.

The paste consistency allows easy application with either wool or foam compounding pads, supporting a cleaner, more efficient workflow in collision repair.

High Gloss Finish

This rubbing compound buffs to a high gloss, enhancing the depth and richness of automotive paint colors. The 1 gallon size supports multiple uses while maintaining consistent quality.

It’s part of the 3M Paint Finishing System, which combines abrasives, pads, and polishes to achieve showroom-grade finishes. This compound is a key step for achieving that professional shine.

Convenient Case Packaging

The product comes in a pack of 4 per case, making it easy to stock and manage inventory. Each unit contains 1 gallon of paste rubbing compound, suitable for various repair demands.

This packaging supports busy collision repair shops by providing enough product for multiple jobs without frequent reordering, ensuring smooth operation and readiness.