Basic Question on the Size of Pads

[cptzippy]

Ok, so this may be a very Noob question but here goes. For my PC DA polisher (the older model - 7336?), how does the size of the pads make a difference if any. I notice the paradise pads I have in 6.5 inches are now available in 4 inch sizes in the same materials/colors. Now, in reading here, it has struck me that some seem to indicate that a smaller pad may be more aggressive? Can someone explain to me if this is true or how that works?



TIA

Tony

[a.k.a. Patrick]

Just basic physics cpt. Smaller surface area, less fatigue on the machine, and a more well distributed weight/pressure on pad. Concentrated work area allows for quicker abrasive break down.

[cptzippy]

That`s sort of what I was thinking. Is there an area where my larger pads have an advantage - maybe glaze or LSP application?

[Accumulator]

That`s sort of what I was thinking. Is there an area where my larger pads have an advantage - maybe glaze or LSP application?

Yeah, for jobs like those where you`re not trying to effect abrasion the larger pads will work fine and will cover more ground faster (just don`t press down too hard or the machine will merely "jiggle").



Sorry to say, I don`t see much use for your larger aggressive pads, they simply don`t work well on the PC IME (as I believe I noted in another recent thread were were on).



The 4" ones simply *work* and you actually have to be a little careful. People here that I respect claim to get good results with 5.5" orange pads too, at least with products like M105.