3M 05717 Hookit Buffing and Polishing Back-up Pad, 7" x 3/4", 5/8-11 Thread
- This 3M 05717 Hookit Back-up Pad is designed as a support pad for sandpaper and polishing pads using the Hookit attachment system, used in automotive finishing, paint removal, and polishing jobs. It features foam construction with a flat rigid centre and soft tapered edges to improve control and disc life.
- Features:
- Foam body supports jobs from paint removal through fine polishing by flexing at pad edge while maintaining support at centre
- Soft tapered edge improves control near workpiece and helps avoid gouging or uneven removal
- Threaded 5/8-11 mounting fits most low-speed polishers or sanders, enabling secure attachment
- Maximum safe rotational speed of 3000 RPM for safe polishing performance
- Specifications
- Part No.: 5717
- Product Line: MMM
- MFR Model: 05717
- Standard/Approvals: EU 65 | OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200 | REACH 1907 | RoHS Compliant
- Applications: For paint finishing and detailing applications
- Manufacturer: 3M Products
- Alternate Part Number-1: 61500032356
- UPC: 051131057173
- Brand: 3M
- Maximum Speed (rpm): 3000
- Attachment Type: Hookit Hook and Loop
- Color: Yellow
- Thickness (in): 3/4
- Material: Foam
- The 3M 05717 Hookit Back-up Pad can also be referred to as Hook-and-Loop back-up pad, foam backing pad 7 inch, threaded backup pad 5/8-11, polishing pad support 3M, and Hookit disc base pad.
3M produces high performance abrasives and polishing accessories for automotive, marine, and industrial finishing. The 3M Hookit Back-up Pad 05717 matches these standards with durable foam bodies and precise balancing to help deliver consistent finish quality.
Q: What machines is part number 05717 compatible with?
A: It fits any low-speed polisher or sander equipped with a 5/8-11 threaded arbor; safe to use up to 3000 RPM.
Q: What types of jobs is this back-up pad best for?
A: It is suitable for paint removal, compounding, finishing, and polishing tasks where a foam back-up pad helps maintain control along edges and reduces pad scorches.
Q: How do I maximize the life of this back-up pad?
A: Use the correct foam density (soft, medium, or hard) for the job, keep RPM within limits, clean hook-and-loop surfaces, and avoid over-pressure or overheating during use.
