Overview
Washable and reusable abrasives are great for sanding small projects on the lathe! Unique cushioning design results in extended abrasive life, the best surface finish possible, and fewer steps. Conforms to the shape while providing even pressure against the surface. Backed with a flexible cloth, large micron-graded silicone carbide crystals recede to an even planing level as they establish each successively finer scratch pattern. Using water as a lubricant is encouraged to extend abrasive life and cool the work surface.Can be washed, dried, and reused again and again!
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Why did you choose this?
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To try them out polishing up pool cues that I make as a hobby.
Richard B
on Aug 15, 2017
recommended by many turners
John P
on Aug 7, 2017
To try them out polishing up pool cues that I make as a hobby.
Richard B
on Aug 15, 2017
Your sale price and they do a great job finishing small projects.
S Wade S
on Aug 13, 2017
How wet do they have to be when using on acrylic pen blanks?
BEST ANSWER: As wet as you can get them. Don't be shy about soaking the pads and I put a cloth under my blanks on the lathe carriage to catch any water drips. Also don't forget to wipe your blank after each pad to remove the sanding dust and prevent re scratching of your blank.
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- charles w on Jun 14, 2015
- Purchased on Mar 15, 2015
Which Micro Mesh product is this set of pads? AO? Regular? or MX?
Reviews
4.6 / 5.0
24 Reviews
Brilliant finish
I'm fairly new to turning and was introduced to the Micro-Mesh abrasive pads early in my learning cycle. I've used them exclusively ever since!
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A must have
I've used these for almost 20 years on plastic models and small turnings. Nothing works better for rubbing out a lacquer or CA finish on wood and they're great on acrylic too. If you turn pens or other small items, especially acrylic, they're worth every penny. Just remember to use them wet. I've seen videos of people dry sanding with them and while it works, it destroys the pad and you don't get anywhere near the fine level surface needed for a brilliant shine.
Lather brush handle polished with micromesh then the acrylic buffing system
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I'm new to turning pens and...
I'm new to turning pens and tried this on my first acrylic pen. Wish I had read the directions.....melted the tip because I used to much pressure for too long. Once I realized my mistake and read the directions best to use wet I started to get awesome results. I've also used these on a few wood pens wet and once I got through to the 12000 grit, I already had an impressive sheen on the wood. Just wash them out after before using and you should get a lot of use from them. I'll definitely but more when these wear out!
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Wet sanding
Wet sand with these, or they will be burned out overnight. Wet sand, and they last months. Suggest buying the larger size, and cutting in half.
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Micro mesh 2x2 pads
These work very well! Great to have in order and just sand away! Fast and easy!! Next time I will get the bigger ones for larger projects!
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These pads work great and gives me an excellent shein
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I absolutely love them, I hadn't known such a thing even existed until a Rockler sales agent mentioned it. I purchased both the small hand pads as well as the larger disc pads for my electric sander.
It takes my finishing capabilities to a whole new level. The grit levels range from 4000 to 12000. Working the finish up through the levels can bring a beautiful, smooth shine to the surface.
It takes my finishing capabilities to a whole new level. The grit levels range from 4000 to 12000. Working the finish up through the levels can bring a beautiful, smooth shine to the surface.
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Great stuff
This product is a must if you are turning acrylic pens. Some of the higher grits doesn't seem like much to the touch but use them all and your pens will shine
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Works great
Wow, polished the acrylic to high gloss, and didn't take as long as I thought it would.
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makes all the difference.
Using these spades on you pen blanks make all the difference in the end product.
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