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3M 36060 Perfect-It EX Rubbing Compound 3M Perfect-It EX Paint Finishing Standard Operating ProcessView larger 3M Perfect-It EX Rubbing Compound 3M Perfect-It EX Rubbing Compound produces a professional-quality auto finish with deeper, more vibrant colors and more lustrous gloss. Setting a new standard in this automotive product category, this one-step compound delivers fast-cutting action that saves time and effort in auto paint restoration. Unlike gritty compounds that can leave swirls, it combines innovative chemical ingredients with high-performance liquid technology to create a rubbing compound that cuts, handles, and cleans up better than any similar product in this category. It will quickly remove scratches from car paint finishes. The letters “EX” were placed in the name for good reason. This compound delivers EXTRA performance that exceeds expectations. “EX” stands for extra cutting capacity, EXTRA easy handling, and EXTREMELY easy clean up. This professional grade auto compound also performs better in EXTREME conditions, helping to protect and preserve the finish of the automobile. Today’s hard, low VOC paints often pose a problem because they are resistant to correcting paint imperfections, and ordinary compounds are commonly ineffective on these hard surfaces. But by combining minerals and chemicals in a unique formulation, 3M Perfect-It EX Rubbing Compound is effective at correcting imperfections without harsh abrasive that can cause surface damage. Compounding is an important step in revitalizing the appearance of a car Compounding is the process of using abrasive compounds to remove the surface layer of scratched or dulled paint. This process is completed prior to polishing or waxing the vehicle. Compounding strips away the top layer of oxidized paint, while also leveling and smoothing the paint layer that remains. Cars with scratches, sandpaper grit markings (anywhere from 1,200 to 2,000 grit), spots, discoloration, and other surface blemishes may benefit from compounding. Professional-grade results that are easy to achieve 3M Perfect-It EX Compound works for both full panel paint finishing and small area repairs. The unique formula quickly removes P1200 dual action sand and finer wet-sand scratches, as well as other surface defects. 3M Perfect-It EX Compound is rated as a top-tier rubbing compound in the 3M line. This rubbing compound delivers the professional-quality results that auto finishing technicians demand with the ease of use that auto paint do-it-yourselfers desire. When choosing a pad to apply compound, consider which of these results is most important: 1) Wool pads run cooler and cut faster, 2) Foam pads do not leave lint and provide a finer finish. 3M Perfect-It EX Compound helps produce a high-gloss finish that lasts and is recommended for both collision repair and auto body restoration work. 3M Perfect It EX Finishing Compound is a product recommended for use as a step in a series of tasks performed when working on automotive paint finish. It is shown as step #4 below. Initial defect removal with 3M Purple Finishing Film or 3M Trizact Clear Coat Sanding DiscView larger Step 1: Defect Removal P1500 To remove dirt nibs and level excess surface texture over large or small areas use the following fine grade abrasives: 3M Purple Finishing Film, P1500 Part Number 30667 - Use dry to highlight surface defects - Sand out highlighted defects and match surface texture 3M Trizact Clear Coat Sanding Disc, P1500, Part Number 02088 - Use damp for long life and reduced ‘pigtail’ marks - Dampen disc and entire area to be sanded Scratch Refinement with 3M Trizact HookIt Foam Disc, P3000 gritView larger Step 2: Scratch Refinement P3000 To reduce compounding time, refine the scratches left after step 1 using the following 3M abrasives: 3M Trizact HookIt Foam Disc, P3000, Part Number 02085 - Use damp to reduce compounding time - Dampen disc and entire area to be sanded - To thoroughly remove previous scratches go over each area 5 times Scratch Refinement with 3M Trizact HookIt Foam Disc, 5000 grit Step 3: Scratch Refinement 5000 For best results and the ultimate finish, further refine the P3000 scratch using the following 3M abrasive: 3M Trizact HookIt Foam Disc, 5000, Part Number 30662* - Use damp to reduce compounding time - Dampen disc and entire area to be sanded - To thoroughly remove previous scratches go over each area 5 times *P3000 abrasive is required prior to using 5000 abrasive Compounding 5000 grit sand scratches out with Perfect-It EX Rubbing Compound and Compounding padsView larger Step 4: Compound To remove sand scratches completely in the shortest amount of time use the following 3M compound and pads: 3M Perfect-It Rubbing Compound Part Number 06085 3M Perfect-It EX Rubbing Compound Part Number 36060 3M Perfect-It Compounding Pads: - For fastest cutting and less heat use a Perfect-It Wool Compounding Pad, 05753 (Quick Connect) or 05719 (Single Sided) - To reduce lint and achieve a better finish use a Perfect-It Low Linting Compound Pad 33279 (Quick Connect) Polishing helps to remove compounding swirl marks View larger Step 5: Polish 3M Perfect-It Machine Polish Part Number 06064 3M Perfect-It Machine Polishing Pads: For best finish on all colors use with a black Perfect-It Foam Polishing Pad, Part Number 05707 (Quick Connect) or 05738 (Single Sided) - Use medium pressure to remove swirl marks - Use light pressure to polish - Work a 2 feet x 2 feet area at a time - Suggested buffer speed: 1,200 to 2,000 rpm Wipe with a yellow 3M Perfect-It Detail Cloth, Part Number 06016 Fully eliminate swirl marks with 3M Ultrafine Machine Polish and Polishing PadsView larger Step 6: Swirl Elimination To eliminate fine swirl marks (even on dark colored vehicles) use the following 3M polish and pads: 3M Perfect-It Ultrafine Machine Polish, Part Number 06068 3M Perfect-It Ultrafine Machine Polishing Pads: For best finish use with a blue perfect-It Ultrafine Polishing Pad, Part Number 05708 (Quick Connect) or 05733 (Single Sided). To eliminate fine swirl marks (even on black colored vehicles) polish with medium pressure. To produce the finest finish, polish with light pressure. o DO NOT BUFF DRY –leave a wet film on the surface o Suggested buffer speed: 1,200 – 2,000 rpm o Wipe with a blue 3M Perfect-It Detail Cloth, 06020
Technical Details
- Extra cutting power
- Extra smooth handling and finish
- Extremely easy to use and clean-up