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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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Makita | Rubber Pad 150mm Soft BO6050 - BPM Toolcraft
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Makita | Rubber Pad 150mm Soft BO6050

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150mm Soft Backing Pad BO6050  The Makita #197314-7 150mm Eight Hole Soft Rubber Pad is designed to be used on the Makita BO6050 150mm Random Orb...

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OSMO | Pad Protector 150mm 97 Hole

OSMO

  Pad Protector 150mm 97 hole Fits all sanders Saves your sanders pad and extends its life saving you a costly replacement Designed with aggressi...

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Festool | Grinding Plate AST-STF D150 - BPM Toolcraft
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Festool | Grinding plate AST-STF D150

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Festool | StickFix Rotex Sanding Pad 125mm Hard - BPM Toolcraft
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Festool | StickFix Rotex sanding pad 125mm hard

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Festool | StickFix Sanding Pad Soft 125mm RO125 FEQ (Online only) - BPM Toolcraft
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Festool | StickFix sanding pad Soft 125mm RO125 FEQ

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Tork Craft | Backing Pad 125mm XM14 w/8mm Spindle | SPC00120 - BPM Toolcraft
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Tork Craft | Backing Pad 125mm XM14 w/8mm Spindle

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Backing Pad Backing Pad Hook & Loop 125mm x M14 with 8mm Spindle Polishing backing pad with M14 thread Diameter: 125mm (5") Holes: No Thread:...

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Festool | Sanding pad ST-STF D90/7 FX H-HT

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Mirka | Abranet Protector Disc Pad 125mm X 10mm

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  The foam cushion of these Mirka hook and loop backed interface pads allows better sanding of contoured surfaces and will also help to extend the...

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Festool | Interface Pad IP-STF-D90/6 (Online only) - BPM Toolcraft
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Festool | Interface pad IP-STF-D90/6

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Tool-Co | Backing Pad | 100mm - BPM Toolcraft
Tool-Co | Backing Pad | 100mm - BPM Toolcraft
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Tool-Co | Backing Pad | 100mm

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100mm x M14 Hard Backing Pad to fit diamond polishing pads For use on Polishing Machines only

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Festool | Sanding Pad DX93 Soft (Online only) - BPM Toolcraft
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Festool | Sanding pad DX93 soft

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Festool | Sanding pad SSH-STF-V93/6-H/2

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Flexipad | DA Cyclone 53H 6 Holes 150 Micro Grip - BPM Toolcraft
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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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Festool | Interface Pad IP-STF-D120/8-J (Online only) - BPM Toolcraft
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Festool | Interface pad IP-STF-D120/8-J

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Festool | Fastfix Soft Pad for RO 90 DX ST-STF D90/7 FX W-HT (Online only) - BPM Toolcraft
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Festool | Fastfix soft pad for RO 90 DX ST-STF D90/7 FX W-HT

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Festool | Sanding Pad ST-STF D150/17Fusion Tec-M8-SW - BPM Toolcraft
Festool | Sanding Pad ST-STF D150/17Fusion Tec-M8-SW - BPM Toolcraft
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Festool | Sanding pad ST-STF D150/17Fusion Tec-M8-SW

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Metabo | Backing Pad 150mm Multi-Hole Medium

Metabo

Backing pad "multi-hole" Specifications Diameter: 150mm / 6 " Hardness: Medium-hard Version: Multi-hole Suitable for: SXE 450 TurboTec / SXE...

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Makita | Rubber Pad 150mm Hard BO6050

Makita

150mm Hard Backing Pad BO6050  Makita Hard Sanding Pad for sanding coarse, flat surfaces. Made of high quality, durable rubber for long life. Eigh...

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Makita | Rubber Pad Set BO4900 - BPM Toolcraft
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Makita | Rubber Pad Set BO4900

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Rubber Pad Set BO4900 Rubber pad complete, for use with abrasive paper  

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Bosch | Backing Pad for PEX 270 A

Bosch

Backing Pad Backing Pad for PEX 270 A Sander

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Tork Craft | Interface Cushion Pad 150mm Hook & Loop No Holes

Tork Craft

150mm Hook & Loop Interface Cushion Pad Ensure a secure hold without marring surfaces with this 150mm Hook & Loop interface cushion pad ...

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Festool | Sanding pad LSS-STF-RO90 V93/6

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Bosch Professional | Sanding Pad Replacement 93mm for PDA 100 & PDA 120 E

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The professional blue power tools and accessories from Bosch are developed for professionals. Bosch creates new innovations in power tools and ac...

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Festool | Interface Pad IP-STF D 150/17 MJ-S2X - BPM Toolcraft
Festool | Interface Pad IP-STF D 150/17 MJ-S2X - BPM Toolcraft
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Festool | Interface pad IP-STF D 150/17 MJ-S2X

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