Alpha Professional Tools® first introduced rubber backer pads with the AEP-458 electric polisher to promote the concept of wet polishing, which then became the accepted method of polishing. Alpha® recognized the need to add a rigid version of this backer pad to its product line for straight edge or flat surface polishing applications. We realized that Ceramica, with a flexible backer pad, was too flexible for these applications and produced wavy finishes.
Features
High-Quality Backer Pad Is Super Rigid and Flat
Eliminates The Wavy Finish When Polishing
Hook and Loop Backed with A Long Life
The Rigidness of The Pad Enables Work in Small Areas Such As Corners or Staircases
Accepts Polishing Pads, Sandpaper and Felt Wheels
Choice Among Fabricators, Tile Contractors, Monumentalists and Restoration Workers
Fits On Most Popular Polishers and Grinders
GP35/8RG — 3" / 6,000
Property
Detail
Part No.
GP35/8RG
Size
3"
Maximum RPM
6,000
Type
Rigid
Threads
5/8"-11
GP45/8RG — 4" / 6,000
Property
Detail
Part No.
GP45/8RG
Size
4"
Maximum RPM
6,000
Type
Rigid
Threads
5/8"-11
GP55/8RG — 5" / 6,000
Property
Detail
Part No.
GP55/8RG
Size
5"
Maximum RPM
6,000
Type
Rigid
Threads
5/8"-11
GP3M14RG — 3" / 6,000
Property
Detail
Part No.
GP3M14RG
Size
3"
Maximum RPM
6,000
Type
Rigid
Threads
M14
GP4M14RG — 4" / 6,000
Property
Detail
Part No.
GP4M14RG
Size
4"
Maximum RPM
6,000
Type
Rigid
Threads
M14
GP5M14RG — 5" / 6,000
Property
Detail
Part No.
GP5M14RG
Size
5"
Maximum RPM
6,000
Type
Rigid
Threads
M14
GP3M16RG — 3" / 6,000
Property
Detail
Part No.
GP3M16RG
Size
3"
Maximum RPM
6,000
Type
Rigid
Threads
M16
GP4M16RG — 4" / 6,000
Property
Detail
Part No.
GP4M16RG
Size
4"
Maximum RPM
6,000
Type
Rigid
Threads
M16
GP5M16RG — 5" / 6,000
Property
Detail
Part No.
GP5M16RG
Size
5"
Maximum RPM
6,000
Type
Rigid
Threads
M16
RGSPACER — Spacer
Property
Detail
Part No.
RGSPACER
Threads
Spacer
Reference : — Backer-Pads_HowToUse
Property
Detail
Part No.
Reference :
Size
Backer-Pads_HowToUse
Attach the polishing pad to your polisher or angle grinder using the appropriate backer pad.
Start with the coarsest grit and work through progressively finer grits.
Keep the pad flat against the surface and use steady, overlapping passes.
Use water to keep the surface cool and flush away slurry during wet polishing.
Always wear appropriate PPE including safety glasses and hearing protection.
Always wear appropriate PPE. Follow local safety regulations when using power tools or chemical products.
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Alpha Rigid Backer Pads
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Rigid Backer Pads
Alpha Professional Tools® first introduced rubber backer pads with the AEP-458 electric polisher to promote the concept of wet polishing, which then became the accepted method of polishing. Alpha® recognized the need to add a rigid version of this backer pad to its product line for straight edge or flat surface polishing applications. We realized that Ceramica, with a flexible backer pad, was too flexible for these applications and produced wavy finishes.
Features
High-Quality Backer Pad Is Super Rigid and Flat
Eliminates The Wavy Finish When Polishing
Hook and Loop Backed with A Long Life
The Rigidness of The Pad Enables Work in Small Areas Such As Corners or Staircases
Accepts Polishing Pads, Sandpaper and Felt Wheels
Choice Among Fabricators, Tile Contractors, Monumentalists and Restoration Workers
Fits On Most Popular Polishers and Grinders
GP35/8RG — 3" / 6,000
Property
Detail
Part No.
GP35/8RG
Size
3"
Maximum RPM
6,000
Type
Rigid
Threads
5/8"-11
GP45/8RG — 4" / 6,000
Property
Detail
Part No.
GP45/8RG
Size
4"
Maximum RPM
6,000
Type
Rigid
Threads
5/8"-11
GP55/8RG — 5" / 6,000
Property
Detail
Part No.
GP55/8RG
Size
5"
Maximum RPM
6,000
Type
Rigid
Threads
5/8"-11
GP3M14RG — 3" / 6,000
Property
Detail
Part No.
GP3M14RG
Size
3"
Maximum RPM
6,000
Type
Rigid
Threads
M14
GP4M14RG — 4" / 6,000
Property
Detail
Part No.
GP4M14RG
Size
4"
Maximum RPM
6,000
Type
Rigid
Threads
M14
GP5M14RG — 5" / 6,000
Property
Detail
Part No.
GP5M14RG
Size
5"
Maximum RPM
6,000
Type
Rigid
Threads
M14
GP3M16RG — 3" / 6,000
Property
Detail
Part No.
GP3M16RG
Size
3"
Maximum RPM
6,000
Type
Rigid
Threads
M16
GP4M16RG — 4" / 6,000
Property
Detail
Part No.
GP4M16RG
Size
4"
Maximum RPM
6,000
Type
Rigid
Threads
M16
GP5M16RG — 5" / 6,000
Property
Detail
Part No.
GP5M16RG
Size
5"
Maximum RPM
6,000
Type
Rigid
Threads
M16
RGSPACER — Spacer
Property
Detail
Part No.
RGSPACER
Threads
Spacer
Reference : — Backer-Pads_HowToUse
Property
Detail
Part No.
Reference :
Size
Backer-Pads_HowToUse
Attach the polishing pad to your polisher or angle grinder using the appropriate backer pad.
Start with the coarsest grit and work through progressively finer grits.
Keep the pad flat against the surface and use steady, overlapping passes.
Use water to keep the surface cool and flush away slurry during wet polishing.
Always wear appropriate PPE including safety glasses and hearing protection.