Abrasives foam cutters from Carross: description, characteristics and use in professional bodywork shops :
What are the features of Carross abrasive foam cutters?
Abrasive foam cutters play a key role in car body repair shops, where they are used to prepare surfaces prior to painting, and for joining and finishing operations. Flexible, ergonomic and precise, they offer excellent adaptation to complex vehicle shapes, while guaranteeing controlled, even sanding.
Made up of an abrasive surface attached to a simple foam, these cutters are designed to follow curves and contours without digging into the surface. The foam ensures that the pressure is evenly distributed, reducing the risk of over-sanding and optimising the quality of the final finish.
How do I choose the right grit for bodywork repairs?
1- 600 grit:
This grit is particularly suited to intermediate sanding jobs. It is commonly used to even out surfaces after the application of a primer or to prepare an old paint finish before recoating. It eliminates small irregularities without damaging the lower coats.
2- 800 grit:
800 grit is recommended for preparation operations before painting on sensitive surfaces or for smoothing a primer before applying Matt basecoat or Clearcoat. The 800 grit is ideal for obtaining a high-quality finish and a smooth surface while ensuring good paint adhesion.
3- 1200 grit:
This 1200 grit is a very fine grit, used for finishing work and minor corrections to Clearcoat or Topcoats. It is also suitable for sanding with water (wet sanding), to reduce slight defects or even out the surface without altering the final appearance. This grit is therefore perfect for Polishing work.
What are the advantages for bodybuilders?
1- Great ease of use
The soft foam reduces fatigue and makes for a very comfortable grip.
2- Versatile for all types of vehicle repair:
This sanding tool is suitable for both dry and wet sanding, the foam cutters are suitable for a variety of substrates (primer, paint, Clearcoat)
3- Superior precision:
Ideal for hard-to-reach areas such as curves or edges.
4- Professional finish:
Sanding consistency is essential for a quality paint finish.
5- Sanding pressure control:
The foam acts like a shock absorber, allowing even sanding even on curved or irregular surfaces. This limits the creation of hollow areas.
6- Reduced risk of penetrations:
Thanks to their flexibility and even grain, foam cutters limit the risk of sanding through layers of primer or paint, which is crucial when making connections or on surfaces that have already been painted.
7- Excellent adaptation to edges:
Unlike rigid abrasives, they allow edges to be sanded smoothly without breaking, which is particularly important on deep-drawn components.
8- Versatile on materials:
More effective on primers, old paints, Clearcoats or polyester putties, they reduce the number of different abrasives. They also have a high repair capacity.
9- Dry or wet use:
Foam cutters can be used for both dry and wet sanding, which increases their service life, improves the quality of the finish and reduces in-cabin dust. They provide great strength, flexibility and durability for bodywork professionals.
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