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Backing & Interface Pads

Backing and interface pads attach to sanders and polishers to provide cushioning and improve abrasive conformability.  Interface pads help sand contoured surfaces without gouging, while backing pads secure sanding discs or polishing bonnets to the tool.

What is the purpose of a backing pad?
A backing pad is attached to the sander or polisher and serves as the mounting surface for sanding discs or polishing pads. It provides firm, even support and helps ensure that abrasives stay securely attached—usually via hook-and-loop (Velcro) or PSA adhesive systems. Backing pads are essential for smooth, controlled sanding or buffing.

What is an interface pad and when should I use one?
An interface pad is a cushioned pad placed between the backing pad and sanding disc. It adds flexibility to the setup, allowing the abrasive to better conform to curved or contoured surfaces. It’s especially useful for final sanding, primer sanding, or working on automotive panels, edges, and delicate materials where a softer touch is required.

How do I choose the right backing or interface pad?
Consider:

  • Pad size (match your tool and abrasive diameter)

  • Attachment type: hook-and-loop is the most common for easy disc changes

  • Pad density: firmer pads are better for aggressive sanding; softer ones for finishing

  • Dust extraction holes: align hole patterns with your sanding discs for optimal dust removal
    Interface pads vary in thickness (commonly 5–10 mm)—thicker for more cushioning, thinner for more control.

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Flexipad | Wool Pad With Hook & Loop 125mm - BPM Toolcraft
R 179.00
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R 165.00
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Flexipads | Wool Pad With Hook & Loop 135mm

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Wool pad - Ø 135 mm GRIP (Velcro) Backing wool pad for rotary polishers The wool pad is designed for rotary polishers and is made from Merino doub...

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R 179.00
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Flexipad | Interface Cushion Pad Hook and Loop 150mm 6 Hole - BPM Toolcraft
Flexipad | Interface Cushion Pad Hook and Loop 150mm 6 Hole - BPM Toolcraft
R 249.00
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R 249.00
R 229.00
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R 229.00

Flexipads | Interface Cushion Pad Hook & Loop 150mm 6 Hole

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The interface pad was developed in response to customer demand for a more flexible random orbit (Dual Action). The pad is fitted with hook and loop...

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Flexipad | DA Cyclone 53H 6 Holes 150 Micro Grip - BPM Toolcraft Sold out
R 1,049.00
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R 849.00
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Flexipads | DA Cyclone 53H 6 Holes 150 Micro Grip

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Flexipad 53 hole Cyclone™ backing pad  150mm - Medium The pad makes use of a unique upper chamber to create an internal cyclone effect, optimizi...

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R 1,049.00
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R 849.00
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Flexipad | Angle Grinder Pad & Nut 115mm M14X2mm - BPM Toolcraft Sold out
R 249.00
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R 249.00
R 189.00
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R 189.00

Flexipads | Angle Grinder Pad & Nut 115mm M14X2mm

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Description: flexipad angle grinder pad & nut 115mm M14x2mm Ideal for standard use. highly durable and with enough flexibility to keep an even...

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R 249.00
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R 189.00
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Spindle Pad 75mm Velcro Hard Face - BPM Toolcraft
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R 359.00
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R 359.00
R 319.00
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R 319.00

Flexipads | Spindle Pad 75mm Velcro Hard Face

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Hard face spindle padØ 6mm GRIP (Hook & Loop) hard face spindle pad The spindle pad fits most electrical drills Ø 6mm spindle shaft fits most...

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R 359.00
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R 359.00
R 319.00
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R 240.40
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R 240.40
R 189.00
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R 189.00

Flexipads | Grinder Pad & Nut 115mm M14X2mm Black

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Angle Grinder Pad - Ø 115mm M14 Black backing pad The backing pad is made of Nylon and provides support to abrasive sanding/grinding discs. The ...

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R 240.40
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R 240.40
R 189.00
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R 657.11
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R 519.00
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R 519.00

Flexipads | Grinder Pad & Nut 230mm M14X2mm White

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230mm Grinder Pad & Nut This white backing pad is designed to provide reliable support for abrasive sanding and grinding discs. The medium f...

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R 519.00
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R 434.52
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R 339.00
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R 339.00

Flexipads | Backing Pad Hook And Loop 115mm X M14 X2 No Foam Layer

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125mm Ultra Soft GRIP Polisher Pad  Hook and loop No foam layer The internally metal threaded flexible backing pad doesn't have a foam layer, b...

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R 434.52
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R 339.00
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R 269.33
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R 269.33
R 219.00
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R 219.00

Flexipads | Grinder Pad & Nut 125mm M14X2mm Black

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Black Backing Pad Angle Grinder Pad: 125mm The backing pad is made of Nylon and provides support to abrasive sanding/grinding discs. The backing...

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R 269.33
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R 269.33
R 219.00
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R 219.00
R 679.65
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R 679.65
R 539.00
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R 539.00

Flexipads | Grinder Pad & Nut 178mm M14X2 White

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White Backing Pad Angle Grinder Pad: 180mm The backing pad is made of Nylon and provides support to abrasive sanding/grinding discs The backing ...

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R 679.65
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R 539.00
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R 539.00
R 363.45
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R 363.45
R 289.00
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R 289.00

Flexipads | Grinder Pad & Nut 178mm M14X2mm Black

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Black Backing Pad The backing pad is made of Nylon and provides support to abrasive sanding/grinding discs The backing pad is considered for uni...

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R 363.45
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R 363.45
R 289.00
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R 289.00
R 655.73
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R 655.73
R 519.00
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R 519.00

Flexipads | Grinder Pad & Nut 178mm 5/8"UNC Black

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180mm Angle Grinder Pad The backing pad is made of Nylon and provides support to abrasive sanding/grinding discs The backing pad is considered ...

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R 655.73
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R 519.00
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R 861.35
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R 679.00
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R 679.00

Flexipads | Da Super Pad 150mm Hook And Loop 5/16Unf

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No Hole GRIP (Hook & Loop) Backing Pad Dual Action backing pad - 150mm5/16 UNFThe outer edges are precisely tuned for abrasive contouring ove...

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R 679.00
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R 600.87
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R 469.00
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R 469.00

Flexipads | Sander Super Pad 150mm Hook And Loop 5/8Unc

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GRIP (Hook & Loop) Backing Pad for Rotary Polishers Rotary backing pad: 150 mm5/8 UNCThe backing pad is designed for rotary polishers and off...

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R 600.87
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R 469.00
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R 469.00
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R 469.00

Flexipads | Sander Standard Pad 150mm Hook And Loop 5/8Unc

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GRIP (Hook & Loop) Backing Pad for Rotary Polishers Rotary Backing Pad: 150 mm5/8 UNC The backing pad is designed for rotary polishers and h...

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R 469.00
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R 939.60
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R 939.60
R 739.00
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R 739.00

Flexipads | Backing Pad 125mm 5" Festool DA Cyclone 44H Soft Grip

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GRIP (Hook & Loop) Cyclone Backing Pad 44 hole Cyclone™ Backing Pad 125mm - Soft   The pad makes use of a unique upper chamber to create an...

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R 739.00
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Flexipad | Dual Action Backing Pad 6 Holes 150 Velcro 5/16UNF - BPM Toolcraft
R 899.00
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R 899.00
R 699.00
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R 699.00

Flexipads | Dual Action Backing Pad 6 Holes 150 Velcro 5/16UNF

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6 hole GRIP (Velcro) backing pad Dual Action means less swirl marks when compared to orbital sanders Backing plate reinforced with fiberglass Hol...

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R 899.00
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R 699.00
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R 699.00