The Finer Points of Compounding
Part of our Paint Finishing System, our 3Mâ„¢ Paste Rubbing Compound is designed for removing fine scratches left during the color sanding process with minimal compound swirl marks. This fast cutting paste applies easily with a polisher and a 3Mâ„¢ compounding pad. This paste rubbing compound removes 1200, 1500 and 2000 grit sand scratches on automotive clear coats for a professional high gloss finish. For the fastest cut, use a wool pad like 3Mâ„¢ Wool Compounding Pad PN05711. For a finer finish, use a foam pad like 3Mâ„¢ Foam Compounding Pad PN05723.
Our Paint Finishing System
We developed our 3Mâ„¢ system to produce showroom grade finishes with deep color and rich gloss. Our system uses a progressive series of abrasives, buffing pads, and proprietary polishes across the repair. The stages consist of sanding, scratch refinement, compounding, machine polishing, and swirl elimination. The level of work and stages needed for paint repair depend on the severity of the paint imperfection and 3Mâ„¢ provides an effective solution for any level of clear coat and paint repair.
Better Science Toward the Perfect Finish, Only from 3M
Paste Rubbing Compound expands the range of what’s possible when paint finishing in collision repair. Its non-gritty, fast cutting capability and its paste consistency make it ideal during the critical compounding stages of auto paint repair and restoration. 3M™ Paste Rubbing Compound reduces time and saves you money. It’s another way that 3M helps you strive toward the perfect finish in your collision repair operation.

Dynabrade 55501 .1hp Pencil Grinder, Twin Turbine, 100,000 RPM, Nickel-Plated Aluminum Housing, 3mm Collet
Dynabrade 95848 Dynabrade Gear Oil
Dynabrade 96101 Dynabrade Air Lube 10W/NR 24 Per Box
Insize ISY-700-90014, STAND, 6940561980738
ACS Diamond Cloth Belt, CX1250 1/2" X 18" 125U
Dynabrade 51811 .1 hp Straight-Line Pencil Grinder, Rear Exhaust, 1000,000 RPM, 1/16" Collet
3M 82596, Hot Melt Adhesive 3762 AE, Tan, 0.45 in x 12 in, 7100023019, 11 LBS/Case
3M 49689, PSA Cloth Disc 348D, 60 X-weight, 10 in x NH, Die 1000C, 7010326501
Dynabrade 15336 Rubber Drive Wheel
3M 05741, Hookit Hand Block, 2-3/4 in x 7-3/4 in, 7000045716
3M 22397, Roloc Disc 361F, 60 YF-weight, TR, 1-1/2 in x NH, 7000045097
3M 11412, Roloc Disc 361F, 36 YF-weight, TR, 1 in, Die R100N, 7000045092
Dynabrade 15006 Mini-Dynafile II Abrasive Belt Tool Versatility Kit
Dynabrade 14360 Pneumatic Pipe Belt Finisher
Dynabrade 04117 M x 8 Female _ 3/8"-24 Male, 3/4" Length
3M 71361, 641WY 1/4" X 24", 1200 Mesh Diamond Cloth Belt, 7010534916
Dynabrade 51630 .1 hp Straight-Line Extension Pencil Grinder, Central Vacuum, 1/8" Collet
3Mâ„¢ 94275, Versafloâ„¢ Gold Coated Tinted Over-Visor with UV/IR Protection M-967N, 70071696879, 1 EA/Case
3M 35083, EMI Copper Foil Shielding Tape 1181, 1/4 in x 18 yd (6,35 mm x 16,5 m), 7000132168
Dynabrade 01185 Vane Set (4pk)
3M 77559, Cubitron II Hookit Cloth Disc 784F, 77559, 36+ to 120+, 5 in x NH, Die 500X, 7100232738
Dynabrade 51703 .1 hp Straight-Line Pencil Grinder, Rear Exhaust, 50,000 RPM, 1/8" Collet
Norton 66261014792 - 2" Medium Grade Aluminum Oxide Bear-Tex Speed-Lok High Strength Maroon TR Non-Woven Abrasive Disc 160 Each
3M 23354, Home Dust Mask, 8661P4-C, 7100159379, 4 Each/Pack
3M 01673, Scotch-Brite Light Deburring Wheel, LD-WL, 7S Fine, 12 in x 2 in x 5 in, 7000046055
3M 45714, Cubitron II Hookit Cloth Disc 947A, 120+ X-weight, 3 in x NH, D/F 3HL, Die 300BE, 7100113113
3Mâ„¢ 17323, Versafloâ„¢ Respiratory Helmet Assembly M-407, with Premium Visor and Flame Resistant Shroud, 7000002395, 1 EA/Case
Dynabrade 51632 .1 hp Straight-Line Pencil Grinder, Central Vacuum, 1/8" Collet
3M 33349, 641WY 1/4" X 24", 220 Mesh Diamond Cloth Belt, 7010534919
3M 33780, 641WY 1/4" X 24", 400 Mesh Diamond Cloth Belt, 7010534915
3Mâ„¢ 17379, Versafloâ„¢ Length Adjusting Breathing Tube BT-30, 7100009685, 1 EA/Case
3M 21762, Stikit Cloth Disc Roll 341D, 60 X-weight, 6 in x NH, Die 600Z, 7000118780
3M 05182, Scotch-Brite Cut and Polish Wheel, CP-WL, 5A Fine, 6 in x 1/2 in x 1 in, 7100050403,Box of 4
3M 65033, Scotch-Brite Diamond Wheel, 645DC 6 in x 1/2 in x 1 in, 7010365574, Box of 3
3M 17094, Versaflo Hood Assembly with Inner Shroud & Premium Head Suspension S-657, 7000002348, 1 EA/Case 