{"title":"Mikrofaser-Polierpads nach Pad-Durchmesser","description":"\u003ch2 id=\"speakable-headline\"\u003eMikrofaser-Polierpads nach Pad-Durchmesser\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"speakable-definition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMikrofaser-Polierpads nach Pad-Durchmesser\u003c\/strong\u003e: Padgrößen stimmen Kontaktfläche und Bauteilgeometrie aufeinander ab. Der Außendurchmesser des Pads bestimmt die Arbeitsfläche; die dazu passende Stütztellergröße und Maschinenfreigabe sind getrennte Auswahlmerkmale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDie Auswahl richtet sich nach Lackzustand und Systemfreigabe; zugesetzte Fasern verändern das Verhalten während der Arbeit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/mikrofaser-polierpads-80-mm\"\u003eMikrofaser-Polierpads Ø 80 mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/mikrofaser-polierpads-130-mm\"\u003eMikrofaser-Polierpads Ø 130 mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/mikrofaser-polierpads-160-mm\"\u003eMikrofaser-Polierpads Ø 160 mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"rupes-d-a-ultra-fine-mikrofaser-polierpad","title":"\"D-A\" Ultra Fine (9.MF Series S) Microfibre Polishing Pad White","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe ultimate tool for a flawless finish is the Rupes \"D-A\" Ultra Fine (9.MF Series S) microfibre pad\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rupes \u003cstrong\u003eD-A Ultra Fine microfibre pad\u003c\/strong\u003e in white, from the 9.MF Series S, is built to push cutting power for finishing on hard clears. This pad pairs a one-off microfibre polishing material with an ultra-soft foam interface to get the most defect removal out of ultra-fine polishes like the RUPES UNO Pure, while laying down an even, clear finish on medium-hard to hard clearcoats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMore defect-removal power:\u003c\/strong\u003e the pad boosts how effective ultra-fine polishes are, for a flawless surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMicrofibre plus soft foam:\u003c\/strong\u003e this combo gives you a gentle but effective cut.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorks with RUPES UNO Protect:\u003c\/strong\u003e removes moderate defects, polishes the surface and leaves a protective polymer layer in one step.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA perfect finish with microfibre tech\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eD-A Ultra Fine microfibre pad\u003c\/strong\u003e from Rupes is the tool you reach for when you’re finishing hard clears. The microfibre face pulls defects efficiently, while the soft foam core keeps the pressure spread evenly. What you get is a flawless, mirror-like gloss without hammering the paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaximum versatility for all kinds of polishing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re on hard or medium-hard clearcoats, the Rupes D-A Ultra Fine pad keeps delivering top results. Paired with RUPES UNO Pure polish, cutting power is maxed out and defects get pulled cleanly. With RUPES UNO Protect polish you can knock out moderate defects and lay down a protective polymer layer at the same time – all in a single pass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEasy to use, easy to pair\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pad is made for every common dual-action polisher, including the RUPES BigFoot range. The 130mm size fits neatly on most standard machines and handles easily while giving you full performance. 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They pair a unique microfibre face with a soft foam layer, so you pull defects out cleanly and leave a consistent, crisp finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEffective defect removal\u003c\/strong\u003e: the microfibre face steps up the cutting power and clears medium defects without a fight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrisp finish\u003c\/strong\u003e: made for finishing work, the pads leave an even, clear finish on medium to hard paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile use\u003c\/strong\u003e: works with a range of dual action machines and comes in several sizes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVersatility and use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRupes D-A Fine microfibre polishing pads\u003c\/strong\u003e are built for every dual action machine out there. They come in several sizes to match whatever the job throws at you, and they really shine on finishing work. They pull their weight best alongside \u003cstrong\u003eRupes UNO Protect\u003c\/strong\u003e — you don’t just knock out defects, you refine the surface and lay down a lasting polymer layer in the same pass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpot-on results on medium to hard clear coats\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese pads are right at home on medium to hard clear coats. The clever microfibre material, backed by that soft foam layer, lets you keep the bite in check and still land a top-shelf finish. They’re made for finishing and give you the same solid result every time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility and alternatives\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRupes D-A Fine microfibre polishing pads\u003c\/strong\u003e play nicely with loads of Rupes machines, including the Bigfoot Duetto LHR12E and the Bigfoot Mini LHR75E. For anything the job asks of you, Rupes also offers alternatives like the \u003cstrong\u003eD-A Coarse Microfibre Extreme Cut Pad\u003c\/strong\u003e and the \u003cstrong\u003eD-A Ultra-fine Microfibre Polishing Pad\u003c\/strong\u003e, each cut out for its own specific work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Rupes","offers":[{"title":"160mm O.D.","offer_id":49268575928655,"sku":"D1-RUP-9MF160M","price":18.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Ø 130mm","offer_id":49268575961423,"sku":"D1-RUP-9MF130M","price":15.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Ø 80mm","offer_id":49268575994191,"sku":"D1-RUP-9MF80M","price":9.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/mf-fine-microfiber-pad.jpg?v=1720385362"},{"product_id":"rupes-d-a-coarse-mikrofaser-polierpad-blau","title":"\"D-A\" Coarse (9.MF Series H) Microfibre Polishing Pad Blue","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRupes \"D-A\" Coarse (9.MF Series H) Microfibre Polishing Pad Blue\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRupes \"D-A\" Coarse Microfibre Polishing Pad Blue\u003c\/strong\u003e is built for extreme cutting. It pulls out serious defects, sanding marks and scratches on hard paints and flat panels fast. The high-grade microfibre gives you maximum bite and clean results when you run it on Dual-Action polishers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEffective defect removal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cuts through heavy defects and scratches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-grade materials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dedicated microfibre for the best results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for hard paints and flat panels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExtreme cutting power for flawless results\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRupes \"D-A\" Coarse Microfibre Polishing Pad\u003c\/strong\u003e is a must-have for pro detailers and enthusiasts alike. With its extreme cut it clears even heavy defects like sanding marks and deep scratches. The purpose-built microfibre keeps the polish even and efficient, so you get flawless results across all hard paints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTop quality for maximum performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing high-grade materials makes this pad a long-lasting, reliable tool. The dense microfibre structure spreads the polish evenly and holds steady performance right through the job. This pad is made to take the toughest correction work in its stride and still deliver first-class results every time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVersatility and easy handling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you want to knock out deeper defects or dial in a smooth, glossy finish, the \u003cstrong\u003eRupes \"D-A\" Coarse Microfibre Polishing Pad\u003c\/strong\u003e is the right call. It works with all Dual-Action polishers and is ideal on hard paints and flat panels. Easy to handle and highly efficient, it earns its place in any detailer's kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Rupes","offers":[{"title":"160mm O.D.","offer_id":49268588740943,"sku":"D1-RUP-9MF160H","price":18.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Ø 130mm","offer_id":49268588773711,"sku":"D1-RUP-9MF130H","price":15.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Ø 80mm","offer_id":49268588806479,"sku":"D1-RUP-9MF80H","price":9.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/mf-extreme-cut-microfiber-pad.jpg?v=1720385786"},{"product_id":"flex-mcpt160-mikrofaser-polierpad","title":"\"MC-PT 160\" Microfiber Polishing Pad Ø160mm","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFLEX MC-PT 160 Microfiber Polishing Pad Ø160mm — High-Performance Cutting Pad for Maximum Cut and Fast Paint Correction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat is the FLEX MC-PT 160 Microfiber Polishing Pad? The FLEX MC-PT 160 is an aggressive Ø160mm polishing pad with a microfiber surface — designed for maximum material removal and fast paint correction in one step, as an alternative to wool pads for detailers who prefer microfiber technology over synthetic fur.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBetween foam pads and wool pads, there is a category that is gaining increasing importance in professional workshops: the microfiber polishing pad. The \u003cstrong\u003eFLEX MC-PT 160 Microfiber Polishing Pad Ø160mm\u003c\/strong\u003e belongs to this category. It combines the cutting performance of an aggressive cut pad with the advantages of microfiber technology — more even cut distribution, lower hologram depth, and faster cleaning than a wool pad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFLEX MC-PT 160\u003c\/strong\u003e is available in Ø160mm — larger than the standard sizes Ø125mm and Ø150mm. This extra size makes it particularly efficient for working on large, flat surfaces: hood, roof, long door panels. With more pad area per stroke of the orbital polisher, the same result is achieved in less time — an efficiency factor that counts daily in professional work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a high-performance pad in the FLEX range, the \u003cstrong\u003eFLEX MC-PT 160 Microfiber Polishing Pad\u003c\/strong\u003e is not an addition to the foam pad system — it is an alternative for users who prefer microfiber pads or want to utilize the specific cutting power of microfiber technology for certain paint and damage types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMicrofiber surface for superior cut — more aggressive than foam pads, more controllable than wool pads.\u003c\/strong\u003e Microfiber pads occupy a middle position between foam pads and wool pads: They are more aggressive than any foam pad, but leave finer holograms after polishing than a wool pad. This means less post-processing effort after the cutting step — a clear advantage for professionals who prioritize efficiency over raw cutting performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eØ160mm Large-Area Format — more surface area per stroke for faster work.\u003c\/strong\u003e The MC-PT 160, at Ø160mm, is larger than standard polishing pads. On large flat surfaces, the additional pad area means measurably shorter processing time: Fewer passes for the same area, fewer overlaps, more uniform cut pattern over large fields. For professional detailers who factor time as a cost, this increase in efficiency is a real economic advantage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHook-and-loop attachment for quick use on all compatible FLEX polishers.\u003c\/strong\u003e The hook-and-loop attachment of the MC-PT 160 is matched to FLEX hook-and-loop backing plates. Pad changes take seconds — no screws, no adapters. For professionals who switch between different pads during a session, this system advantage is noticeable daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cblockquote class=\"praxistipp\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractical Tip from Detailing1:\u003c\/strong\u003e The MC-PT 160 Microfiber Polishing Pad is particularly effective on large flat surfaces like the hood and roof: The Ø160mm pad surface covers more area with one pass than a Ø150mm pad. For tight areas such as door edges, bumpers, and A-pillars, we still recommend the smaller format — here, precision is more important than surface coverage. After the MC-PT cutting step, always plan at least one compounding step with the PP-M: Microfiber pads leave finer holograms than wool pads, but more intense ones than foam pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMicrofiber Technology — how microfiber pads cut differently than foam and wool\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cutting mechanics of the \u003cstrong\u003eFLEX MC-PT 160 Microfiber Polishing Pad\u003c\/strong\u003e are based on the unique contact behavior of microfiber surfaces with paint. Microfibers are significantly finer than wool fibers — typically under 1 denier filament thickness — and have a much higher fiber density per square centimeter. This results in a contact structure that lies between the flat contact of a foam pad and the point contact of a wool pad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn practice, this means: Microfiber pads create a more even abrasive distribution than wool pads and a more intense, direct cutting effect than foam pads. The fine microfibers transport the abrasive more efficiently into scratch structures than a flat foam contact could — but without the intense hologram patterns that coarse-fibered wool pads leave behind. This is the structural advantage of microfiber technology for the cutting step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother advantage of microfiber pads over wool pads is heat management: Microfibers have lower thermal conductivity than wool fibers and tend to generate less heat on the paint surface for the same cutting performance. This is a relevant safety aspect for thin clear coats and sensitive special paints — less risk of overheating damage during intensive cutting operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCleaning the MC-PT 160 after use is easier than with wool pads: Microfibers can be efficiently cleaned with water and a pad washing brush and dry quickly. Polish contamination settles less deeply into the fiber structure than with wool, which reduces cleaning time. For professionals with high pad throughput, this is a practical everyday advantage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe even cut distribution of microfiber technology also affects polishing time: A foam pad often requires many passes for severe damage to achieve the desired result. The microfiber pad often achieves the same level of correction in one to two fewer passes. In a session with multiple vehicles, this time saving adds up to a measurable productivity advantage — without compromising the quality of the result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eØ160mm Large Format — why pad size matters for efficiency and quality\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe choice of pad size is not a minor point in professional detailing — it directly determines the processing time and the uniformity of the result on large surfaces. The \u003cstrong\u003eFLEX MC-PT 160\u003c\/strong\u003e offers more contact area with Ø160mm than a Ø150mm pad — in practice, about 13% more area per pass. This sounds marginal, but when working on a hood or a car roof, it adds up to noticeably fewer passes required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn large, flat surfaces, a larger pad has another advantage: fewer overlap points between passes mean a more even cut distribution over the entire surface. A smaller pad with more passes tends to produce a less even cut at the overlap edges than a large pad that covers the same area with fewer passes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor tight body areas, wheel arches, and body edges, the Ø160mm format is naturally less suitable. Here we recommend switching to the Ø125mm or Ø150mm foam pads, which work more precisely in these areas. The MC-PT 160 is the large-area tool — it complements the pad arsenal, it does not replace it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn practice, a structured workflow proves its worth: MC-PT 160 for all large, flat main surfaces of the vehicle in the cutting step, then switch to PP-C Ø150mm for bumpers, door edges, and tight areas. After that, compound and finish with the corresponding foam pads over the entire vehicle. This workflow combines the surface efficiency of the MC-PT 160 with the precision of the smaller foam pads — and saves time overall compared to a purely foam-pad-based approach for more severe paint damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMC-PT 160 Compatibility and Machine Choice — Orbital vs. Rotary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFLEX MC-PT 160 Microfiber Polishing Pad\u003c\/strong\u003e is primarily designed for use with an orbital polisher. With a rotary polisher, the aggressiveness of a Ø160mm pad is more difficult to control — the uniform rotary motion combined with the large pad surface and microfibers generates more heat and a more aggressive, less uniform material removal distribution. For experienced professionals who master rotary polishers, the MC-PT 160 is possible on a rotary polisher — for typical orbital use, it is the more natural and safer environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn an orbital polisher, the Ø160mm format benefits fully: The orbital motion of the orbital polisher evenly distributes the microfiber contact points over the entire pad and creates a homogeneous cutting pattern without overheating risks. The larger the throw of the orbital polisher, the more even the distribution — machines with a 15mm orbital throw like the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/flex-xfe21518ec-15mm-akku-exzenterpolierer-freilauf-150mm-18v\"\u003eFLEX XFE 2 15\u003c\/a\u003e are particularly well suited for this pad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor pad mounting, a hook-and-loop backing plate in Ø160mm or a flexible large hook-and-loop backing plate that can fully accommodate the Ø160mm pad surface is required. If the hook-and-loop backing plate is too small, the pad center would not have sufficient grip, and the pad would run eccentrically during polishing. Before the first use of the MC-PT 160, always check that the hook-and-loop backing plate has the necessary size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMC-PT 160 Comparison — Microfiber Pad vs. Wool Pad and Foam Pad\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFLEX MC-PT 160 Microfiber Polishing Pad\u003c\/strong\u003e occupies a clear position in the FLEX pad spectrum: more aggressive than the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/flex-pp-c-cut-polierpad\"\u003ePP-C Cut Foam Pad\u003c\/a\u003e, more controllable, and leaving finer holograms than the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/flex-tw-pt-fell-polierpad\"\u003eTW-PT Wool Pad\u003c\/a\u003e. It is the choice for users who seek the cutting performance of an aggressive pad but do not have the time for the post-processing of a wool pad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor polishing beginners, the MC-PT 160 is not the first recommendation — the foam pad system of PP-C, PP-M, and PP-F covers most everyday requirements and is more forgiving in handling. The MC-PT 160 is the next level for anyone who masters the basics and wants to expand their pad selection with a high-performance microfiber option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a single pad without a set offer, the MC-PT 160 is supplied as one piece. For professional use, we recommend keeping at least two in stock — one for active use, one as a fresh spare pad for new vehicles or after intensive cleaning intervals. The microfiber pad is durable, but fresh pads deliver consistently better results than heavily used ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lifespan of the MC-PT 160 heavily depends on cleaning discipline: Regular washing after each session, complete drying before storage, and protection from mechanical deformation significantly extend its lifespan. Microfiber pads that are compressed or stored wet quickly lose their fiber structure and thus their cutting performance. With proper care, the MC-PT 160 is a long-term companion in the professional pad arsenal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnyone using the MC-PT 160 for the first time with microfiber pads will quickly notice the differences from foam pad technology: faster response, more intense feedback on machine position and pressure, more direct reaction to polish application. The first time requires some getting used to, but after that, microfiber technology becomes indispensable for many professionals — it fills a gap in the pad system that only becomes truly apparent after the first use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FLEX","offers":[{"title":"Ø160mm \/ 1 piece","offer_id":57377328333135,"sku":"D1-FLEX-434434","price":19.04,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/flex-mc-pt-160-mikrofaser-polierpad-160mm-160mm-1-stueck-434434.png?v=1775059109"},{"product_id":"zvizzer-thermo-microfiber-polierpad-orange-thermo-mikrofaserpad","title":"Thermo Microfibre Polishing Pad (Orange)","description":"\u003ch2 id=\"speakable-headline\"\u003eFast cut and a clean finish in one step\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cblockquote id=\"speakable-summary\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat is the ZviZZer Thermo Microfibre Polishing Pad? It's a polishing pad with a short-pile microfibre face on an open-cell thermo foam core with hook-and-loop backing, which cuts faster than a foam pad of the same aggressiveness while finishing finer at the same time. In the ZviZZer colour system it's the Orange. It's not meant for heavy correction of deep scratches, and not for show-car high gloss as a final step.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"speakable-definition\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe ZviZZer Thermo Microfibre Polishing Pad (Orange)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003emicrofibre polishing pad\u003c\/strong\u003e from ZviZZer for one-step polishing. Thousands of short microfibres sit on an open-cell thermo foam core: the fibre tips bite abrasively and cut fast, while the thermo foam pulls the friction heat away and keeps the pad stable on the panel. So the microfibre cuts quickly and still finishes finer than foam of the same hardness, which is what makes the one-step process efficient. The hook-and-loop backing fits common backing plates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMicrofibre cut and finish in one pass.\u003c\/strong\u003e The fibre tips cut faster than a foam pad of the same aggressiveness and leave a finer finish at the same time, so light to medium swirls and gloss build-up come together in 1 pass instead of 2. On hard clear coats this is the fastest way from hazy to clear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFive sizes from 40 to 160 mm.\u003c\/strong\u003e With Ø 40 and 60 mm you work mirror caps, bumper edges and tight radii, and with Ø 130 and 160 mm you run the bonnet and doors through quickly. The microfibre working layer is 15 mm thick and sits flat on the thermo foam core.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLonger-lasting than a foam pad.\u003c\/strong\u003e The tough microfibre on the heat-resistant thermo foam holds up far longer on average than a comparable foam pad — dealers put it at 5 to 6 times. The trade-off: microfibre clogs faster and wants knocking out and washing more often.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cblockquote class=\"praxistipp\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailing1's tip from the shop:\u003c\/strong\u003e The most common microfibre-pad mistake is letting the pad clog up or run dry. Microfibre picks up spent product faster than foam, and a clogged pad just smears, stops building gloss and traps heat that puts the paint at risk. So knock the residue out on the spinning machine after every section, and never work dry. Day-to-day we keep two microfibre pads on the go and swap between them, rather than running one until it smears.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrime the pad spread polish thin at low speed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet the microfibre polishing pad centred on the hook-and-loop backing plate, prime a fresh pad once with polish worked in thin, then spread a pea-sized amount at low speed before you work it out under medium pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt all assumes clean, washed and decontaminated paint. Work in sections of roughly 40 by 40 centimetres and keep the pad flat on the surface. By colour it's matched to the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/zvizzer-mc-3000-medium-cut-orange-one-step-politur\"\u003eMC 3000 one-step polish\u003c\/a\u003e, which it's designed to pair with as a one-step combo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnock the residue out after every section, because microfibre clogs faster than foam. Below 15 degrees paint temperature the thermo foam runs stiffer — in that case go a touch higher on speed rather than adding more polish, otherwise material backs up in the fibres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOne-step on hard clear coat yes heavy correction no\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe microfibre pad is strongest in one-step work on hard clear coats — say on a German premium car — where it ties cut and finish into a single pass. On deep scratches you can clearly feel with a fingernail, it lacks the aggressive first bite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts home turf is light to medium swirls and holograms on a well-kept daily driver, the kind a plain foam pad would need two steps for. Because the fibre finishes finer than foam of the same cutting power, on hard paint you often save yourself the separate finish pass. On very soft Japanese clear coats, though, the microfibre can lay down light holograms — drop a step softer there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe limits are clear. If one-step efficiency is the goal, then microfibre. If you need maximum cut on heavy weathering, then a wool pad with a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/polierpads-schleifschwamme\"\u003ecutting compound\u003c\/a\u003e first. If a pure, flawless finish as the last step is what counts, then a soft foam-velour pad with a finishing polish. The microfibre pad is the fast all-rounder in between, not the extreme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFor the one-step detailer not the foam-pad purist\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Thermo Microfibre Polishing Pad is the right call when you want a visibly better result on hard paint in sensible time and you'd rather get the job done in one step than two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's less suited to two extremes: heavy correction of neglected paint, where a hard pad and a cutting compound are needed, and no-compromise concours work, where a soft finishing pad runs at the end. If you want to stay purely in the foam system, the colour-matched \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/zvizzer-thermo-allrounder-pad-medium-orange-thermo-schaumpad\"\u003eAllrounder foam pad in Orange\u003c\/a\u003e is the more forgiving standard — it cuts slower but doesn't clog as fast. If maximum one-step efficiency is what counts, then microfibre; if you want a forgiving foam, then the Allrounder pad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the workflow the microfibre pad is the accelerator of one-step polishing. The one thing most people miss: they treat the microfibre pad like a foam sponge and then wonder why the gloss drops off halfway across the bonnet. Microfibre is a wash item — rinse it lukewarm after use, let it dry lying flat, and never rip a stuck pad off the backing dry. Keep it clean and you'll get more out of one pad than out of three you let clog up.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZviZZer","offers":[{"title":"Ø 40\/15\/40 mm \/ 1 Stück","offer_id":57867605475663,"sku":"D1-ZVIZZER-MF00004015HC","price":3.79,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Ø 60\/15\/60 mm \/ 1 Stück","offer_id":57867605508431,"sku":"D1-ZVIZZER-MF00006015HC","price":4.38,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Ø 80\/15\/80 mm \/ 1 Stück","offer_id":57867605541199,"sku":"D1-ZVIZZER-MF00008015HC","price":4.83,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Ø 130\/15\/130 mm \/ 1 Stück","offer_id":57867605573967,"sku":"D1-ZVIZZER-MF00013015HC","price":10.4,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Ø 160\/15\/160 mm \/ 1 Stück","offer_id":57867605606735,"sku":"D1-ZVIZZER-MF00016015HC","price":14.48,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Ø 40\/15\/40 mm \/ 10 Stück","offer_id":57882166362447,"sku":"D1-ZVIZZER-MF00004015HC_10","price":37.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Ø 40\/15\/40 mm \/ 50 Stück","offer_id":57882166395215,"sku":"D1-ZVIZZER-MF00004015HC_50","price":189.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Ø 60\/15\/60 mm \/ 10 Stück","offer_id":57882166427983,"sku":"D1-ZVIZZER-MF00006015HC_10","price":43.8,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Ø 60\/15\/60 mm \/ 50 Stück","offer_id":57882166460751,"sku":"D1-ZVIZZER-MF00006015HC_50","price":219.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Ø 80\/15\/80 mm \/ 10 Stück","offer_id":57882166493519,"sku":"D1-ZVIZZER-MF00008015HC_10","price":48.3,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Ø 80\/15\/80 mm \/ 50 Stück","offer_id":57882166526287,"sku":"D1-ZVIZZER-MF00008015HC_50","price":241.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Ø 130\/15\/130 mm \/ 10 Stück","offer_id":57882166559055,"sku":"D1-ZVIZZER-MF00013015HC_10","price":104.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Ø 130\/15\/130 mm \/ 50 Stück","offer_id":57882166591823,"sku":"D1-ZVIZZER-MF00013015HC_50","price":520.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Ø 160\/15\/160 mm \/ 10 Stück","offer_id":57882166624591,"sku":"D1-ZVIZZER-MF00016015HC_10","price":144.8,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Ø 160\/15\/160 mm \/ 50 Stück","offer_id":57882166657359,"sku":"D1-ZVIZZER-MF00016015HC_50","price":724.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/zvizzer-thermo-microfiber-polierpad-orange-thermo-mikrofaserpad_40-15-40-mm.png?v=1780776513"},{"product_id":"koch-chemie-microfaser-polierpad-glasflaechen","title":"Microfaser-Polierpad für Glasflächen (Versiegelungsvorbereitung)","description":"","brand":"Koch-Chemie","offers":[{"title":"1 Stück \/ Ø 130 mm","offer_id":58711367156047,"sku":"D1-KCX-999308","price":13.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/3272\/7375\/files\/koch-chemie-microfaser-polierpad-glasflaechen.png?v=1788855703"}],"url":"https:\/\/detailing1.de\/en\/collections\/mikrofaser-polierpads-nach-pad-durchmesser.oembed","provider":"Detailing1","version":"1.0","type":"link"}