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 11412, Roloc Disc 361F, 36 YF-weight, TR, 1 in, Die R100N, 7000045092
3M 15913, Scotch-Brite Roloc Disc High Strength, TR, 2 in X NH A Medium, 7000000710
3M 33780, 641WY 1/4" X 24", 400 Mesh Diamond Cloth Belt, 7010534915
3M™ 53797, Flexible Diamond Belt 6451J, 1/2" Dia x 18" L, M125 Micron, Type G, Pattern B2, 7010509272
Standard Abrasives 714719, A/O Straight Cartridge Roll, 5/8 in x 2 in x 3/16 in 80, 7100092959
3M 01326, PSA Cloth Disc 348D, P240 X-weight, 3 in x NH, Die 300V, 7000045069
Dynabrade 96249 Repair Collar-1-15/16" Bore
Dynabrade 94851 12' Max Flow 5/16" I.D. Air Hose Assembly, Male (1/4") / Male (1/4") Fitting Ends Included
Dynabrade 94855 5' Max Flow 8mm I.D. Whip hose w/ Composite Swivel, Male (1/4") / Male (1/4")
ACS 2" Diamond Disc, 60 Mesh, W/ Metal Button
Dynabrade 94863 5' Max Flow Air Hose Assembly w/ Male/ Female End Fittings, 5/16" I.D.
Dynabrade 93662 5" Dia. x 3/4" Center Hole, 40/50 Grit Gulleted/Slotted Diamond Cut-Off Wheel
ACS 2" Diamond Roloc Disc, 120 Mesh, W/ Plastic Button
Dynabrade 96569 5/16" Gray Hose, 200 PSI
3M™ 85247, Roloc™ Flexible Diamond Disc 6234J, TR, 2 in x NH, M125 Micron, 7000120364
Dynabrade 94821 - 3/8" ID, 10' Long Air Hose Assembly, Female/ Male Fitting Ends Included
3M 87449 Silver Depressed Center Grinding Wheel, T27 Quick Change, 9 in x 1/4 in x 5/8-11 Center Hub Thread, 7010409732, 20 per case
Dynabrade 95821 Dynabrade Air Lube 10W/NR, 4oz Bottle
Dynabrade 11476 Dynabelter Abrasive Belt Tool, Heavy-Duty
3M 33349, 641WY 1/4" X 24", 220 Mesh Diamond Cloth Belt, 7010534919 
