Fine Sanding and Finish of Automotive Coatings
Available in three grades — A3, A5, and A7 — 3M Trizact Finesse-it Film Disc Roll 466LA is the clearcoat spot repair disc used by automotive manufacturers worldwide. In convenient roll form, these discs are designed for quick access and attachment to rotary tools or orbital sanders.
While it breaks down faster than aluminum oxide, silicon carbide produces a brighter finish. It’s commonly used for defect repair on clear coats, paint and plastics, because it can effectively refine these surfaces without significantly gouging or damaging the workpiece.
Recommended Applications
Machine Sanding
- Level/remove the defect using the 3M Elite Series Mini Orbital Sander 28737 or the 3M Mini Random Orbital Nib Sander 20244 and a 3M Trizact Finesse-it 466LA disc
- Spray the disc with water to prevent the abrasive from loading during sanding
- Sand the defect for 1 to 3 seconds, depending on its size
- Wipe the area clean with a Scotch-Brite High Performance Cloth
Hand Sanding
- Level/remove the defect using a 3M Finesse-it Hand Pad and a 466LA disc
- Spray the 466LA disc with water to prevent the abrasive from loading during sanding
- Sand the defect for 3 to 5 seconds, depending on its size
- Wipe the area clean with a Scotch-Brite High Performance Cloth
Automotive Finishes
Remove small defects with a 466LA A5 disc. Sand in a circular motion, holding the pad flat to ensure a fine uniform finish.
3M Science. Precision Finishing by Design.
3M Trizact structured abrasives are precisely shaped engineered composites evenly distributed and bonded to an abrasive backing. These extremely uniform abrasive structures can take the form of almost any three-dimensional geometric shape, including pyramids, hemispheres and cubes, designed to enhance grinding performance. While conventionally coated abrasives often have erratically spaced mineral, Trizact abrasives are identical in height and orientation, wearing just as uniformly. As they do so, fresh, sharp mineral is exposed to produce a consistent cut and a predictable, fine finish. Altogether, this means fewer rejects and less rework due to out of spec results. Ongoing sharp cutting action minimizes the need to incorporate other abrasives in the sequence, thereby reducing processing steps and enhancing productivity.
In addition to high-performance abrasives, 3M microreplication technology is also used in the manufacture of a variety of 3M products such as overhead projector lenses, reflective traffic signs and solar optical films. It’s science, making your world smoother and brighter.

3M 10120, Synthetic Steel Wool Pads, 10120NA, #000 Extra Fine, 7000126149
3M 87850, Hot Melt Adhesive 3764, Clear, Pellets, 7000136621, 22 lb/case
Insize 0131-A120, LIGHT METER, 0.01~19.99FC, 0.1~199.9FC, 1~1999FC, 10~19990FC, 0.1~199.9Lux, 1~1999Lux, 10~19990Lux, 100~199900Lux, 6974029776557
Air Turbine Tools 310RDM - 1/4" Router Hand Tool Series, 40,000RPM, 33442
Dynabrade 59339 Vacuum Cuff, 1", w/Groove
3M 70994, Scotch-Weld Acrylic Adhesive DP8410NS, Green, 45 mL Duo-Pak, 7100024055,12/case
ACS Diamond Cloth Belt, CX1250 5/8" X 120" 125U
Dynabrade 53270 7" (180 mm) Dia. Right-Angle Disc Sander
Dynabrade 11477 Dynabelter Abrasive Belt Tool, Heavy-Duty
3M 19772, Utility Cloth Sheet 314D, 9 in x 11 in P80 J-weight, 7000000359
Standard Abrasives 726004, A/O C4 Straight Precision Cartridge Roll, 1 in x 2-1/2 in x 1/4 in 80, 7100098780
3M 64324, Foil Tape 3340, Silver, 72 mm x 45.7 m, 3.9 mil, 7010335734
3M 62715, Scotch-Weld Stainless Steel High Temperature Pipe Sealant PS67, White, 250 mL Tube, 7100039215, 2/case
Standard Abrasives 705036, A/O Straight Cartridge Roll, 3/8 in x 1-1/2 in x 1/8 in 80, 7100085860
Dynabrade 94991 1/4" Female Composite-Style Coupler with 1/4" Female Plug Assembly
Dynabrade 53533 Cone or Plug Grinder (Triple Extension)
Standard Abrasives 705686, A/O Straight Cartridge Roll, 1/4 in x 1-1/2 in x 1/8 in 80, 7100080009
3M Super Abrasives Roloc Disc, 2" Type-R, Medium AO High Strength, Box of 50
Dynabrade 15420 Dynafile III Abrasive Belt Tool
3M 21639, PSA Cloth Disc 348D, 36 X-weight, 6 in x NH, Die 600Z, 7000148149
3M 07054, General Purpose Sanding Sponge CP041-12-CC, Single Angle, 2-7/8 in x 4-7/8 in x 1 in, Medium, 7100101246
3M 87429, Final Finishing Pads 10199NA4PK, 3 3/4 in x 6 in x 5/8 in, Replaces 0000 Steel Wool, 7100096075, 4 pads per pack
3M 11411, Roloc Disc 361F, 50 YF-weight, TR, 1 in, Die R100N, 7000045095
3M 33439, Cubitron II File Belt, 33439, 60+, 10 mm x 330 mm (3/8 in x 13 in), 7100033194, 10 belts per carton, 5 cartons per case
3M 29825, Sanding Screen, 60 Grit, 20 in x NH, 7100160253
Dynabrade 90736 3" Dia. x 1" W, 120 Grit, Z/A DynaCut Band, 10/pack
Standard Abrasives 707195, Aluminum Oxide Handy Roll, P80 J-weight, 2 in x 50 yd, 7100031626
Dynabrade 14000 Dynafile Abrasive Belt Tool
3M 20967, Portable Utility Cloth Roll 314D, P240 J-weight, 1 in x 20 yd, 7010290604
3M 26016, PPS Series 2.0 Adapter, Type S9, 16 mm Male, 1.5 mm Thread, 7100135330
3M 10115, Synthetic Steel Wool Pads, #3 Coarse, 7000051986
3M 54136, Scotch-Brite Roloc AL Surface Conditioning Disc TR, 2 in x NH A MED, 7100075707, 200 per case
3M 22392, Roloc Disc 361F, 24 YF-weight, TR, 3 in, Die R300V, 7000045090 
