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 13718, Scotch-Brite EXL Unitized Wheel, XL-UW, 2S Fine, 3 in x 3/4 in x 1/4 in, 7000046025
3M 40197, Cloth Spiral Band 341D, 60 X-weight, 1-1/2 in x 1-1/2 in, 7100138150
3M 85492, Scotch Foil Tape 3311-10A, 2.0 in x 10 yd (50.8 mm x 9,1 m), 7010383663
3M 77558, Cubitron II Hookit Cloth Disc 947A, 77558, 40+ to 120+, 6 in x NH, Die 600Z, 7100232737
Dynabrade 95848 Dynabrade Gear Oil
3M 77197, Scotch-Brite™ Roloc™ Deburr and Finish PRO Unitized Wheel,TR, 3 in x 1/8 in x NH, 8C CRS+, 7100109130, 40/box
3M 08916 Scotch-Brite Surface Conditioning Belt, SC-BS, A/O Medium, 2 in x 60 in, 7010309628
Dynabrade 93169 4" Dia. X 1/4" Dia. Shank, 180 Grit, A/O, Spindle-Mount Sanding Star
Dynabrade 96242 Bearing Press Tool
Dynabrade 11477 Dynabelter Abrasive Belt Tool, Heavy-Duty
3M 29611, 641WY 1/4" X 24", 100 Mesh Diamond Cloth Belt, 7010534832
Dynabrade 96240 Bearing Press Tool
3M 92385, Vinyl Tape 471, Blue, 1/8 in x 36 yd, 5.2 mil, 7100044649
Dynabrade 51301 .5 hp Straight-Line Die Grinder
Norton 66254497067 - 2" X 1/4" 100 - 150 Grit Medium Grade Aluminum Oxide Vortex Rapid Blend Blue TR Non-Woven Abrasive Disc, 25 Each
Dynabrade 15420 Dynafile III Abrasive Belt Tool
Dynabrade 56599 Wrench Assy
Dynabrade 13509 Dynastraight Finishing Tool, Rear Exhaust, 6,000 RPM, 5/8" (16 mm) or 1" (25 mm) Dia. Arbor
Dynabrade 96342 Hex Key Set
Dynabrade 96101 Dynabrade Air Lube 10W/NR 24 Per Box
Dynabrade 53270 7" (180 mm) Dia. Right-Angle Disc Sander
Dynabrade 96243 Bearing Press Tool
Dynabrade 11475 Dynabelter Abrasive Belt Tool, Standard Duty
Dynabrade 40610 Electric Dynafile II Abrasive Belt Tool
Dynabrade 95843 Dynabrade Air Lube 10W/NR, 1 Gallon
3M™ 53797, Flexible Diamond Belt 6451J, 1/2" Dia x 18" L, M125 Micron, Type G, Pattern B2, 7010509272 
