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3M Compounds & Polishesfor Collision Repair

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Get the most from your compounds and polishes - A system designed to make automotive paint finishing easier and more efficient

This professional-grade system includes a 3M-branded polisher, compounding and polishing liquids, and color-coded matching buffing and polishing pads engineered to perform with the tool.

Easy to control, whether you are a novice or a professional

3M products for paint finishing helps shops restore a vehicle to the way it looked when if left the showroom. Now, we've turned one of the most-feared steps in automotive repair into one that any technician can master on their first go.

Introducing the 3M™ Perfect-It™ Random Orbital Polishing System - a professional-grade set of tools, pads and polishes - typically used in detailing shops, re-engineered for the collision repair industry. This unconventional but welcomed change allows you to get a show car shine with less worry about defects. It's paint finishing redefined.

1. 3M Perfect-It Random Orbital Polisher | Random orbital polisher with user-friendly, comfortable design

2. 3M Perfect-It Random Orbital Polish | Delivers high-gloss, haze and swirl-free finish with easy clean up

3. 3M Perfect-It Random Orbital Compound | Fast cutting compound; works great on fresh and curred paints

4. 3M Perfect-It Random Orbital Pads | Family of 5- and 6-inch wool and foam pads for both the compounds and polishing stages

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Explore the individual products used in this system

3M™ Perfect-It™ Random Orbital Polisher

REFINISHING, REDEFINED: The circular and oscillating motion of the 3M™ Perfect-It™ Random Orbital Polisher, paired with our matched compound, polish and pads, doesn't create the dreaded swirl marks common with traditional rotary tools.
3M™ Perfect-It™ Random Orbital Compound

FAST-CUTTING: 3M™ Perfect-It™ Random Orbital Compound quickly removes 3000 grade and finer sanding marks without adding swirl marks - making your polishing step easier
3M™ Perfect-It™ Random Orbital Polish

EASY-TO-USE: 3M™ Perfect-It™ Random Orbital Polish delivers a high-gloss finish for technicians of any skill level in collision and professional detailing shops when used as part of the 3M™ Perfect-It™ Random Orbital Polishing System.
3M™ Perfect It™ Random Orbital Wool Compounding Pad

CONSISTENT RESULTS: Experience a virtually defect-free finish with no fear of burn through on your freshly painted panels. Designed for no trips back to the booth, no disruptions in cycle time and no loss of confidence on the job.
3M™ Perfect It™ Random Orbital Foam Compounding Pad

3M™ Perfect-It™ Random Orbital Foam Compounding Pad is designed for paint finishing and detailing professionals of all skill levels who want to achieve a high-quality finish without wool pad lint.
3M™ Perfect It™ Random Orbital Foam Polishing Pad

Stop fighting swirls and haze - spend your polishing time perfecting the shine with the help of the 3M™ Perfect-It™ Random Orbital Foam Polishing Pad.

Additional systems for car polishing and finishing

Reduce scratch removal up to 25% | 3M™ Perfect-It™ EX System

3M™ Perfect-It™ EX AC Rubbing Compound is the best-performing 3M rubbing compound for removing P1200+ sand scratches and surface defects before polishing, even on the latest clear coats. It is formulated to perform in all conditions, including high heat and humidity, without sticking to panels or leaving film residue. It delivers a longer working time, yet still reduces sling for easier cleanup.

Use the 3M™ Perfect-It™ EX System for optimal performance every time. Unique formulas quickly remove scratches and other surface defects. Additional wet time
with these products allow technicians to use less material and easy clean up helps reduce process time.
Reduce polishing time by up to 75% | 3M™ Trizact™ Abrasives
3M™ Trizact™ Abrasives used in paint defect removal and refinement help reduce compounding and buffing time. They consist of precisely-shaped three-dimensional pyramids distributed uniformly over the surface of the disc. As these pyramids wear, fresh, sharp mineral is constantly exposed to the workpiece, resulting in faster, more consistent performance cutting throughout the life of the discs.

3M™ Trizact™ Hook-It™ Foam Abrasive Discs are available in three grades:

Resources

3M™ Random Orbital Polishing Brochure

Download Brochure (PDF, 3.8 MB)
3M™ Random Orbital Polishing Pad Technical Data Sheet

Download Technical Data Sheet (PDF, 691 KB)
3M™ Random Orbital Polishing Procedure

Download SOP (PDF, 207 KB)
Paint Finishing System Comparison Chart

Download Comparison Chart (PDF, 540 KB)

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3M™ Metal Restorer and Polish, 09019, 18 oz Paste

3M™ Metal Restorer and Polish, 09019, 18 oz Paste, 6 per case

3M Stock

7000000616

Previous 3M Stock

60980035525

UPC

00051131090194

Alternative ID

00901

3M™ Finesse-it™ Marine Paste Compound, 06039, 1 gal

3M™ Finesse-it™ Marine Paste Compound, 06039, 1 gal, 4 per case

3M Stock

7100066061

UPC

00051131060395

Alternative ID

06039

3M™ Finesse-it™ Foam Buffing Pads

3M™ Finesse-it™ Foam Buffing Pad

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3M™ Perfect-It™ 1-Step Foam Finishing Pads, 33033, 33034, 33035, 33036, 33037, 33042

3M™ Perfect-It™ 1-Step Foam Finishing Pad

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3M(TM) Finesse-It(TM) Natural Buffing Pad Part No. 81470 and 81471 10 pads per bag 50 pads per case

3M™ Finesse-it™ Natural Buffing Pad

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A 3M™ Perfect-It™ Random Orbital Wool Pads

3M™ Perfect-It™ Random Orbital Wool Compounding Pad

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3M(TM) Perfect-It(TM) Foam Polishing Pad, 05707, 8 inch, 6 per case

3M™ Perfect-It™ Foam Polishing Pad

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3M™ Finesse-it™ Polish Standard Series, Finishing Material 140

3M™ Finesse-it™ Polish - Standard Series 100 - Finishing Material

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3M(TM) Perfect-It(TM) Foam Compound Pad, 05706, 9 inch, 6 per case

3M™ Perfect-It™ Foam Compounding Pad

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3M™ Perfect-It™ Random Orbital Polish, USAC and MX Product Family

3M™ Perfect-It™ Random Orbital Polish

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3M™ Perfect-It™ Gelcoat Compound + Polish Family Shot

3M™ Perfect-It™ Gelcoat Compound + Polish

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A 3M™ Perfect-It™ Random Orbital Compound Family Shot

3M™ Perfect-It™ Random Orbital Compound

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3M(TM) Perfect-It(TM) Ultrafine Foam Polishing Pad, 33286, 6 inch, 6 per case3M(TM) Perfect-It(TM) Ultrafine Foam Polishing Pad, 05708, 8 inch, 6 per case

3M™ Perfect-It™ Ultrafine Polishing Pad

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3M(TM) Perfect-It(TM) Wool Compounding Pad, 05753, 9 in, 6 per case Revised image 10/28/09

3M™ Wool Compounding Pad

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3M™ Hand Glaze, 05990, Quart. Non-silicone, non-wax hand glaze. It is used by hand to refine and fill swirl marks after machine polishing. This product has been formulated to work on all colors and can be painted over., 60455071567

3M™ Hand Glaze

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3M™ Finesse-it™ Knit Buffing Pad

3M™ Finesse-it™ Knit Buffing Pad

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3M™ Perfect-It™ Gelcoat Heavy Cutting Compound, 36102, Quart

3M™ Perfect-It™ Gelcoat Heavy Cutting Compound

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A 3M™ Perfect-It™ Random Orbital Fine Foam Polishing Pad - 6"/150 mm

3M™ Perfect-It™ Random Orbital Foam Polishing Pad

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A 3M™ Perfect-It™ Random Orbital Coarse Foam Pads

3M™ Perfect-It™ Random Orbital Foam Compounding Pad

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3M™ Finesse-it™ Polish Premium Series

3M™ Finesse-it™ Polish - Premium Series 300

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3M(tm) Perfect-It 1-Step Finishing Material Family

3M™ Perfect-It™ 1-Step Finishing Material

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3M™ Perfect-It™ EX AC Rubbing Compound Family shot, picturing 8oz, quart, and gallon sizes

3M™ Perfect-It™ EX AC Rubbing Compound

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3M™ Finesse-it™ Felt Buffing Pads

3M™ Finesse-it™ Felt Buffing Pad

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3M(TM) Perfect-It(TM) Wool Compounding Pad, 05753, 9 in, 6 per case Revised image 10/28/09

3M™ Perfect-It™ Wool Compounding Pad

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3M(TM) Finesse-It(TM) II Finishing Material (Machine Polish) PN 39003

3M™ Finesse-it™ II Machine Polish

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3M(TM) Rubbing Compound, Quart and Gallon, 05973, 05974

3M™ Rubbing Compound

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3M™ Perfect-It™ Gelcoat Medium Cutting Compound + Wax, 36106, Quart (946 mL),

3M™ Perfect-It™ Gelcoat Medium Cutting Compound + Wax

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Perfect-It™ EX Machine Polish, 8 oz, Qt, Gal, 06093, 06094, 06095

3M™ Perfect-It™ EX Machine Polish

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3M™ Perfect-It™ Gelcoat Light Cutting Polish + Wax, 36110, Quart

3M™ Perfect-It™ Gelcoat Light Cutting Polish + Wax

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Prep gel that is designed to clean, degrease and abrade automotive surfaces prior to painting.

3M™ Scuff-It™ Paint Prep Gel, 06013, 24.7 oz, 6 per case

3M Stock

B40072358

UPC

00051131060135

3M(TM) Perfect-It(TM) Low Linting Wool Pad, 33279,

3M™ Perfect-It™ Low Linting Wool Compounding Pad, 33279, 9 in, 6 per case

3M Stock

B40067401

UPC

00051131332799

High Performance Double Sided Yellow Blended Wool Polishing Pad. Removes compound swirl marks and fine paint surface defects. For use with 3M(TM) Machine Polishes and 3M(TM) Quick Release Adaptor, PN 05752. Proven performer.

3M™ Perfect-It™ Wool Polishing Pad, 05754, 9 in, 6 per case

3M Stock

B40067386

UPC

00051131057548

3M Perfect-It(TM) Wool Polishing Pad, 05754, 9 inch, 6 per case

3M™ Wool Polishing Pad, 05705, 9 in, Double Sided, 6 per case

3M Stock

B40067377

UPC

00051131057050

3M(TM) Perfect-It(TM) Hookit(TM) Foam Polishing Pad, PN 05726 Revised image 03/20/10

3M™ Perfect-it™ Hookit™ Foam Polishing Pad 05727, Waffle Face, 5 1/4 in, 12/Carton, 48 ea/Case

3M Stock

B40067402

UPC

00051131057272

3M™ Perfect-It™ Boat Wax, 36112, Pint (473 mL)

3M™ Perfect-It™ Boat Wax, 36113, 1 qt (32 fl oz/946 mL), 6 per case

3M Stock

B40066668

UPC

00051131361133

3M™ Perfect-it™ ll Wool Compounding Pad 01927, 5-1/4 in

3M™ Perfect-it™ ll Wool Compounding Pad, 1927, 5-1/4 in, 2/Carton, 10 ea/Case

3M Stock

B40067404

UPC

00051111510438

3M(TM) Foam Compounding Pad, 05723, 8 in, 12 per case

3M™ Foam Compounding Pad, 05723, Single Sided, Flat Back, 8 in (203.2 mm), 2 pads per bag, 12 bags per case

3M Stock

B40067385

UPC

00051131057234

3M(TM) Detail Polish 208_ 38116

3M™ Detail Polish 208, 38116, 1 Gallon (US), 4 per case

3M Stock

B40065609

UPC

00051131395169

Alternative ID

208

3M(TM) Mag and Aluminum Polish 39529

3M™ Mag and Aluminum Polish, 39529, 10 oz, 6 per case

3M Stock

B40065575

UPC

00051131395299

3M(TM) Perfect-It(TM) Extra Cut Rubbing Compound, PN 06060, PN 06061.

3M™ Extra Cut Rubbing Compound, 06061, 1 gal, 4 per case

3M Stock

B40065566

UPC

00051131060616

3M(TM) Perfect-It(TM) II Rubbing Compound, PN 05983

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

3M Stock

B40065628

UPC

00051131059832

3M™ Marine High Gloss Gelcoat Compound, 06025, 1 gal. Best results are obtained when used with a 3M™ Superbuff™ Pad (PN 05700) or 3M™ Hookit™ Compounding Pad (PN 05711) on a slow-speed polisher (1500-2500 RPM). Follow with 3M™ Marine Finesse-It™ II Finishing Material (PN 09048) for a clean and high-gloss finish., 60430050553

3M™ Marine High Gloss Gelcoat Compound, 06026, pail (50 lb), 1 each

3M Stock

B40065583

UPC

00051131060265

3M™ Detail Compound 308, 38105, 1 Gallon, 4 per case

3M™ Detail Compound 308, 38105, 1 Gallon, 4 per case

3M Stock

7100109591

Previous 3M Stock

60455069405

UPC

00051131381056

Alternative ID

308

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3M™ Foam Ultrafine foam Polishing Pad, 05751, Single Sided, Flat Back, 8 in (203.2 mm), 2 pads per bag, 12 bags per case

3M Stock

B40067397

UPC

00051131057517

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3M™ Machine Polish, 05996, 1 qt (32 fl oz/946 mL), 6 per case

3M Stock

B40065578

UPC

00051131059962