Hawkwrench Posted June 23, 2021 Share Posted June 23, 2021 I'm looking for a set of flexible sanding pads as I don't have any to use. What brand does everyone use? Tim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSP_Kevin Posted June 23, 2021 Share Posted June 23, 2021 I've recently started using one from 3M, and really like it. It's only good for very light sanding, however, as it's not very aggressive at all. Really handing for polishing out rough paint, etc. I also use the spongey sanding sticks from Flory, which are great for avoiding flat spots on fuselage spines, etc. Kev Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Citadelgrad Posted June 23, 2021 Share Posted June 23, 2021 I bought a set of graded sanding pads, i entered micromesh into the ebay search bar and got about 10 or 12 pads ranging from pretty coarse to 20,000 or some crazy number. Used in order, they make short work of defects, and leave no trace of any scratches. they are pretty small, though, about 2x2 inches. Woody V 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawkwrench Posted June 23, 2021 Author Share Posted June 23, 2021 I need them to sand down some fingerprints I made in some Apoxie sculpt the other night. I'll have to look them up on Ebay! Tim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leitch Posted June 26, 2021 Share Posted June 26, 2021 Always use Flory's, never tried any other. His covers most jobs, and can be bought in a starter set so you can figure the ones you like. Andy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawkwrench Posted June 26, 2021 Author Share Posted June 26, 2021 Thanks guys for the posts. I appreciate the help! Tim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawkwrench Posted June 26, 2021 Author Share Posted June 26, 2021 Found this set on Amazon. Are the grits selection good enough for modeling? Tim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leitch Posted June 26, 2021 Share Posted June 26, 2021 All of those are more for polishing, you are wanting something more like 350 to 800 for general sanding, higher the number smoother the grit. Andy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helmsman Posted June 26, 2021 Share Posted June 26, 2021 I make my own sticks using mounting tape sold almost on every corner. Little Ronsonol to remove old tape, stick new one and cut to shape. Any sandpaper 400 to 2000 can be used. As for sponges, car parts (Autozone, Advance auto parts etc.) stores sell them up to 2000 grit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Citadelgrad Posted June 26, 2021 Share Posted June 26, 2021 2 hours ago, Hawkwrench said: Found this set on Amazon. Are the grits selection good enough for modeling? Tim That's exactly what I bought. If it's a big nub like a sprue connector, I do use a coarse sanding stick and then immediately move to to pads to leave it smooth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob MDC Posted June 26, 2021 Share Posted June 26, 2021 Try these from 3M lots of grades and you can wash them out when clogged and you cut them to any shape you want. https://tools-paint.com/3m-scotch-brite-handpads-155-x-225mm-packs-of-10-15190-p.asp Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scvrobeson Posted June 27, 2021 Share Posted June 27, 2021 I've switched over to the Tamiya sanding sponges, they're a lifesaver. Especially since they come in a sheet, so you can cut them exactly to the size you need. Matt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawkwrench Posted June 28, 2021 Author Share Posted June 28, 2021 Grabbed me some Flory's!!! Tim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eHack Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 Festool makes sponge backed sanding pads in a variety of grits, from 120 up to polishing grade, that run under a $1 a sheet. https://www.festoolusa.com/products/sanding-and-brushing/hand-sanding-blocks-and-abrasives Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eHack Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 Woodworking and finishing shops will carry these pads for individual sales instead of the full rolls Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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