{"product_id":"sanding-airway-buffs","title":"Sanding Airway Buffs","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"ui-title-bar__title\"\u003eSanding Airway Buffs For Metal Polishing\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSave time and sanding disc cost. Take the work out of surface preparation with a sanding buff that combines the cutting action of sanding discs with the flexibility and control of a buffing wheel. The 12-Ply design of the Sanding Airway Buffs conforms to curves, edges, contours, and uneven surfaces. These sanding buffs provide fast, consistent material removal while reaching areas that can be difficult to sand effectively with conventional discs or sheets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe semi-flexible J-Weight abrasive strips move across the work surface to level oxidation, pitting, coatings, scratches, and textured areas while producing a more uniform and forgiving finish. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared with traditional sandpaper, the open, flexible construction is less prone to loading and helps reduce harsh scratch patterns and uneven pressure—making it easier to transition from sanding into the polishing process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for aluminum, stainless steel, and other metal surfaces, sanding buffs are especially effective on truck wheels, water channels, diamond plate, step surfaces, welds, cast aluminum, curved components, and other hard-to-reach areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombines aggressive sanding performance with the flexibility of a buffing wheel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConforms to curved, contoured, and irregular surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuickly removes oxidation, pitting, coatings, scratches, and surface imperfections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps produce a more consistent scratch pattern before polishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLess prone to glazing and loading than conventional sanding discs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for areas that are difficult to reach with traditional sanding tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps reduce sanding time and operator fatigue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in multiple grits for progressive surface refinement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eControl the Cut\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cutting action can be adjusted through wheel speed and working pressure. Higher wheel speed with lighter pressure produces a more aggressive cutting action, while lower speed with additional pressure allows the abrasive strips to flex more against the surface for smoother blending and contour work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe use of a grease stick is recommended to add lubrication, reduce heat, and increase cutting power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePairing your Sanding Airway Buffs with polishing compounds such as our 539R, Q69, or Wild Cherry will allow for a softer, more refined finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended for preparing and restoring:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminum wheels and truck rims\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiamond plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWelds and fabricated metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurved and contoured surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater channels and recessed areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeathered, oxidized, or pitted metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese sanding buffs can also be used for removing stubborn surface materials such as paint, tar, adhesives, silicone, and certain protective wheel coatings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrit Selection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the appropriate grit based on the amount of correction required. Start with a coarser grit for heavier oxidation, pitting, coating removal, or material leveling, then progressively move through finer grits to refine the surface before buffing and polishing. These Sanding Airway Buffs are available in 180, 320, \u0026amp; 600 Grit variants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese wheels should be used in the range of \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1,500 to 2,000RPM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Always operate the wheel within the manufacturer's specified maximum RPM and use the proper mounting hardware and personal protective equipment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSafety flanges should \u003cu\u003ealways\u003c\/u\u003e be used when mounting a buffing wheel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; color: #222321; background: white;\"\u003eSafety Flanges are meant to reduce the chances warping of the center plate of the buffing wheel. In addition to offering protection against warping, Safety Flanges also help to keep the buffing wheel securely in place.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Polisher\/Grinder Goes best with these buffing wheels? \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"polishing machine makita9237c\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3u5CDNd\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMAKITA 9237C\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- The best 3,500 RPM polishing machine (PROS \u0026amp; BEGINNERS) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Makita polishing machine for metal polishing\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3FOxSdv\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMAKITA GA7021\u003c\/a\u003e - The best 6,000 RPM polishing machine (PROS) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat are the safety requirements for buffing wheels \u0026amp; metal polishing? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe HIGHLY recommend that you use a full face respirator mask! This \u003ca title=\"best full face respirator mask for metal polishing\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3AAsjwN\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFULL FACE RESPIRATOR MASK\u003c\/a\u003e  is highly recommended and great quality. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Renegade Products USA","offers":[{"title":"10 Inch \/ 180 Grit \/ Removable Center Plate","offer_id":44370750111857,"sku":"SAW10WCPRT-180J","price":47.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 Inch \/ 180 Grit \/ No Center Plate","offer_id":44370750144625,"sku":"SAW10NCPRT-180J","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 Inch \/ 320 Grit \/ Removable Center Plate","offer_id":44370750177393,"sku":"SAW10WCPOT-320J","price":47.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 Inch \/ 320 Grit \/ No Center Plate","offer_id":44370750210161,"sku":"SAW10NCPOT-320J","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 Inch \/ 600 Grit \/ Removable Center Plate","offer_id":44370750242929,"sku":"SAW10WCPYT-600J","price":47.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 Inch \/ 600 Grit \/ No Center Plate","offer_id":44370750275697,"sku":"SAW10NCPYT-600J","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/1691\/1158\/files\/sanding-buffs-all-profile.jpg?v=1787938430","url":"https:\/\/www.renegadeproductsusa.com\/products\/sanding-airway-buffs","provider":"Renegade Products USA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}