3M Perfect-It Foam Polishing Pad, 30042, 4 in, Single Sided, 2 pads per bag, 6 bags per case

• 4” diameter is excellent for polishing in tight spaces or small areas after compounding
• Fits all 3" Hookit back-up pads
• Hookit attachment makes for fast change-outs
• Ideal for surface polishing after compounding
• Part of the 3M Perfect-It Paint Finishing System for showroom finishes
• Reverse taper protects backing pad edge, helping reduce damage to finish
• Single-sided foam pads work with variety of polishers
• Specially designed foam face holds polish, prevents slinging for faster, cleaner results

The 3M Perfect-It Foam Polishing Pad helps refine compounding swirls on automotive paint finishes. Single-sided pad features a 4-in. diameter for control and access in small areas or tight spaces. A specially designed foam pad face holds polish and helps prevent slinging. Pads feature insets for easy centering on rotary polishers, and Hookit hook-and-loop attachment for easy pad change-outs.

A Specially Designed Pad for Polishing Auto Body Panels
When used with 3M™ EX Machine Polish, our 3M™ Perfect-It™ Foam Polishing Pad is engineered to deliver a refined cut that eliminates compounding swirls and small paint surface defects after compounding in collision repair. Its foam construction makes for consistent contact with the automotive surface, and its specially designed face holds the polish and helps prevent slinging to save material waste and cleanup time. A reverse taper protects the edge of the backing pad, helping reduce the chance of damage to the automotive finish. This pad leaves a high-gloss surface ready for final finishing.

Another Perfect-It™ Top Performer
We developed these foam pads as part of our Perfect-It™ Paint Finishing System to keep pace with evolving paint and clear coat technologies. Foam polishing pads are generally less aggressive and produce a finer finish than wool and foam compounding pads, ideal for the critical polishing steps of paint refinishing. 3M™ Perfect-It™ Foam Polishing Pads are best used in conjunction with Perfect-It™ EX Machine Polish and attach quickly to rotary polishers. 3M recommends using these pads with 3M™ Buffer, Pistol Grip, 3 Inch, PN28354.

The 3M™ Perfect-It™ Brand: 3M’s Highest-Quality Solution for Finishing Coated Surfaces
Our Perfect-It brand represents a complete range of solutions designed for busy shops to achieve perfect defect-free finishes, every time, in as little time as possible. Perfect-It brand products have been developed according to a step-by-step system – there’s no need to create your own processes to get the best finish. Premium product performance means shorter process times at every step. You use less material, and you have less material to clean up. In all, our Perfect-It brand products let you complete more jobs in the same amount of time. You get better throughput, the finest and most consistent finishes, and increased customer satisfaction with every job.

Single-Sided Foam Pads and Our Hookit™ Attachment System
The Hookit™ attachment system has a hook-and-loop feature which makes attachment, removal, and re-attachment clean and easy. It also facilitates use and re-use of the Perfect-It™ pad for maximum product life. Hookit™ sheets have a brushed nylon loop backing of the type most commonly used in everyday hook-and-loop applications. The 3M™ Perfect-It™ Foam Polishing Pad features hooks which grip the brushed nylon loop backing of your Hookit™ backup pad. It’s simple: just attach the pad and start compounding. The pad removes just as cleanly and easily. The Hookit™ system is designed for work spaces and applications where adhesive backed abrasives may become contaminated by dust, dirt or debris.

3M Perfect-It Model

The 3M Perfect-It Foam Polishing Pad, model 30042, is designed for professional automotive finishing. This pad is part of the trusted 3M Perfect-It Paint Finishing System, ensuring consistent, high-quality results every time.

Its single-sided foam construction works well with various polishers, making it a versatile choice for collision repair shops aiming for showroom finishes. The model 30042 is engineered to refine compounding swirls and small paint defects efficiently.

Four Inch Diameter

The pad features a 4-inch diameter, ideal for polishing tight spaces or small areas after compounding. This size offers excellent control and access, especially in detailed automotive body panel work.

Its compact size fits all 3" Hookit back-up pads, allowing for precise polishing in areas where larger pads might be cumbersome. This dimension supports detailed finishing without sacrificing coverage.

Single Sided Format

This product comes in a single-sided foam pad format, which holds polish effectively and prevents slinging for cleaner, faster results. The foam face is specially designed to maintain polish on the surface during use.

Single-sided pads also work seamlessly with a variety of polishers, making them a flexible option for different polishing tasks. This format supports efficient material use and reduces cleanup time.

Hookit Attachment System

The 3M Perfect-It Foam Polishing Pad uses the Hookit hook-and-loop attachment system for quick and easy pad changes. This system ensures the pad stays securely in place during polishing while allowing fast removal.

Hookit attachment also helps extend pad life by enabling clean removal and reattachment. It’s designed to work well in dusty or dirty environments where adhesive-backed pads might fail.

Pack Size Convenience

Each bag contains 2 pads, and the case includes 6 bags, totaling 12 pads per case. This pack size supports busy shops needing a reliable supply of polishing pads for multiple jobs.

Having multiple pads on hand helps maintain workflow without frequent reordering. The 4-inch pads in this pack size are ready to use with compatible 3" Hookit back-up pads for efficient polishing.