The Finer Points of Compounding
Part of our Paint Finishing System, our 3M™ 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 3M™ 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 3M™ Wool Compounding Pad PN05711. For a finer finish, use a foam pad like 3M™ Foam Compounding Pad PN05723.
Our Paint Finishing System
We developed our 3M™ 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 3M™ 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.

3M 03126, Vinyl Tape 471, Yellow, 1/2 in x 36 yd, 5.2 mil, 7000047466
Norton 66261014792 - 2" Medium Grade Aluminum Oxide Bear-Tex Speed-Lok High Strength Maroon TR Non-Woven Abrasive Disc 160 Each
Dynabrade 96241 Bearing Press Tool
3M 17528 Scotch-Brite Surface Conditioning Low Stretch Belt, SC-BL, A/O Very Fine, 1-1/2 in x 60 in, 7010292405
Dynabrade 96240 Bearing Press Tool
3M 22392, Roloc Disc 361F, 24 YF-weight, TR, 3 in, Die R300V, 7000045090
Dynabrade 92206 1/8" W x 12" L 80 Grit A/O DynaCut Belt , 50/pack
Dynabrade 53533 Cone or Plug Grinder (Triple Extension)
3M™ 07012, Supplied Air Hose W-9435-100/07012(AAD), 100 ft, 3/8 in ID, Industrial Interchange Fittings, High Pressure, 7000005375, 1 EA/Case
3M 03999 Scotch-Brite Surface Conditioning Belt, SC-BS, A/O Medium, 2 in x 132 in, 7010309300
Dynabrade 95843 Dynabrade Air Lube 10W/NR, 1 Gallon
3M 03108, Vinyl Tape 471, Red, 1 1/2 in x 36 yd, 5.2 mil, 7000047454
3M 22394, Roloc Disc 361F, 50 YF-weight, TR, 3 in, Die R300V, 7000045096
Dynabrade 96250 Repair Collar-2-1/4" Bore
3M 43179, General Purpose Vinyl Tape 764, Yellow, 3 in x 36 yd, 5 mil, 7000123864
3M 22405, Roloc Disc 361F, P100 YF-weight, TR, 3 in, Die R300V, 7000045102
3M 15145 Scotch-Brite Surface Conditioning Low Stretch Belt, SC-BL, A/O Medium, 1 in x 132 in, 7010364529
Dynabrade 13509 Dynastraight Finishing Tool, Rear Exhaust, 6,000 RPM, 5/8" (16 mm) or 1" (25 mm) Dia. Arbor
Norton 66261199696 - 3" X 1/4" X 1/4" Vortex Rapid Blend Unified Wheel, 7AM U2305, 40 Each
3M 43177, General Purpose Vinyl Tape 764, Yellow, 1 in x 36 yd, 5 mil, 7000123863
Norton 66623335427, 2" Dia Vortex Rapid Prep Quick-Change Non-Woven Abrasive Disc, Medium Grade, 50 Each
Dynabrade 96239 Bearing Press Tool
3M™ 17379, Versaflo™ Length Adjusting Breathing Tube BT-30, 7100009685, 1 EA/Case
Insize 6302, MICROMETER STAND, 6928640392467
Dynabrade 53270 7" (180 mm) Dia. Right-Angle Disc Sander
Dynabrade 96283 5", 6" and 8" Two-Hand Gear Driven Orbital Repair Kit
3M 77154 Scotch-Brite Durable Flex Belt, 1/2 in x 18 in, A FIN, Trial Pack, 7010310032
3M 03136, Vinyl Tape 471, White, 1 in x 36 yd, 5.2 mil, 7000047474
Dynabrade 15420 Dynafile III Abrasive Belt Tool
3M 97750, Cross Pad 341D, 2-1/2 in x 2-1/2 in x 3/4 in, 60 X-weight, 7100104878
3M™ 07011, Supplied Air Respirator Hose W-9435-50/07011(AAD), 7000005373, 1 EA/Case 