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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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Tork Craft | Angle Grinder Pad Pro Medium 115X22mm

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Medium Pro Backing Pad for Angle Grinder Backing pad to be used with an angle grinder with M14 thread Diameter: 115mmThread: M14Velcro: NoMax ...

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Flexipad | Angle Grinder Pad & Nut 115mm M14X2mm - BPM Toolcraft Sold out
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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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Simon Hope | Sanding Interface Pads Soft 47mm

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47mm Soft Sanding Interface Pads Sanding arbor replaceable front neoprene pads. Black pads are standard hardness and red pads are soft for sandi...

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Bosch | Backing Pad for GEX 150 (Extra Soft) 150mm - BPM Toolcraft
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Bosch | Backing Pad for GEX 150 (Extra Soft) 150mm

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150mm Backing Pad Bosch 2608601114 Rubber Backing Pad 150mm Extra Soft backing pad for the Bosch GEX150 Orbital Sander

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Festool | Sanding Pad ST-STF 125/8-M4-J W-HT - BPM Toolcraft
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Festool | Sanding pad ST-STF 125/8-M4-J W-HT

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Tork Craft | Backing Pad 100mmxM14 for Stone Polishing

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100mm X M14 Backing Pad for Stone Polishing

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Tork Craft | Angle Grinder Pad 115X22mm Hard - BPM Toolcraft
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Tork Craft | Backing Pad 115X22mm Hard

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115X22mm Hard Angle Grinder Pad Backing pad to be used with an angle grinder with M14 thread Diameter: 115mm Thread: M14 Velcro: No Density : Har...

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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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Makita | Hook & Loop Pad 9227CB

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Hook & Loop Pad 9227CB Hook and loop backing pad for machines: 9227CB, 9237CB  

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Tork Craft | DA Sander hook and loop backing pad for Ø150mm sander having 5/16" x 24UNF thread. - BPM Toolcraft
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Tork Craft | Backing Pad for DA Sander Hook & Loop Ø150mm sander 5/16" x 24UNF thread.

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Backing Pad DIA: 150mm (6")HOLES: 6 holesTHREAD: 5/16" x 24UNFhook and loop: YesMAX RPM: 12,000 Application: This is a replacement backing pad fo...

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Tork Craft | Sanding Pad Hook And Loop 125mm Medium-Soft

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125mm Hook & Loop Sanding Pad Medium-Soft

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Tork Craft | Pad Sander Dual Action Hook & Loop 5/16" - 24UNF 8 Holes Med Soft 125mm 5"

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Dual Action Sander Pad Dual Action Sander Pad Hook & Loop 5/16" - 24Unf 8 Holes Med Soft 125mm/5"

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Festool | Sanding pad ST-STF 125/8-M8-J H

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Tork Craft | Backing Pad Hook & Loop 125mm with 8mm Spindle

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125mm Hook & Loop Backing Pad NB: Hook and loop backing pad to be used with a drill. Diameter: 125mm (5') Holes: No Arbor: Ø6mm Hook & L...

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Bosch | Backing Pad 115mm - BPM Toolcraft
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Bosch | Backing Pad 115mm

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115mm Backing Pad High temperature resistance, low-vibration running and break-resistant With M14 flange For universal use with all angle grinde...

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Bosch Professional | Backing Pad for Angle Grinders 125mm

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Bosch | Backing Pad 150mm

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6-Hole Sanding Pad - For random orbital sanders 6-Hole Sanding Pads for the sanding of paint, filler and plaster Medium to Rough Sanding ...

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Festool | Sanding pad SSH-STF DELTA/9

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Tork Craft | Backing Pad 52 Holes 5/16" - 24UNF 150mm 6"

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Backing Pad DIA: 150mm (6")HOLES: 52 holesTHREAD: 5/16" x 24UNFHOOK & LOOP: YesMAX RPM: 13,000 Application This is a replacement backing pad ...

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Festool | Interface pad IP-STF-80x133/12-STF LS130/2

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Festool | Sanding base SU/GG-BS 75

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Festool | Flat sanding pad SSH-STF-V93L/6

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Makita | Pad 158796-8

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Pad 158796-8 Makita Pad 158796-8 For models - M9200/MT920/MT925

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Tool-Co | Backing Pad | 150mm - BPM Toolcraft
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Tool-Co | Backing Pad | 150mm

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150mm x M14 Hard Backing Pad to fit diamond polishing pads For use on Polishing Machines only

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